Electrical Designer I

Overview

The Electrical Designer performs technical activities on assigned projects under supervision of a licensed professional engineer, including participation in technical studies, investigations and designs on assigned projects. The Electrical Designer assists the project team in the production of projects that are on-time, within budget and of the utmost quality. The Electrical Designer's responsibilities include the complete Electrical Design of their assigned project, and/or other project tasks.

Responsibilities

• Designs and prepares drawings for electrical systems for building projects including conducting code review, lighting calculations, lighting and receptacle layout, one-line diagrams, branch circuit, feeder, and service calculations, etc., under the supervision of a licensed professional electrical engineer.
• Attends meetings with owners, clients, and/or architects as needed; Prepares and distributes meeting notes.
• Conducts site surveys to determine existing facility conditions or proposed conditions.
• Assists the design team in the coordination with other disciplines including architectural, mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, structural, civil, etc.
• Accompanies senior level staff/project manager in performing project site visits during construction to monitor progress and ensure conformance to design specifications, owner expectations, and building codes.
• Assists in preparing punch lists and project observations reports to note findings.
• Actively attends in-house and external training sessions to obtain knowledge in necessary technical areas.
• Participates in industry organizations and attends events, meetings, and activities.
• Upholds TME's owner advocacy philosophy and organizational core values.

Qualifications

• Required:
• 2-year Technical Degree or Associates Degree in Electrical-Related Field, or 2 - 3 years of experience as an electrical designer for an engineering or architectural/engineering design firm, or Electrical Program / Course / Classes at a Community College, plus 1-3 years' experience as an electrician working for an Electrical Contractor, or Journeyman Electrician License.
• Must have experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), Revit, and AutoCAD.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail oriented and willing to tackle various ongoing projects in a fast paced environment.
• Well versed in the industry and the Company's competitors.
• Excellent multitasking skills, with the ability to perform duties outside of scope of work when necessary.
• Preferred:
• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience with larger commercial projects including healthcare, higher education, laboratory, and central energy plant projects.

Physical/Work Environment Requirements

• Ascending and descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, and/or poles.
• Climbing stairs.
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Operating machinery and/or power tools.
• Outdoor elements such as precipitation, heat, cold, and/or wind.
• Noisy environment.
• Light to heavy work that includes adjusting and/or moving objects from 20-100 pounds.

Travel Requirements

25% of time will be spent traveling to job site(s)/office location.