Engineer I

Rosendin•San Francisco, CA

9d•$85,200 - $111,900

About The Position

The Engineer I is an entry-level engineering position that develops competency in engineering duties while providing technical design, consultation, information, and assistance to internal and external customers. The role works under the direct supervision of an Engineering Team Lead or Manager to help ensure projects comply with engineering standards. The position may collaborate with or oversee Designers assigned to its work or team, and works with project teams, architects, contractors, and senior engineers. Travel is up to 10%, not including local field visits. The work is primarily indoors, in a general office environment, with occasional job-site visits.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architectural engineering, or construction sciences, or equivalent experience; education, training, and relevant experience may be combined.
Ability to learn engineering analysis programs for short circuits, overcurrent coordination, and arc-flash mitigation, such as SKM and E-Tap.
Ability to develop familiarity with codes and energy-efficiency requirements.
Ability to learn and become competent in Autodesk, Microsoft Office (including Outlook, Word, and Excel), and illuminance software.
Ability to manage multiple tasks under a supervisor’s direction.
Ability to meet deadlines and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Ability to be self-motivated, proactive, and an effective team player.
Ability to interact effectively and professionally.
Competencies include teamwork, productivity, and strategic thinking.

Responsibilities

Review, comment on, and process equipment and system submittals.
Coordinate work among architectural, structural, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical trades.
Prepare, check, and specify power, lighting, and auxiliary system designs.
Develop power single-line diagrams and model short-circuit and overcurrent-protection coordination studies.
Coordinate engineering work with project specifications and equipment buy-out.
Visit job sites under supervision to survey existing electrical conditions.
Learn and use engineering analysis programs under the supervision of a senior engineer to analyze loads, lighting levels, and short-circuit currents.
Participate in project team meetings and interface with team members, architects, and mechanical contractors or engineers.
Work with the engineering supervisor to understand design criteria and budgetary issues.
Develop skills in identifying drawing interpretation problems, conflicts, interferences, and errors.
Assist senior engineers with reviewing plans, technical specifications, contract documents, and estimates.
Assist senior engineers with field observations, design interpretations, and design updates during construction.
May oversee or collaborate with Designers assigned to the work or team.
Perform other responsibilities assigned based on the position’s role within the business unit.