Senior Designer

About the role

The Senior Electrical Designer is responsible for leading the development of high-quality electrical engineering permit drawings and construction documents to support field electricians on complex electrical installations, in alignment with all Company policies, procedures, key objectives and regulations. This role provides technical leadership across Design/Build projects of varying size and complexity, including large-scale hyper-scale and mission-critical facilities.

Responsibilities

• Leads the development and preparation of detailed electrical engineering permit drawings and construction installation documents to support field execution.
• Develops and evaluates conceptual designs, sketches, design alternatives, and value engineering solutions to support project managers and estimators during planning and preconstruction.
• Prepares and reviews electrical calculations, specifications, reports, and technical documentation throughout all phases of construction.
• Develops, reviews, and validates engineering studies including arc flash, short circuit, overcurrent protective device coordination OCPD, duct bank ampacity, load, lighting, and power factor.
• Aids field electricians with data collection as needed.
• Coordinates with vendors and reviews shop drawings to ensure accurate, fully constructible electrical systems are modeled in Revit, including equipment, conduit, and cable tray.
• Participates in electrical construction and design-related training.
• Enforces company engineering standards and QA/QC processes; reviews work prepared by other designers and engineers to provide technical guidance and feedback.
• Recommends improvements to design standards, workflows, and procedures.
• Responds to design questions, resolves issues, and issues plan revisions as required.
• Solves complex design issues, responds to RFIs, and issues plan revisions as required.
• Stays current with new electrical and safety codes, materials, technologies, and industry best practices.
• Leads mid- to large-scale projects, providing direction and mentorship to electrical designers and engineers while managing design schedules and priorities.
• Builds and maintains effective working relationships with customers, foremen, project teams, specialty contractors, vendors, and suppliers.
• Mentors and supports design team members as needed while upholding the company’s core values.
• Consistently makes decisions in an attentive and safe manner to ensure the safety and health of self and others.
• Utilizes LEAN concepts or other continuous improvement methodologies to ensure the most efficient operations, processes, and activities.
• Promotes and models the Company mission, vision and values through exercising sound and ethical business practices, championing all elements of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and providing high quality services and programs as they relate to clients, subcontractors, co-workers, suppliers, and the public.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Engineering Technology or related discipline preferred; electrical engineering coursework and/or extensive field experience strongly valued.
• Minimum of 7+ years of experience in facilities power design, including lighting, receptacle layouts, circuiting, panel schedules, load calculations, and equipment sizing.
• Experience with healthcare, heavy industrial, and/or critical mission projects is highly preferred.
• Advanced proficiency with Revit, Autodesk tools, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office.
• Experience developing and reviewing studies using SKM or ETAP preferred.
• Expert ability to interpret electrical contracts, drawings, and specifications, with strong working knowledge of the NEC and applicable building codes.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to read, interpret, and apply electrical contracts, plans, drawings, and specifications.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and lead design efforts in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Proven problem-solving ability, sound judgment, customer service orientation, and effective time management skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to lead discussions and collaborate across disciplines.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to travel to job sites as needed, sometimes requiring overnight stays.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of the National Electric Code and other building codes as they relate to design.
• Strong knowledge of local building energy codes and standards (e.g., IECC, ASHRAE 90.1, California Title 24).
• Strong coaching and mentoring skills.

Benefits

• Competitive health insurance options (medical, dental, and vision)
• A robust 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Access to wellness programs
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance programs

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

This position is full-time and based out of our Fenton, MO office or fully remote.