Electrical Designer

Tower Pinkster • Grand Rapids, MI

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About The Position

Join our team at TowerPinkster and open a new door to an amazing career! TowerPinkster, an architecture, engineering, and interior design firm based in Michigan, Indiana, and Kentucky, is looking for a talented skilled Electrical Designer. This position is responsible for the design of electrical systems for projects, efficient management of assigned projects, and coordination of project teams according to schedule.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in an Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering accredited program.
• Basic understanding of commercial building electrical systems.
• Act with integrity and trust
• Possess a commitment to excellence.
• Work in a collaborative team environment.
• Work independently.
• Problem solving through root cause analysis and finding alternative solutions.
• Understand and effectively apply technical skills to the project.
• Clearly express ideas and thoughts both verbally and in written form.
• Complete communication, documentation, paperwork, and drawings on time.
• Sharpen and continuously improve technical skills.
• Write quality reports.
• Take responsibility for own actions and completion of tasks in an accurate manner.
• Spend time with clients on a regular basis to communicate progress.
• Respond to requests in a timely fashion.
• Good time management and commitment to deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with an A/E or MEP consulting firm is preferred.
• Knowledge and experience in Revit software, lighting calculation software and proficiency in spreadsheet is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the lead engineer and participate in the design of electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, lighting controls, coordinate with technology group for data and communication infrastructure, fire alarm, and nurse call to meet owner/client needs and code requirements.
• Provide assessment of existing building systems and report back to owner with recommendations on needed maintenance, available savings and/or rebates for upgrades.
• Provide electrical engineer design solutions, calculations, design documents, specifications, and project communications.
• Provide follow-through for designs: construction correspondence, observation, punch listing and close out.
• Participate, where requested, in client meetings.
• Coordinate your work with all disciplines and consultants.
• Review submittals, RFIs, and contractor proposed change orders.
• Adhere to project budgeted time and schedule.
• Collaborate with the team to share experiences, knowledge, skills, and lessons learned for continuous improvement.
• Mentor and train entry-level designers across multiple offices.
• Assist with electrical specifications.

Benefits

• Industry-leading compensation package, including paid overtime, performance bonuses, and profit sharing.
• National award-winning culture and a supportive work environment that empowers employees to stay healthy, fulfill their interests and passions, and balance work and life goals.
• A collaborative work environment along with many culture connection events and wellness activities, to include walking challenges, fitness challenges, book clubs, in-office chair massages, and more. We offer a Thrive program providing incentives up to $400.00 annually.
• Flexible work hours with a work-life balance program providing six additional days off per year, and a healthy paid time off program.
• A comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, short-term and long-term disability benefits, and paid community service hours.
• Annual team training, professional development opportunities, and career growth planning.
• The opportunity to reach your career goals with an award-winning firm. We highly encourage licensure, certification, and professional organization memberships, which are fully paid.
• Continued educational opportunities and a tuition reimbursement program.
• Firm-paid life and wellness coach for individuals and families in partnership with Ulliance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees