Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

JOB PURPOSE:

The Electrical Designer 2 position will help provide comprehensive electrical engineering services geared to cover all facets of the construction process, beginning with design initiation, through the commissioning of systems. This position will report to The Electrical Department Manager and office Principal and serve as a key member of the Engineering team. At Energy 1, our passion is to Demand Better. We live by our core values and look for employees that love to learn new things, put the team first, are customer centric, show grit and relentless determination, and lead with inventive problem solving.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Electrical Designer 2 will possess strong abilities to work collaboratively with all members of the design team, assist and mentor new designers and effectively communicate with customers, contractors, and staff. They should be a self-starter, motivated, and able to work independently, and with others to establish priorities, meet deadlines, and respond to changing demands.

Specific Job Duties:

• Under the guidance of an electrical engineer, develop and prepare detailed electrical engineering and construction installation documents and provide engineering support during the construction phase of a wide range of project types including residential, commercial, industrial, institutional, and healthcare.
• Drafting and design of power plans including receptacle layout and circuiting, mechanical and owner equipment power connections, main electrical equipment room layouts, 1-line power riser diagrams, emergency/back-up generator and uninterruptible power systems, panel, and equipment schedules.
• Drafting and design of lighting system including light fixture selection and layout, lighting calculations, photometric lighting analysis, and lighting controls.
• Drafting and design of special systems plans to include fire alarm, voice/data, security, paging, and public address systems.
• Write/edit project specifications (CSI divisions 26, 27, and 28).
• Coordinate with other disciplines to gather specific information required to provide complete electrical designs on schedule.
• Perform engineering calculations and studies for such items as power distribution system design, short circuit and coordination studies, lighting levels, etc.
• Produce complete, code compliant project contract documents including drawings and specifications to be used for permitting, bidding, and construction.
• Construction administration including tasks such as field inspections and reports, submittal reviews, RFI responses, project closeouts, as-built documentation, and issuing design change directives.
• Consult with Project Managers on business development activities, proposal preparation, project scopes and deadlines.
• Teach Designer 1 the basics of electrical systems design.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrates the ability to thrive in a high stress and fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrates a proactive, team orientated mindset with a high level of self and team accountability.
• Is highly organized and exhibits a strong attention to details, record keeping, and follow-up.
• Operates effectively with a diverse group of people internally and externally.
• Demonstrates the ability to multitask, make quick decisions, and manage time efficiently.
• Demonstrates critical thinking skills and the ability to manage complexity.
• Demonstrates the ability to work independently, take initiative, and follow through on assignments.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2 to 5 years professional experience in electrical design is preferred.
• Proficient with AutoCAD and/or Revit (preferred), Bluebeam Revu, and Microsoft products including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Power Point.
• Bachelor’s or Associates degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• Experience in referencing and understanding applicable building codes and related industry standards (International Building Codes, National Electrical Code, NFPA codes and standards, etc.).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: communicate with others both physically present and on the telephone; sit and stand; move, use hands to operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is rarely required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and move objects over 50 pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• The physical environment requires the employee to typically work in an office setting. This position will require occasional travel to project sites.
• This is an in-person/in-office position located in Bozeman MT, Jackson Hole WY, or Grand Junction CO and may be working on projects nationwide and with coworkers in remote locations.
• This non-exempt hourly position may be requested to work overtime and weekends on occasion.

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