Project Engineer - Electrical

Job Description

Job Description

AKF Group LLC is an award-winning professional services firm providing engineering, commissioning, testing, technology, sustainability, and lightning design services.

We weave together our core MEP / FP engineering as well as thirteen additional Integrated Services under a single point of contact.

AKF’s experienced engineers focus on new ways to design for the built environment amidst the evolving trends of the AEC industry.

We build flexible spaces with sustainability in mind to achieve the highest quality of convenience and comfort.

Responsibilities :

• Prepare basic deliverables and products including calculations, drawings, and specifications
• Oversees all aspects of projects
• Sets deadlines and assigns responsibilities
• Examine field conditions as required to support development and completion of projects
• Design building electrical systems including power, lighting, communication, security systems and fire alarm while adhering to the firm’s QA / QC process
• Develop project specifications
• Attend meetings with architects, owners and building managers to discuss future and or current projects
• Responsible for meeting the client’s project goals and objectives
• Assist in business development by pursuing new work including participation in client presentations
• Assist in the firm’s human resource efforts through training and mentoring junior firm members
• Enhances the firm’s reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing internal and external client requests
• Demonstrates core values and serves as a role model / mentor to all firm members
• Updates job knowledge and technical expertise by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, participating in technical organizations and obtaining certifications in area of expertise and participating in the firm’s Technical Committee as requested
• Perform other duties as assigned

S kills / Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited engineering program
• Minimum of 1 year of experience with a consulting engineering firm
• Comprehensive knowledge and interpretation of code compliance requirements and industry standards
• Strong organizational, prioritization, decision making and analytical skills
• Possess strong verbal, written, analytical, persuasive and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision and in a highly collaborative team environment
• Ability to consistently set goals and meet deadlines and adapt to flexible responsibilities
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit software
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Experience with Deltek Vision or Project Resource Management software is preferred
• Ability to meet and exceed client expectations

Required / Preferred Credentials :

• PE license is preferred
• LEED Certification is preferred
• Certifications in areas of expertise are preferred

Job Classification and Scheduled work hours :

• Full Time Salaried Exempt Employee. Exempt employees are ineligible for Overtime Pay.
• Standard workweek is Monday-Friday
• Minimum 8 working hours / day (40 hours / week Monday-Friday) within the firm’s hours of operation of 7 : 00a.m.-6 : 00p.m.
• You may be required to work extra hours in order to meet client’s demands and project delivery target dates.
• Travel to client meetings and worksites may be required on occasion.

Benefits :

AKF offers a complete and competitive benefit package which currently includes a generous PTO policy, cost shared medical, matching 401(k), education assistance and 100% paid dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.

We also offer flexible and remote / hybrid work schedules and wellness incentives.

AKF Group LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.