Electrical Engineer

Harrison Consulting Solutions • San Jose, CA

13h

About The Position

Leading architectural and engineering firm is adding a Senior Electrical Engineer to their San Jose team!

Requirements

• BS or MS degree in electrical engineering
• 12+ years of design experience for a variety of projects (corporate, higher education, or performing arts projects)
• Documented experience providing electrical design to an MEP engineering firm or A/E firm
• PE License
• Extensive knowledge of National Fire Protection Association Codes (NFPA)
• Understanding of applicable (city, state, federal) requirements/pertinent standards
• Knowledge of IECC, LEED and ASHRAE requirements
• Working knowledge of Revit software
• Familiar with electrical analysis software (SKM, Easy Power)
• Knowledge of the current sustainable technologies applicable to the design of commercial electrical systems

Responsibilities

• Prepare scope, budget and staff after assessing project requirements
• Using preliminary review and client meetings, write scope of work for electrical design
• Prepare engineering studies/schematic design for new systems
• Analyze operation of existing systems
• Effectively present complex engineering analysis to owner/design team
• Troubleshoot/resolve complex problems (conflicting design requirements, code issues, varying design options, and difficult condition requirements)
• Research non-routine code issues and obtain interpretations from code officials
• Prepare sketches/system schematics for complicated design tasks
• Prepare calculations including whole building electrical loads, lighting calculations, power distribution calculations, equipment sizing, editing specification sections, and creating punch lists
• Review contractor cost estimates after preparing engineering opinion of probable cost for electrical systems
• Develop/maintain a thorough understanding of construction processes and delivery methods
• Review drawings/documents for compliance
• Mentor/train junior staff

What This Job Offers

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