Electrical Engineer III - Facility Design

Merrick & Company • Albuquerque, NM

55d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer to join our team in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Merrick & Company is a nationally known multi-office and multi-discipline firm consisting of a diverse, dedicated and talented staff which has achieved design excellence throughout its 60+ years of existence. With offices worldwide, Merrick & Company has been ranked as one of the top 100 design firms by Engineering News Record. Merrick provides personalized services to various clients throughout the world. A hybrid schedule will be supported.

The Electrical Engineer will be responsible for all phases of engineering production and BIM for a variety of work ranging from programming through construction administration. This includes interpreting, organizing, executing and coordinating the design and production effort for one or more large or complex projects. Additionally, this engineer will:
Design electrical systems for facilities for Sandia National Lab, Government, and private clients.
Provide conceptual / detailed design for facility power distribution (<=600V), site power distribution (<=15kV), emergency power generation, grounding and lightning protection, lighting design, telecommunications (voice/data), fire alarm / mass notification, security, access control, and special systems.
Provide supporting documentation such as calculations, reports, and specifications.
Meet with clients to prepare and/or validate proposed scope of work.
Prepare fee proposals for engineering design work.
Work with other engineering disciplines to ensure accuracy of the package, meet schedule, and budget commitments and meet expectations for attendance and punctuality.
Write and edit specifications
Work in a design team environment, including directing and mentoring the work of junior engineers and designers, and delegating work as required as well as provide management of the local team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical or architectural engineering from an ABET accredited institution.
• Eight (8) years of experience in facility electrical engineering design
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license is required
• Proficient in using REVIT/AutoCAD.
• Extensive knowledge of electrical regulatory codes such as NEC, NESC, NFPA, IEE.
• Successful candidates must be self-starting, motivated, innovative, articulate, self-disciplined, and confident in a demanding, exciting and fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Excel & Word.
• Ability to travel as needed.
• Client projects for this position require U.S. Citizenship.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using electrical calculation tools is desired, including lighting software such as AGi32, Elum Tools, and power software such as SKM Power Tools, ETAP, or EasyPower.
• Experience with Sandia National Lab, Department of Defense clients.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems for facilities for Sandia National Lab, Government, and private clients.
• Provide conceptual / detailed design for facility power distribution (<=600V), site power distribution (<=15kV), emergency power generation, grounding and lightning protection, lighting design, telecommunications (voice/data), fire alarm / mass notification, security, access control, and special systems.
• Provide supporting documentation such as calculations, reports, and specifications.
• Meet with clients to prepare and/or validate proposed scope of work.
• Prepare fee proposals for engineering design work.
• Work with other engineering disciplines to ensure accuracy of the package, meet schedule, and budget commitments and meet expectations for attendance and punctuality.
• Write and edit specifications
• Work in a design team environment, including directing and mentoring the work of junior engineers and designers, and delegating work as required as well as provide management of the local team.

Benefits

• Employee Ownership – All eligible U.S. employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), sharing in the company’s success.
• Comprehensive Compensation & Benefits – Merrick & Company offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including health insurance, dental and vision coverage, and paid time off (PTO).
• Robust Referral Program – Earn incentives for referring top talent to join our team.
• Performance Reviews – Annual reviews to recognize contributions and support career growth.
• Professional Development – Access to ongoing training and development opportunities to build your skills and advance your career.
• Employee Recognition – Formal programs to celebrate achievements and outstanding performance.
• Peer Mentor Program – Get support and guidance through structured mentorship opportunities.
• And More – Additional programs and benefits designed to support your success and well-being.

What This Job Offers

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