Electrical Engineer
Essential Job Functions
• Perform all aspects of Electrical Engineering as it relates individually assigned projects.
• Requires limited mentoring on complex system designs.
• Works independently in a team environment to complete project from start to finish with little to no input from Supervisor.
• Capable of working independently on highly complex projects to design multiple systems (A/V, IT, Lighting, Power, etc.).
• Understands and implements cross-discipline coordination.
• Plan & design electrical systems for complex projects of various types including; institutional facilities, commercial buildings, medical complexes, educational facilities, laboratories, and government facilities including Construction Administration.
• Performs self QC on work and plans for/seeks appropriate peer review of work.
• Meets with Clients and other engineers to review and coordinate disciplines.
• Provides bidding phase services (attending and directing pre-bid and pre-construction meetings).
• Seeing the Electrical construction of the project through completion and evaluating conformance with project construction documents.
• Consult with clients to determine the scope of services required for a project which may include; conducting field surveys and meeting with clients, analysis and selection of systems, evaluating project budgets, completing design documents and technical specifications.
• Capable of conducting client meetings without Supervisor.
• Responsible for understanding and embodying DWG’s Culture Statement.
• Perform individual aspects of electrical engineering as it relates to individually assigned projects. This is inclusive of, but not limited to the following:
Power distribution both primary distribution and secondary distribution
Power generation including cogeneration and standby systems
Lighting design and control, including both interior and exterior lighting
Power conditioning and uninterruptible power supplies
Telecommunications
Security and surveillance
Fire alarm
Programmable controllers
Nurse call
Lightning protection
• Performing appropriate field work to determine a design direction, including making educated decisions on system upgrades.
• Prepare bid plans using AutoCAD and/or Revit and specifications using Word.
• Process correspondence efficiently, accurately and confidentially.
• Establish good rapport and build relationships with peers and clients by responding to requests and communicating information in a timely manner.
• Remain updated on current professional practices and maintain a high awareness of new products and procedures in industry by monitoring trade publications and actively participating in professional associations.
• Actively attends in-house training sessions to enhance knowledge in necessary technical areas.
• Must travel at times to meet with clients or visit project sites.
Supervisory Responsibilities
• Assists in coaching/mentoring Junior Engineers and Electrical Consultants as needed.
Education/Experience
• BS or MS degree in Electrical Engineering or an Architectural Engineering Degree with an emphasis in Electrical Engineering
• 5+ years related experience in Consulting Engineering
Certifications/Registrations
• Registered PE
Other Skills / Abilities
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Excellent Customer service capabilities
• Ability to work more than 40 hours per week in order to meet project deadlines
• Ability to drive to project sites and perform customary field work.
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Able to work in the United States
Machine/Equipment/Computer Requirements
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• AutoCAD (most current version)
• Revit (most current version)
• Visual Lighting Software
Working Conditions
• Occasionally working hours significantly beyond regularly scheduled hours
• Frequently travels to off-site locations
Physical Effort
• Occasionally lifting objects 80 pounds and less
• Occasionally carrying objects 30 pounds and less
Mobility
• Frequently moving about on foot
• Occasionally standing for extended periods of time
• Frequently sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time
• Occasionally climbing and/or balancing
• Frequently stooping and/or kneeling and crawling
Reaching, Handling, Finger Dexterity and/or Feeling
• Frequent finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s)
• Perform all aspects of Electrical Engineering as it relates individually assigned projects.
• Requires limited mentoring on complex system designs.
• Works independently in a team environment to complete project from start to finish with little to no input from Supervisor.
• Capable of working independently on highly complex projects to design multiple systems (A/V, IT, Lighting, Power, etc.).
• Understands and implements cross-discipline coordination.
• Plan & design electrical systems for complex projects of various types including; institutional facilities, commercial buildings, medical complexes, educational facilities, laboratories, and government facilities including Construction Administration.
• Performs self QC on work and plans for/seeks appropriate peer review of work.
• Meets with Clients and other engineers to review and coordinate disciplines.
• Provides bidding phase services (attending and directing pre-bid and pre-construction meetings).
• Seeing the Electrical construction of the project through completion and evaluating conformance with project construction documents.
• Consult with clients to determine the scope of services required for a project which may include; conducting field surveys and meeting with clients, analysis and selection of systems, evaluating project budgets, completing design documents and technical specifications.
• Capable of conducting client meetings without Supervisor.
• Responsible for understanding and embodying DWG’s Culture Statement.
• Perform individual aspects of electrical engineering as it relates to individually assigned projects. This is inclusive of, but not limited to the following:
Power distribution both primary distribution and secondary distribution
Power generation including cogeneration and standby systems
Lighting design and control, including both interior and exterior lighting
Power conditioning and uninterruptible power supplies
Telecommunications
Security and surveillance
Fire alarm
Programmable controllers
Nurse call
Lightning protection
• Performing appropriate field work to determine a design direction, including making educated decisions on system upgrades.
• Prepare bid plans using AutoCAD and/or Revit and specifications using Word.
• Process correspondence efficiently, accurately and confidentially.
• Establish good rapport and build relationships with peers and clients by responding to requests and communicating information in a timely manner.
• Remain updated on current professional practices and maintain a high awareness of new products and procedures in industry by monitoring trade publications and actively participating in professional associations.
• Actively attends in-house training sessions to enhance knowledge in necessary technical areas.
• Must travel at times to meet with clients or visit project sites.
Supervisory Responsibilities
• Assists in coaching/mentoring Junior Engineers and Electrical Consultants as needed.
Education/Experience
• BS or MS degree in Electrical Engineering or an Architectural Engineering Degree with an emphasis in Electrical Engineering
• 5+ years related experience in Consulting Engineering
Certifications/Registrations
• Registered PE
Other Skills / Abilities
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Excellent Customer service capabilities
• Ability to work more than 40 hours per week in order to meet project deadlines
• Ability to drive to project sites and perform customary field work.
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Able to work in the United States
Machine/Equipment/Computer Requirements
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• AutoCAD (most current version)
• Revit (most current version)
• Visual Lighting Software
Working Conditions
• Occasionally working hours significantly beyond regularly scheduled hours
• Frequently travels to off-site locations
Physical Effort
• Occasionally lifting objects 80 pounds and less
• Occasionally carrying objects 30 pounds and less
Mobility
• Frequently moving about on foot
• Occasionally standing for extended periods of time
• Frequently sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time
• Occasionally climbing and/or balancing
• Frequently stooping and/or kneeling and crawling
Reaching, Handling, Finger Dexterity and/or Feeling
• Frequent finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s)
