Engineer II

Rosendin•Abilene, TX

About The Position

The Engineer II is a mid-level engineering position that provides technical engineering information and support to senior engineers, helping ensure projects meet project requirements, engineering standards, applicable codes, and specifications. The role applies electrical engineering concepts—including power distribution, lighting, grounding, energy conservation, and value engineering—to develop constructible project designs. The Engineer II may lead projects of limited scope and oversee junior engineers, designers, and other assigned staff. The position may include on-site field assignments and travel of up to 25%, excluding local field visits.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architectural engineering, or construction sciences, or equivalent experience; education, training, and relevant experience may be combined.
Typically requires a minimum of 2 years of engineering experience.
Working electrical engineering knowledge, including power distribution, lighting, grounding, energy conservation, and value engineering for constructible projects.
Competent in the majority of Engineer I skills.
Proficiency with analytical programs for short-circuit and overcurrent coordination, and arc-flash analysis programs.
Fluency with applicable codes and working knowledge of energy-efficiency requirements.
Proficiency in Autodesk, Microsoft Office (including Outlook, Word, and Excel), and illumination software.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and changing priorities.
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 with employees at all levels, vendors, clients, and others.
Willingness to travel up to 25%, excluding local field visits.

Nice To Haves

Engineer-in-Training completion; candidates are encouraged to pursue Professional Engineer registration.
LEED AP® credential.
High-rise residential, commercial, or data center experience.

Responsibilities

Oversee junior engineers, designers, and staff assigned to the work or team, and lead projects of limited scope.
Review, comment on, and process equipment and system submittals in coordination with the Engineer of Record.
Generate electrical specifications appropriate for the project.
Develop complete and accurate sequences of operations for designed systems.
Apply working knowledge of equipment and system testing and commissioning.
Coordinate design with architectural, structural, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical trades.
Prepare, check, and specify power, lighting, and auxiliary systems.
Prepare power system single-line diagrams, including feeder and overcurrent protection sizing and equipment elevations.
Conduct short-circuit, overcurrent protection device coordination, and arc-flash mitigation studies.
Perform calculations for distribution capacity involving voltage drop, voltage droop, or underground heat effects using Neher-McGrath.
Coordinate work with project specifications or equipment buy-out.
Visit job sites to survey existing electrical conditions; assignments may include on-site field work.
Use engineering analysis programs and professional judgment to analyze loads, lighting levels, and short-circuit currents.
Conduct value engineering functions.
Attend project design team meetings and interface with project team members, particularly clients, architects, and mechanical contractors or engineers.
Research and resolve drawing interpretation problems, conflicts, interferences, and errors.
Represent the design group during construction and provide the operations team with timely information for installation, including attending Owner and Contractor meetings.
Perform other responsibilities assigned based on the position's role within the business unit.