Senior Electrical Designer (Industrial)

Industrial engineering consulting firm located in Akron, OH looking for a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join their successful and growing team.

Summary : The Senior Electrical Designer is responsible for gathering and analyzing technical data used to prepare basic electrical engineering designs and drawings for client projects including : Power, Lighting & Electrical Distribution, Electrical One-Line Drawings, Electrical Load Studies, Power Equipment List (Transformers, Switchgear, Motors, UPS etc.

and related Electrical Drawings (Schematics etc.). This individual is expected to fulfill the requirements of the position and understands that the design process includes visiting clients’ facilities where they may be expected to perform some physical work.

Key Responsibilities :

• Responsible for Design Calculations and Plan Development
• Works with other Designers and Engineers on a Project Team, maintaining effective communication with project team members, other departments, suppliers and clients
• Collects and prepares data / information and performs detailed design calculations
• Specifies power system equipment, lighting and power panels, motor control centers, grounding systems, and lighting systems
• Creates electrical load studies, control schematics, and electrical installation details
• Utilizes computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform design tasks
• Assists in field work by obtaining field information, checking installations, problem solving, maintenance and repair of equipment and systems
• Working with Lead Engineer, is responsible for electrical designs and CAD drawings on assigned Projects
• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures, and standards
• Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly
• Accepts other duties as assigned

Qualifications - Education / Experience :

• Electrical technical training and / or experience
• Field experience desired
• Six (6) to Twelve (12) years or more working in one or more of the following service areas : Chemicals, Petrochemicals, Polymers, Utility, Energy, and Manufacturing
• Knowledgeable in lighting systems, power systems equipment, NEC or NFPA 70, applicable building codes, hazardous area classifications for process industries, and wiring practices
• Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD (3D a plus), Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
• Experience with development of electrical drawings, P & ID’s, installation details, conduit and cable schedules

Eligibility Requirements :

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction
• Authorizes a background investigation, including verification of past employment, criminal history, and educational background
• Submits to a drug test post offer
• Possesses a valid driver’s license
• Accepts that this position may require some domestic overnight travel

Schedule : Monday-Friday, flexible schedule

Job type : Full time, direct hire

Location : Hybrid work option (Tues / Wed / Th on-site in Akron, OH with Mon & Fri remote option)

RELOCATION PACKAGE IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS POSITION AT THIS TIME

Pay : $78K-92K (Salary, but will earn for any hours worked over 40 / week)

Benefits summary :

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Keywords : electrical, engineering, industrial, manufacturing, plant, engineer, consultant, design, designer, CAD, AutoCAD, Revit, field service, technical training, petrochemicals, polymers, utility, energy, NEC, NFPA, project