Electrical Designer / Electrical Engineer - Entry Level & Level I

Henderson Companies•St. Louis, MO

1d•$72,191 - $113,887

About The Position

At Henderson, we're about more than just buildings We're about the people, experiences, and potential found inside. We’re a company of problem-solvers and innovators known for our technical excellence and ability to come up with out-of-the-box solutions. We love the process of bringing buildings to life. And we're changing the industry by integrating the building design and construction process. As an ESOP, each of our employee-owners are an essential part of our mission to lead the industry in innovation, sustainability, and client experience. With a vision to build a better world, Team Henderson has a people-first culture and diverse portfolio of world-class facilities. It's What We Do We provide total building system design services across multiple high-growth markets for industry leaders. You'll get to use your talent to work on projects for some of the biggest names in mission-critical, higher education, sports, healthcare, grocery, restaurant, and retail within the sectors we serve in business, community, grocery, health, retail, & venue. It's How We're Different We're about more than just buildings. We're about you. You, and the hundreds of passionate employee-owners who make us who we are. We’ve always been committed to providing an inclusive workplace where people can bring their full self to work and helps people reach their full potential – both as professionals and individuals. Together, we dream up innovative solutions for industry-wide problems, design spaces that become landmarks, and toast the good life at our happy hours. Take a peek into what makes us different here: https://youtu.be/AIt17t_uJ-A?si=oSMy5zQeUcb_faE3 Summary: Electrical Engineers and Electrical Designers are responsible for the design, coordination, documentation, and delivery of electrical building systems for various environments. Depending on experience level, individuals may perform engineering calculations, prepare and review design documents, coordinate with project teams, manage tasks or projects, provide technical leadership, mentor others, and support business development activities. All team members are expected to uphold a client-centric mindset, demonstrate quality and integrity, and contribute to a collaborative, inclusive, and continuously learning environment. Today’s buildings are rapidly evolving. Electrical system design is no longer as simple as lighting and power design overlaid onto an architectural background. Our engineers understand that the electrical system forms the foundation that makes the building come to life. It’s a responsibility that we take very seriously. We balance the rigorous requirements of life safety and code compliance with practicality and aesthetic considerations to deliver a design that supports life of the building and delivers on our client’s vision for the project. Henderson’s Electrical Services: Power Systems Design & Distribution Medium Voltage Design Emergency & Standby Power Generation Lighting Systems & Controls Design Lightning Protection Grounding Design Fault Current & Overcurrent Coordination Studies Arc Flash Studies Emergency Egress Illumination Solar & Wind Power Design

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in relevant field of engineering (i.e.: mechanical, electrical, fire protection or architectural) and 1 year of relevant experience or 4 years of experience with high school diploma or equivalent is required.
Basic proficiency in engineering design: basic knowledge of the A&E industry, codes, design guides and standards.
Knowledge may be applicable to a limited range of practice, project or program types.
High technical aptitude: ability to learn, understand and utilize various systems and processes.
Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate with all levels in a clear and concise manner.
Effective critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Team oriented and willingness and ability to function in a highly collaborative environment, in group projects and leading less experienced designers.
Ability to receive constructive feedback and adjust to coaching.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and engineering design software applicable to your discipline or focus.
Must demonstrate proficiency in all core competencies as described and characterized in this job description.
Clear communication and willingness to ask questions.
Accountability, reliability, and ethical behavior.
Commitment to accuracy and quality.
Collaboration and receptiveness to feedback.

Nice To Haves

Completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam preferred.
Additional certifications and accreditations aligned with the relevant technical field (e.g., BEMP, CPD, CDP, NICET, RCDD, etc.) preferred.
Proficiency with Revit and Bluebeam Revu preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepares design documents under the supervision of experienced engineering and design staff. Prepares design documents, system layouts, drawings, schematics, and related documentation under the supervision of experienced engineering and design staff.
Assists with engineering calculations, basic design tasks, and research on products, systems, and applicable codes.
Supports the review of shop drawings for conformance to plans and specifications and participates in field verification as directed
May participate in business development or pursuit activities under direct supervision and occasionally attend client, company, or industry events
Visits job sites for observation, learning, and professional development opportunities.
Continuously seeks to expand knowledge and fill gaps in industry or discipline expertise.
Develops proficiency in industry-standard software, including Revit, Bluebeam Revu, and Microsoft Office products