Electrical Designer - Los Angeles

Turpin & Rattan Engineering, Inc.•Montrose, CA

5d•$24 - $40•Hybrid

About The Position

Turpin & Rattan Engineering, Inc. is seeking a motivated Electrical Designer to join our team in Los Angeles. This is an excellent opportunity to launch a career in Electrical design. The Electrical Designer works collaboratively with design teams and clients to deliver high-quality designs for projects. This role involves supporting the design process from project kickoff through project closeout, ensuring adherence to project scope, budget, and schedule requirements, while delivering exceptional client experiences. Design responsibilities include field surveys, power system studies, power distribution, lighting, renewable energy and fire alarm systems. Other responsibilities include gaining and applying a general understanding of related disciplines such as mechanical (HVAC), plumbing, technology, structural, civil and architectural.

Requirements

Associate degree or bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering preferred or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
1-3 years’ design and/or field experience in Electrical building systems preferred.
Proficiency in Autodesk AutoCAD, Revit BIM software, Bluebeam and Microsoft Office software preferred.
Mobility and dexterity to effectively perform the job position duties are necessary. This includes the ability to move, bend, lift, and carry materials or equipment as needed, as well as the capacity to use hands and fingers with agility for tasks such as operating computers, navigating construction sites, carrying ladders, and using hand tools.
Must have the means to commute to your assigned branch office and to project sites within the County where your branch office is located. Occasional travel outside of the branch office County may be required.

Nice To Haves

Interest in sustainable design practices and enhancing the firm’s marketability in sustainable solutions.
A commitment to fostering an innovative and forward-thinking work environment.

Responsibilities

Client communication as approved by the Project Manager, including attending meetings and handling email correspondence.
Review proposals and ensure project adherence.
Provide designs and coordination with the design team to meet project requirements.
Prepare and coordinate project deliverables, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
Conduct site visits to ensure design adherence and support project progress.
Maintain sheet index, task list, and design checklist to ensure project organization, collaboration, and coordination.
Adhere to QAQC standards to ensure design integrity and high quality.
Review and comment for professional cost estimator estimates.
Provide project close-out activities, ensuring all project requirements are met.
Perform tasks delegated by the Project Manager, ensuring strict adherence to scope and project guidelines. Delegation of related tasks is not permitted in this role.
Performs all other duties as assigned.