Associate Engineer - Fire Protection

United Integrated Services • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

United Integrated Services (UIS), a global engineering and construction company specializing in the semiconductor industry, is seeking an associate engineer. The posting’s summary describes an Associate Electrical Engineer responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining electrical systems in a cleanroom environment and ensuring compliance with semiconductor production regulations and standards. Electrical construction experience is highly desired, and construction experience is required. The description also refers to fire protection power among the electrical systems covered by the role.

The position supports project requirements classification, design reviews, scope clarification, procurement, contractor awards, installation oversight, schedule execution, cost and progress reviews, and communication with clients and project stakeholders. The employee will work in a construction-site environment, including a trailer office, and may travel to other sites in Arizona. The role involves frequent physical activity and work around active construction conditions, with required personal protective equipment.

UIS describes its work as contributing to advanced semiconductor construction projects and emphasizes collaboration, accountability, and career development. Benefits and development offerings mentioned include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance at no cost to employees, competitive compensation and potential performance-based incentives, and education reimbursement for eligible employees.

Requirements

• Construction experience is required.
• Experience in electrical system planning; the posting states “O+ years of experience Electrical system planning.”
• Strong understanding of high- and low-voltage power, lighting sockets, fire protection power, broadcasting, weak current, refuse direction indicator, and grounding/lightning protection systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Ability to use engineering software such as AutoCAD and Primavera, or other engineering software.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, attention to detail, and organization.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities according to project needs.
• Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from groups of managers and employees.
• Ability to develop and maintain successful relationships with employees at all levels, clients, and subcontractors.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining a professional attitude.
• Ability to work in a construction-site environment, including a trailer office.
• Effective English verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and other documents; write routine reports and correspondence.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• May be required to travel to other sites within Arizona.
• Frequently stand and walk for extended periods; lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with heavier items occasionally handled with assistance or mechanical equipment.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, handle and operate tools or materials, perform repetitive hand, wrist, and arm motions, climb ladders or stairs, and maintain visual acuity, balance, and coordination.
• Ability to work in physically demanding environments with frequent movement and manual labor.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is preferred.
• Semiconductor construction experience is a plus.
• Ability to communicate in Mandarin or Taiwanese is a plus.
• Start-up experience.
• Verbal communication skills in Mandarin.
• Professional Engineer license.

Responsibilities

• Classify client requirements and communicate project requirements and design reviews with internal and external electrical design teams.
• Perform the required scope of work and clarify specifications with stakeholders.
• Assist the procurement team with electrical systems equipment and materials and assist with contractor awards.
• Understand isometrics, P&ID, and CAD drawings, particularly for electrical systems.
• Review, approve, and oversee electrical systems installation.
• Inspect work in progress to verify workmanship meets specifications and construction schedules are followed.
• Review progress reports, materials used, costs, and contract payment applications, and adjust work schedules as indicated by reports.
• Review and respond to RFIs and change orders.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports for internal use and client communication.
• Identify and solve problems.
• Schedule work and execute schedules.
• Understand drawings, review specifications, and perform estimation.
• Perform other assigned responsibilities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance provided at no cost to employees.
• Competitive salaries and opportunities for performance-based incentives.
• Education reimbursement for eligible employees pursuing continued learning and professional development.
• Career growth and skill-development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed