Associate, Electrical

AlfaTech•San Francisco, CA

9d•$120,000 - $140,000•Hybrid

About The Position

At AlfaTech we believe in more than just engineering solutions; we believe in promoting a culture of agility, collaboration, and inclusion. As a leading consulting engineering firm, we provide thoughtful engineering design that is technologically forward thinking, innovative, and environmentally conscious, ensuring that our contribution to our built environment is flexible, sustainable, and lasting across all the market segments we serve. If you're driven by a passion for engineering, innovation, and making a difference, if you thrive on challenges and adapt quickly to change, and if you are looking to be part of a dynamic team of empowered, smart, energized, professionals, then AlfaTech is the place for you. In this role, you will be relied upon to perform various engineering and design activities under the supervision of the Department Head. This will include design, system analysis and project management as well as selection of equipment, components, and systems. This position requires a person who is self-motivated, organized and creative with the ability to multi-task. They must have the ability to work as a productive and engaged team member in a fast-paced environment. Strong initiative and follow-through are essential for this job.

Requirements

Minimum 8-10 years of relevant experience in the design field.
Exceptional management and supervisory skills
Highly knowledgeable of codes, standards, and construction/engineering processes.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proclivity for catching the error and enacting appropriate changes.
Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment with multiple project deadlines.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, Revit, and other engineering analysis and compliance software.
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
Strong knowledge of state & Local codes, NEC
Highly proficient in Revit, BIM 360
Proficient in SKM power tools or similar

Nice To Haves

Experience working on large-scale design and construction projects is highly desirable.
Field experience preferred.
Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred.
LEED Accreditation.

Responsibilities

Analyze and develop appropriate electrical designs solutions for new and existing buildings with emphasis on high performance design and sustainability.
Ability to perform voltage drop calculations, short-circuit calculations, breaker coordination studies, Arc Flash studies, etc.
Ability to size overcurrent protection and feeder sizes for various electrical equipment.
Ability to specify manufacturer's equipment utilizing manufacturer catalogs (i.e., UPSs, Panels, Switchboards, Transformers, etc.)
Assist the electrical department leadership with overspill of technical direction to the electrical team.
Perform project management duties for small to medium sized projects acting as the lead engineer and project manager responsible for overall project delivery and budgets.
Capable of in-field audits/investigations, surveying existing conditions, feasibility studies, basis of design reports, and recording information about building electrical components.
Implement best practice engineering methods and produce drawings consistent with client requirements and standards.
Assist with the preparation of project budgets and schedules.
Implement ATCE quality assurance procedures during the electrical design process.
Review product data submittals for conformance to contract documents.
Coordinate, support, and communicate with colleagues across disciplines.
Conduct strategic evaluations and propose innovative solutions for technical electrical design issues.
Manage tasks as required to ensure work is completed on time and within the budget.
Attends and is an active participant in the design and construction project team meetings.
Maintain good relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Must exhibit technical competency and be able to design projects and direct/train/mentor junior engineers and designers.
Ensure that designs are compliant with Building/Energy Codes and LEED standards.
Performs submittal reviews and ensures timely responses to RFIs.
Other duties as assigned.