Electrical Engineer II/Sr Electrical Engineer - Atlanta, GA - 1518568

Job Description

Job Description

Engineer Your Future With Us

Our client is an award-winning consulting engineering firm with a passion (some call it an obsession) for quality engineering.

Our friendly and relaxed culture allows you to dig into incredible projects alongside talented colleagues while making career-building impacts in your local and national communities.

We attract and reward skilled individuals who share a passion for engineering design. Our modern, spacious headquarters are in sunny Tampa Bay, with several additional offices around the country.

Position Overview

The Sr. Electrical Engineer will apply their professional and technical expertise to designing electrical engineering concepts and options that align with the owners vision for each project.

This individual should have a solid understanding of the consulting engineering process and the contractual documents which are involved.

Responsibilities

Determine the scope of assigned projects and utilize software programs to create the electrical system designs including lighting, power distribution, emergency generation systems, fire alarm, security, or other electrical systems

Determine cost-effective system layouts, quantities / sizes, and specifications, and verify code compliance of the system designs

Preparation and layout of BIM drawings and coordination with all other disciplines at all phases of project production, including schematic design phase, design development phase, permitting phase, and construction documents phase

Perform construction administration tasks including, but not limited to, site observations, shop drawing review, and preparation of punch lists

Define appropriate project scope and ensure it is accurately reflected in the contract documents. Proactively manage any possible scope of work variances to ensure client satisfaction and that projects stay on track

Maintain excellent business relationships and communication with clients, partners, architects, owners, other design and construction professionals, and various code officials regarding the overall engineering project, associated assignments, and action items

Support with mentoring more inexperienced electrical engineers / designers

Miscellaneous duties, as assigned

Qualifications

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States and based in Tampa, Orlando or Fort Lauderdale, Florida; Houston, Dallas / Ft.

Worth, Austin, Texas; Nashville, Tennessee, or Atlanta, Georgia; preference to candidates in the Tampa, Orlando and Atlanta areas

Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering

At least 10 years of experience in electrical engineering management and design of commercial buildings preferably in aviation, higher education, health care, hospitality, entertainment, or governmental facilities

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) required; engineering registration should be in the state(s) in which projects will be constructed

Minimum 7 years of experience leading and coordinating multi-discipline engineering teams

Experience with a variety of project deliverable methods including design-build, design-bid-construct, fast-track and other construction delivery methods

Intermediate to advanced knowledge of local, state, and national codes, including other aspects of laws, regulations, and potential liabilities affecting the practice of engineering

Revit MEP proficiency required , and familiarity with other engineering software programs

Highly proficient technical / computer skills including Microsoft O365 (Outlook, Work, Excel), internet and web applications

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills; ability to clearly convey information, ideas, and concepts verbally, written, or in graphic form

Ability to prepare original specifications for project systems and components, as well as complete project manuals with sub-consultant specifications when the company serves as the prime professional

Must have the technical knowledge and hands-on experience to effectively evaluate various electrical engineering options for configuration of equipment and components

Experienced with cost containment and reduction approaches and the capability of providing appropriate relative costs of different engineering approaches

Skills & Competencies

Strong conflict management abilities a good listener, committed to finding solution to problems, works to address difficulties

Comfortable maintaining professional relationships with clients, vendors, code officials, etc. Works well with internal and external teams, promotes a positive image of the company, strives to solve issues raised by customers

Meets deadlines, works independently or as part of a team, accountable, maintains focus on set objectives and goals

Keeps information organized and accessible, manages time well; uses resources efficiently, strives to reduce cost

Exceptional attention to detail and thoroughness in deliverables and communications maintains high-quality standards and follow-up

Ethical, honest, and accountable; maintains confidentiality, handles sensitive information with discretion and professionalism

Has a bias for action, seeks new opportunities, strives to see projects to completion

Monitors status of projects, thoroughly deals with project details, holds project owners accountable, delivers clear, accurate depiction of status

Physical Requirements

Must have the ability to perform the necessary job-related functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Commute to site investigations and assessments, or client meetings

Remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting, for prolonged periods

Work extended hours, evenings and weekends when necessary to meet business deadlines Regular use of office equipment such as a computer / laptop and computer screens

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse and other computer components

Ability to see differences between colors, shades and brightness

• Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships) May occasionally be exposed to the following work conditions : work near / with moving mechanical parts;
• work near / with electrical currents; work in high places or underground; be exposed to fumes / airborne particles or caustic chemicals;

withstand outdoor weather conditions; withstand moderate to very loud noises

Benefits & Perks

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Flexible hybrid work options

Unlimited PTO

Generous paid holiday schedule

Parental leave

401k plan with company match

Paid company events and extracurricular activities

Employee perks and discounts

Education assistance & professional development

Opportunity to work on impactful, headline-making projects that positively impact local and national communities

Who We Are

Our client is an engineering firm that provides Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, and Information Technology design and commissioning services.

Our projects span aviation, office, restaurant, retail, higher education, parking, K-12, multi-family, healthcare, labs, recreational facilities and central energy plants.

We are a certified minority-owned corporation and employ nearly 50 professionals. We are headquartered in Tampa, Florida, with additional locations in Orlando and Fort Lauderdale, Florida;

Houston, Dallas / Ft. Worth and Austin, Texas; Nashville, Tennessee; and Atlanta, Georgia.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Our client does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, or other employment policies on the basis of any protected characteristics.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race or color, religion, sex or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, physical or mental disability status, pregnancy status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic as protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

In addition, we make reasonable accommodation to the needs of disabled applicants and employees, so long as this does not create an undue hardship on the business or threaten the health or safety of others at work.