Electrical Designer I

ENFRA LLC • Little Rock, AR

8d

About The Position

The Electrical Designer performs technical activities on assigned projects under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer. The role participates in technical studies, investigations, and designs and assists the project team in delivering projects on time, within budget, and to a high standard of quality. Responsibilities include completing electrical design for assigned projects and supporting other project tasks.

The position designs and prepares drawings for electrical systems in building projects, including code reviews, lighting calculations and layouts, receptacle layouts, one-line diagrams, and branch circuit, feeder, and service calculations. The designer may attend meetings with owners, clients, and architects; conduct site surveys; coordinate with other design disciplines; and accompany senior staff or project managers on construction site visits. The role also supports punch lists and project observation reports, attends training, participates in industry organizations and events, and upholds TME's owner advocacy philosophy and organizational core values.

The role requires 25% travel to job sites or office locations. Work may involve ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, confined spaces, machinery and power tools, outdoor weather conditions, noisy environments, repetitive hand and wrist motions, and light-to-heavy work involving objects weighing 20–100 pounds.

Requirements

• A two-year technical degree or associate degree in an electrical-related field; or 2–3 years of experience as an electrical designer at an engineering or architectural/engineering design firm; or electrical program/coursework/classes at a community college plus 1–3 years of experience as an electrician working for an electrical contractor; or a Journeyman Electrician License.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel, Revit, and AutoCAD.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, with willingness to manage various ongoing projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of the industry and the company's competitors.
• Excellent multitasking skills and ability to perform duties outside the scope of work when necessary.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience with larger commercial projects, including healthcare, higher education, laboratory, and central energy plant projects.

Responsibilities

• Design and prepare electrical-system drawings for building projects, including code reviews, lighting calculations and layouts, receptacle layouts, one-line diagrams, and branch circuit, feeder, and service calculations, under the supervision of a licensed professional electrical engineer.
• Attend meetings with owners, clients, and/or architects as needed and prepare and distribute meeting notes.
• Conduct site surveys to determine existing or proposed facility conditions.
• Assist with coordination between the design team and other disciplines, including architectural, mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, structural, and civil.
• Accompany senior staff or project managers on construction site visits to monitor progress and conformance to design specifications, owner expectations, and building codes.
• Assist in preparing punch lists and project observation reports.
• Attend internal and external training sessions to build knowledge in required technical areas.
• Participate in industry organizations and attend related events, meetings, and activities.
• Uphold TME's owner advocacy philosophy and organizational core values.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree