Electrical Design Engineer

Verus Associates, Inc•Concord, CA

2d•$90,000 - $150,000

About The Position

VERUS is seeking a self-motivated, organized, and results-driven Electrical and Controls Designer to join their team. This role offers growth opportunities for individuals with an electrical engineering degree to advance to an electrical engineer position upon obtaining professional licensure. The ideal candidate will be accountable, well-organized, and committed to meeting deadlines and milestones, with a knack for analytical thinking and attention to detail. A strong understanding of codes, standards, engineering best practices, and quality control is essential, as is the ability to balance technical excellence with practical engineering. Verus emphasizes finding individuals who are authentic, trustworthy, possess a good sense of humor, approachability, and humility, aiming to enhance both the technical and interpersonal strengths of their engineering team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
3-5 years of applicable experience.
Solid basis of design and drafting using AutoCAD or Microstation (or both) is preferred.
EIT (FE) is preferred but not required. Intention to take FE or PE exam in near future, if not already, is a minimum requirement.

Nice To Haves

Solid basis of design and drafting using AutoCAD or Microstation (or both) is preferred.
EIT (FE) is preferred but not required. Intention to take FE or PE exam in near future, if not already, is a minimum requirement.

Responsibilities

Design of low-voltage and medium-voltage power distribution systems, lighting systems, and other electrical/control systems for industrial, commercial, and manufacturing facilities.
Design of industrial, commercial, and manufacturing control systems, including the plantwide integration of PLC and network hardware and interconnections, and control panel design.
Perform electrical and control engineering tasks associated with projects, including design, drafting, engineering calculations, and specifications.
Work under, and receive mentorship from, a senior engineer on comprehensive electrical and control design packages including: electrical and control diagrams, plans, details, panel arrangements, bill of materials, and hazardous area classification.
Manage the assigned electrical and controls work package deliverables, including coordinating with other disciplines and drafting teams. Prioritize and set deadlines, while also being adaptable and flexible to changing needs.
Ability to communicate competently with team members and Clients, both verbally and in writing.
Experienced and/or comfortable with working in the field for engineering surveys and commissioning activities.