Electrical - Staff Designer- Retail Sector

Join our team where you can put your passion for design and client service to practice! Michaud Cooley Erickson is a full-service engineering firm. We pride ourselves in providing high-quality mechanical, electrical, lighting, fire protection, security, technology systems, and energy management solutions for clients, as well as unprecedented commissioning to facilitate efficient operations of systems.

About the role

A Staff role is a designer with a strong foundation of design. This person should be able to take on independent tasks for design up to full design of small projects to be reviewed by others. This person still takes direction for most tasks and works closely with the Project Manager and Lead Designer/Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Technical Design
  • Performs basic design calculations under the direction of the Project Manager, Lead Engineer, and Engineer of Record.
  • Follows processes and design direction established in MCE’s master design standards and production standards.
  • Performs basic distribution layout and equipment sizing for commodity items.
  • Completes the floor plan layouts for system distribution.
  • Coordinates space and clearance requirements with other design partners.
  • Completes equipment schedules for commodity items.
  • Produces basic schematic diagrams such as plumbing isometrics and electrical risers.
  • Develops an understanding of specifications and produces project specifications for commodity items.
  • Develops an understanding of applicable codes.
• Budget
  • Works within the hours budgeted by the project manager.
  • Obtains approval from the project manager prior to using more hours than budgeted on a project.
• Project Documentation
  • Develops floor plans from the schematic design level to the construction document level.
  • Performs site visits and drafts existing conditions into design software.
  • Develops an understanding of details and schematic diagrams.
  • Maintains a well-organized workspace and electronic filing process.

Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field from an accredited university or college.
• At least 2 years of related building systems design experience.

Skills

• Able to learn quickly.
• Able to apply theoretical knowledge gained in school to practical applications.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High ethical standards, honesty, and integrity.
• Positivity and self-motivation to achieve results.
• Written, verbal, and organizational communication skills.
• Maintain positive work relationships both internally and externally.

Software Knowledge

• Proficient in Revit and/or AutoCAD.
• Microsoft Office Suite of products.

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to climb a ladder at a job site.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Benefits

• Great medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) with generous employer match.
• Paid time off (PTO) and floating holidays.
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Community Service Day.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangements.
• Monthly parking allowance or bus pass.
• Onsite amenities that make working at MCE fun and rewarding.

Pay

Salary Range: $69,500 - $82,000 annually. Individual employee compensation is determined with a wide variety of factors, including but not limited to, experience, education, knowledge, skills, geography, and performance. Depending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives.

Sponsorship is not available. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.