Electrical Project Engineer

Summary of Position:

The Project Engineer is responsible for designing and managing electrical engineering projects from conception to completion. He/she will apply his/her experience in: power distribution, lighting and fire alarm systems. As part of a multi-disciplined firm, he/she will be coordinating with Site/Civil Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Structural Engineers, Architects and Construction Project Managers. He/she will be responsible for the production of electrical engineering construction documents while adhering to client requirements, code requirements and site adjustments.

Essential Duties:

• Conduct site visit investigations and generate reports and recommendations based on findings.

• Produce design plans, calculations and reports with limited direction.

• Coordinate with sub-consultants.

• Provide client interaction support.

• Establish and maintain phase and task level budgets.

• Schedule project phases and tasks.

• Schedule production staff and lead them through tasks.

• Coordinate and assist with addendums, RFIs, and change orders.

• Assist in coordinating the work of a multi-disciplined team throughout the design development and contract document phases of a project.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Organize and maintain project files.

• Maintain documentation for billable hours.

• Demonstrate an understanding of liability issues related to design.

• Demonstrate an understanding of constructability and complex design.

Requirements:

• Experience: 4+ years of experience with electrical design for buildings, preferably with commercial projects such as retail or restaurants

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required

• Licenses: P.E. required

• Travel: Up to 20%

• Physical: Ability to lift up to 10 lbs.

• Software: AutoCAD and MS Office required; Revit a plus