Electrical Project Engineer
Osborn Engineering · Pittsburgh, PA · 3 mo ago
EngineeringFull-time
Position Responsibilities
- Complete project scope of work per discipline, project and client management, under direction of Project Manager.
- Perform analysis, design and documentation of power distribution, lighting systems, and backup power systems.
- Cook up with specialists for fire alarm, technology and lighting design as required by project scope of work.
- Cook up with architects, mechanical/plumbing engineers and other disciplines for equipment power needs and sizing electrical distribution.
- Perform electrical design calculations for electrical loads and panel schedules.
- Develop electrical systems one-line diagrams.
- Select and schedule electrical equipment.
- Edit specifications to reflect the project requirements.
- Meet with vendors to determine specification requirements for application.
- Cook up with other disciplines for all Electrical design elements.
- Prepare design deliverables for SD, DD, CD level documents.
- Provide cost opinions for budgeting construction, and reviewing contractor change orders.
- Perform project construction administration including response to RFI’s and accurate review of submittals.
- Attend meetings with clients, authorities having jurisdiction, and other professionals as projects require.
- Work planning and manage the design process to the available hours in the work plan.
Job Requirements/Qualifications
- (4 to 7) years of experience in Electrical Design in Consulting Engineering.
- Working knowledge of design and analysis software such as Revit, SKM, ETAP, Easypower.
- Knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC), State Energy Code, NFPA, and FGI Guidelines.
- Experience with electrical system studies such as short circuit, over-current device coordination, and Arc Flash Hazard analysis per NPFA 70E.
- Knowledge of standard construction practices and the ability to work with contractors to address construction issues.
- Cook up with technical leads and senior engineers when specialized assistance is needed on design.
- Able to work and manage tasks on several projects concurrently.
- Experience in designing Healthcare, Sports, Commercial, Public Sector, Industrial, Education, and/or Institutional projects.
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering Preferred.
- EI or PE License Preferred.
Additional Information
- Osborn is looking for a candidate who has the following characteristics:
- Team Player
- Self – Starter
- Positive Attitude
- Strong Work Ethic
- Critical Thinker
- Detail Oriented
- Innovative
- Good Communicator
- Organized
- Strong time-management skills