Electrical Design Engineer

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

Reporting directly to the Division Manager, with indirect supervision and daily instruction from assigned Project Manager, this position is responsible for the coordination of all technical activities on assigned projects. This position assists with planning and scheduling of assigned engineering work; monitors work for compliance with applicable codes, accepted engineering practices, and ACCO/Sunbelt Electric standards; ensures effective communication and coordination on assigned projects between all disciplines and all other project team members, including external customers and vendors.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Prepare one-line diagrams with limited input from Engineers.
• Maintain the discipline engineering documents for the project.
• Respond to RFI's for the project and accurately review submittals with limited input from the Sr. Engineer.
• Solve installation problems with electrical systems; travel to the site to resolve issues.
• CAD and Revit proficient with working CAD drawings and Revit models.
• Prepare CAD floor plans and Revit models showing electrical device layouts, circuitry, fixtures, equipment, etc.
• Perform calculations for available fault current and/or overcurrent coordination studies; implement proper AIC ratings of equipment with limited input from Engineers.
• Prepare calculations for electrical loads and panel schedules.
• Thorough knowledge of NEC and other codes.
• Understand and correctly apply concepts of emergency and normal power systems
• Extensive knowledge of lighting, photometric, and lighting controls.
• Understand and apply concepts of voltage drop, conductor sizing, harmonics, etc.
• Edit electrical specifications with limited input from Engineers.
• Develop equipment room sizes during Schematic Design and Design Development phases.
• Select and schedule equipment with limited oversight by senior staff.
• Meet with vendors to determine specification requirements for application.
• Coordinate with other disciplines (MEP/FP, arch, struct, etc.) for all electrical & lighting details.
• Apply risk management procedures daily to minimize EXP's and clients' exposure to problems.
• Manage and deliver revisions (ASI's, etc.).
• Meet with contractors during the bid phase to review the design details.
• Understand specific Electrical requirements for applications within the Market Sector.
• Understand and properly apply details relevant to projects.
• Understand circuit breaker coordination and application.
• Distribute project-related correspondence to project team members.
• Prepare project meeting minutes; schedule in-house discipline meetings.
• Oversee deliverables to and from clients.
• Oversee and encourage coordination between disciplines.
• Provide discipline-specific manpower planning for projects.
• Provide continuous support for the Project Manager.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• BS in Engineering; Electric Engineering concentration strongly preferred
• AutoCAD and REVIT MEP proficient (REVIT Experience is desired)
• 5+ years' experience in estimating, design, and prosecution of Electrical projects, ideally including some field/construction site experience
• High sense of integrity
• Solid organizational and time management abilities
• Excellent oral and written business communication skills, including the ability to listen proactively

ACCO COMPETENCIES:

• Proactivity / Initiative: Recognizes what needs to be done and accomplishes it in a manner appropriate for one's level/position and with minimal supervision.
• Perseverance: Shows wherewithal to fight for difficult goals despite challenges and to bounce back from adversity.
• Insight: The ability to gather and make sense of information that suggests new possibilities.
• Engagement: Shows a knack for using emotion and logic to communicate a persuasive vision and connect with people.
• Teamwork: The ability to effectively work toward common goals with others by supporting, encouraging, and sharing information in an authentic and approachable manner.
• Big Picture: Understands and contributes to organizations' short- and long-term business strategy. On a personal level, has independently developed a vision for short- and long-term career success.
• Motivation / Dedication: Commits to excellence in pursuing unselfish goals. Initiates action with collective goals, takes responsibility and shows personal humility.
• Technical Curiosity / Willingness to Learn: Interest in seeking out new experiences, knowledge, and candid feedback; demonstrating an openness to learning and change.
• Problem-Solver: Ability to identify, analyze, and solve problems in support of personnel, group, department, or organizational objectives.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

(The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• Must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision and Ability to adjust focus.
• The employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• You are a responsible person with the ability to multi-task. You understand that regular & routine attendance is required.

HOURS:

This is a non-exempt position from Monday through Friday. Work hours begin and end between 7:00 am and 5:00 pm with a one-hour lunch break and two breaks. Eight hours per day are required, and occasional overtime may be necessary for business needs.

TRAVEL:

O - 5% of the time to and from the primary office to regional branch offices.

COMPETITIVE WAGES:

$39.18 hour - $50.48 hour. Applicants please note that actual compensation is determined by several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, certifications, relevant education or training, and specific work location, among others. The offered wage or salary is only one aspect of an employee's total compensation.

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