Electrical Engineer II - Orlando

Voltair Consulting Engineers • Orlando, FL

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

VoltAir is an award-winning consulting engineering firm focused on quality engineering. The Electrical Engineer II applies professional and technical expertise to design electrical engineering concepts and options that align with each project owner's vision. The role requires a solid understanding of the consulting engineering process and related contractual documents. The position is based in Orlando, Florida, and involves travel of 10–35% for site investigations and assessments or client meetings.

Requirements

• Must be authorized to work in the United States and based in Orlando, Florida.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• At least 5 years of experience in electrical engineering design for commercial buildings.
• At least 2 years of experience coordinating with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Experience with project delivery methods such as design-build, design-bid construct, and fast-track.
• Knowledge of local, state, and national codes, and of laws, regulations, and potential liabilities affecting engineering practice.
• Proficiency in Revit MEP and familiarity with other engineering software programs.
• Highly proficient technical and computer skills, including Microsoft O365, internet, and web applications.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, including the ability to convey information verbally, in writing, and graphically.
• Ability to prepare original specifications for project systems and components and complete project manuals with sub-consultant specifications when the company is the prime professional.
• Technical knowledge and hands-on experience sufficient to evaluate electrical engineering options for equipment and component configurations.
• Experience with cost-containment and cost-reduction approaches.
• Ability to meet deadlines, work independently or as part of a team, remain accountable, and maintain focus on objectives and goals.
• Strong attention to detail, thoroughness, high-quality standards, and follow-up skills.
• Ethical, honest, and accountable conduct, including discretion and professionalism when handling confidential or sensitive information.
• Ability to use resources efficiently and monitor project status and details, providing clear and accurate status information.
• Ability to perform necessary job-related functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to travel 10–35% for site investigations, assessments, or client meetings.
• Ability to work extended hours, evenings, and weekends when necessary to meet business deadlines.
• Ability to remain stationary, often standing or sitting, for prolonged periods; regularly use a computer and office equipment; and use hands and fingers to operate a keyboard, mouse, and related components.
• Ability to distinguish colors, shades, and brightness and to perceive depth and spatial relationships.
• May occasionally work near moving mechanical parts or electrical currents, in high places or underground, around fumes, airborne particles or caustic chemicals, outdoors in varying weather, or amid moderate to very loud noise.

Nice To Haves

• Experience designing commercial buildings in aviation, higher education, health care, hospitality, entertainment, or governmental facilities.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Engineer in Training (EIT).

Responsibilities

• Determine the scope of assigned projects and use software to design electrical systems, including lighting, power distribution, emergency generation, fire alarm, security, and other electrical systems.
• Develop cost-effective system layouts, quantities, sizes, and specifications, and verify code compliance.
• Prepare and lay out BIM drawings and coordinate with other disciplines throughout schematic design, design development, permitting, and construction-document phases.
• Perform construction administration tasks, including site observations, shop drawing reviews, and preparation of punch lists.
• Define project scope and ensure it is accurately reflected in contract documents; proactively manage potential scope variances to support client satisfaction and keep projects on track.
• Maintain business relationships and communicate with clients, partners, architects, owners, other design and construction professionals, and code officials about projects, assignments, and action items.
• Support the mentoring of less-experienced electrical designers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Flexible hybrid work options
• Flexible Time Off
• Generous paid holiday schedule
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401k plan with company match
• Employee perks and discounts
• Education assistance and professional development
• Opportunity to work on impactful projects that positively affect local and national communities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level