Sr. Electrical Engineer

About the role

We are a mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP); building automation; and industrial piping contractor. Our team offers a variety of MEP and process piping services, including design-build engineering for new construction and renovation, installation and specialty construction, maintenance, and air balancing, start-up, and energy efficiency services. DeBra-Kuempel is seeking to fill a Senior Electrical Engineer position. The Senior Electrical Engineer will provide advanced engineering knowledge and consultation in developing electrical system solutions for customer needs, while working closely with Project Managers, Electrical Estimators, Field Superintendents, and other engineering disciplines. Projects are wide-ranging and may include but are not limited to the following systems: power distribution, building/HVAC control, lighting, fire alarm, low-voltage systems, equipment replacements, and electrical infrastructure upgrades. The Senior Electrical Engineer is expected to serve as a technical leader on projects and mentor less-experienced engineers.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate information and analyze problems logically to develop effective solutions
• Serve as an SME technical resource for electrical engineering design, retrofits, repairs, and replacement projects
• Conduct field audits of electrical equipment to identify potential issues, document findings, and recommend corrective actions
• Prepare engineered drawings, equipment selections and reports in a timely manner
• Maintain relationships with existing customers, while developing new relationships
• Work collaboratively with project managers, estimators, superintendents, and other engineering disciplines
• Develop relationships with our customer’s organizations which may include the facility manager, project managers, or purchasing agent
• Determine client needs and develop an engineered solution
• Maintain a sufficient and current knowledge of products, codes, and design criteria (Continuing Education)
• Follow up with project managers on the status of engineered work
• Relay prospective solutions to clients and internal managers with strong oral and written communication skills
• Encourage and incorporate feedback from clients during and after project completion
• Attend company meetings to discuss work in progress, budget plans, business plans, and marketing plans on agreed-upon schedules
• Comply with all company operating policies, procedures, executed plans, and programs

Qualifications

• 10+ years of electrical engineering experience
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure in OH, KY, IN, or the ability to gain reciprocity
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering
• Proficiency in Bluebeam Revu, Excel, Word & other Microsoft Office products
• Experience performing or supporting arc flash studies and infrared thermography inspections
• General knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and piping systems
• Experience using Computer Aided Design (C.A.D.) programs like Revit, AutoCAD
• Ability to travel up to 40% locally, as well as consistent on-site support in the Columbus office

Benefits

DeBra-Kuempel offers a competitive benefits package to non-union employees, including health benefits, paid time off, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, an employee assistance program, company discounts, and more. Employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement will receive benefits as negotiated within their specific CBA and may be eligible to participate in our voluntary supplemental union benefits program.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform