Project Quotations Specialist I

About the role

Summit Electric Supply is seeking candidates to fill the role of Lighting Controls Specialist. The Lighting Controls Specialist will assist the company’s growing Lighting Controls Department and will support the overall objective of growing lighting controls sales.

Responsibilities

• Design IECC code compliant lighting controls systems.
• Assist outside sales as a technical resource.
• Support Electrical Contractors by producing documentation to support lighting controls specifications.
• Perform take-offs and designs of lighting controls systems from construction documents in preparation for bidding.
• Coordinate all aspects of controls systems to ensure reliable and functional system delivery, startup, and commissioning.
• Provide troubleshooting of installed systems and basic field service as required.
• Assist in product selection, design of basic riser diagrams, development of specifications, and contract documents.
• Serve as a technical resource to inside Summit staff as well as the customer base.

Essential Job Functions

• Design code compliant lighting control packages.
• Support outside sales and electrical contractors on specified lighting control packages.
• Support project management teams with lighting control packages.
• Troubleshooting of installed systems and basic field service as required.
• Assist in product selection, design of basic riser diagrams, development of specifications and contract documents.
• Serve as a technical resource to inside Summit staff as well as customer base.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Theatrical Production or equivalent technical experience.
• Familiarity with control theory.
• Ability to read construction documents.
• Understanding of basic electrical distribution within buildings.
• Computer skills required: AutoCAD LT, BlueBeam, Outlook, Excel and Word, and the ability to quickly learn proprietary configuration software for various systems.
• Basic understanding of computer networking.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to work in a team atmosphere.
• Ability to relate technical knowledge to a non-technical audience.

Benefits

• Healthcare plans
• Dental & vision
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) retirement savings with company match
• Professional and personal development programs
• Opportunity to become a shareholder
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
• Employer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependents
• Robust wellness program
• Gym reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Earned wage access

Physical Challenges

• Consistent sitting for hours at a time.
• Consistent use of keyboard and mouse.
• Must be able to lift 5 pounds on a regular and consistent basis.
• Ability to climb stairs on occasion.
• Majority of job is located inside office during regular office hours of operation.
• Some travel required.

FLSA Status: Exempt.