Electrical Designer

Stantec•Berkley, MI

43d

About The Position

Stantec’s Buildings team is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world. Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design. Join us and design your place with Stantec. Your Opportunity Stantec’s Buildings group in Berkley provides Engineering, Architecture, and Interior Design across multiple sectors including education, multi-family housing, workplace, civic, and research and development. Our team is passionate about the design quality of the built environment and create designs that are timeless, intelligent, and sustainable. This is the place where great ideas and rewarding careers call home. Our Berkley, MI office is looking for a skilled Electrical Engineer who will be able to apply electrical engineering principals and superior client service skills to cultivate and deliver projects that exceed expectations.

Requirements

Successful history of collaboration and teaming with electrical contractors on Design-Build projects or other alternate project delivery methods is preferred.
Experience in the built environment and/or in-depth knowledge of construction processes.
Ability to integrate design elements with other disciplines.
Strong knowledge of applicable codes and standards.
Deep understanding and knowledge of power distribution systems, lighting systems, and fire alarms systems for the built environment.
Strong knowledge of higher education, science & technology, commercial workplace and/or industrial market sectors including architects, engineers, contractors, and facility managers operating within these markets.
Ability to apply sustainable design principles within projects.
Strong client communication and interpersonal skills
Functional knowledge of recent versions of Revit MEP and Navisworks.
Strong working knowledge of AGI 32 (or equivalent), load analysis software, Microsoft Office, Newforma Project Center (or equivalent data management software) and Bluebeam.
Periodic travel may be required to meet engagement/client requirements may include regional or national based on the contracted requirements.
Minimum of bachelor’s degree Engineering with an emphasis in Electrical Engineering is required.
A minimum of three years of related work experience or, an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Responsibilities

Perform electrical engineering design which may include engineering drawings, calculations, reports, design criteria, to support electrical engineering projects.
Perform calculations to analyze and design electrical system components using company standard software and proprietary manufacturer software.
Assist in the evaluation and selection of electrical systems and materials and the development of electrical specifications.
Contribute to the development of electrical systems, through sketches, electronic models, diagrams, and other visual formats.
Assist in the preparation of engineering project documents, client presentations, client contact and communication pertaining to specific project deliverables.
Coordinate with other disciplines to ensure compatibility with the design intent.
Prepare electrical engineering documents by developing construction specifications, plans and schedules.
Assist in the review of shop drawings and submittals, responds to request for information, prepares site observation reports, and performs other contract administration tasks.
Recognize when technical problems are developing and initiates appropriate corrective actions.
Attend project coordination meetings with internal team members and/or external consultants.
Participate in value engineering and basic cost estimating to support engineering projects.
Perform other duties as assigned by senior engineering staff.