Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university
Professional Registration required
LEED accredited professional qualification preferred
5+ years of progressively responsible experience in electrical engineering
Proficiency in Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD
Familiarity with Bluebeam, BIM 360, and Autodesk File Management Systems
Responsibilities
Provide engineering design and analysis for lighting, power, low voltage, and control systems
Design and engineer electrical systems per applicable codes including NEC and NFPA standards
Review project scope and establish electrical budgets in collaboration with project stakeholders
Conduct feasibility studies and prepare schematic design packages
Maintain organized project files including calculations and schedules
Review project submittals for conformance to contract documents
Respond to requests for information (RFIs)
Benefits
Opportunity for professional development with senior staff oversight
Engagement in mission-critical facility design
Collaboration with diverse project teams
Exposure to various electrical design codes and standards
Dynamic work environment promoting attention to detail and organizational skills
Full Job Description
Job Description:
General Summary:
With some supervision from the senior staff or the Director of Electrical Engineering, provide engineering design and analysis for lighting, power, low voltage, and associated control systems for Mission Critical facilities in conformance to client requirements and applicable codes. Provide engineering to develop construction documents for the installation, interconnection and control of architectural, electrical, and mechanical components.
Essential Job Functions:
Possess / demonstrate the engineering knowledge and understanding to design and/or analyze electrical systems for the installation, interconnection, and control of architectural, electrical and mechanical components.
Using applicable codes and standards, design and engineer lighting and power distribution systems, low voltage systems (fire alarm systems, telecommunications, data networks, lighting control systems, power monitoring systems, etc.), including sizing of equipment, etc.
Review and/or establish project scope, electrical budget, design approach, and applicable constraints with the Project Manager or client as appropriate.
Knowledge of the NEC and other relevant NFPA standards, as they apply to the electrical design.
Adhere to project quality, budget, and schedule.
Prepare feasibility studies and schematic design packages of lighting, power systems, etc.
Possess / demonstrate the graphic ability to produce construction documents per company and client standards.
Collaborate with project teams, including Project Manager, Electrical Engineer, and client, to define project scope, budget and design approach.
Conduct field measuring and checking at the project site.
With assistance, edit and draft project specifications.
Review project submittals (shop drawings) for conformance with contract documents; specify action required for conformance.
Prepare project cost estimates.
Respond to RFIs.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Employment Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university
Professional Registration
LEED accredited professional qualification preferred
Experience:
5+ years related and progressively more responsible experience in electrical engineering field
Skills/Competencies:
Proficiency in Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD
Proficiency in short-circuit analysis, protective device coordination and arc flash hazard software (SKM, ETAP or EasyPower)
Proficiency in underground ductbank ampacity calculations using SKM, ETAP or CYMCAP
Familiarity with Bluebeam, BIM 360 and Autodesk File Management Systems
Excellent written and verbal communication
Strong attention to detail
About Ghafari Associates LLC
Ghafari Associates LLC is an architecture and engineering firm that provides design, engineering, and construction services to clients in a variety of industries. The company was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in Dearborn, Michigan. Ghafari Associates has completed projects in over 30 countries and has worked with clients such as General Motors, Ford, and Boeing. The company's mission is to create innovative and sustainable solutions that enhance the built environment and improve people's lives.
