MEP - Electrical Project Engineer

Greenberg Farrow•Reston, VA

About The Position

The Electrical Project Engineer reports to a Managing Director and receives specific and detailed instructions to produce contract and presentation documents.

Requirements

Strong and versatile building design and presentation skills.
Proficiency with current versions of Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, PowerPoint, MS Word, and MS Excel.
Proficiency with HVAC load calculation software such as HAP, CHVAC, and Trace 3D Plus.
Proficiency with duct sizing software.
Sound knowledge and understanding of the project development process within the commercial and retail marketplace, including construction.
Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative team environment.
Highly organized, detail-driven, and conscientious.
Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering.
6-8 years of experience.
A PE license or the ability to acquire one within 6 months of employment is required.

Responsibilities

Perform engineering duties in planning and designing HVAC and plumbing systems to be used in constructing various structures, systems, or equipment.
Assists in the various design elements to complete a project, system, or component with other team members with clear and specified objectives involving conventional types of plans, surveys, investigations, structures, and/or equipment.
Assists in preparing complete project documentation including plans, specifications, due diligence reports, etc.
Plans and coordinates detailed aspects of engineering work; work on multiple projects of moderate size or portions of major projects using time efficiently to stay within budget and deliver on time.
Interacts and collaborates with clients, officials, contractors, and other project team members.
Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all employees, management, and clients.
Correct and update drawings and assist the project team and other staff members as required.
Ensures that company technical policies and procedures are practiced during the execution of projects for clients.
Delegation of work tasks and collaboration with subordinate staff, monitoring and reviewing delegated work for accuracy.
Assists Project Managers in coordinating project designs with other disciplines, including attendance at project meetings.
Performs specific engineering studies and design analyses and assists Project Managers in establishing budgets, cost estimates, and project schedules.
Review shop drawings, record changes, and communicate directly with suppliers, contractors, and client representatives as required.
Performs on-site inspections as required.
Perform heating and cooling load calculations with industry software such as Trace 3D Plus, CHVAC, and HAP.
Select and schedule equipment with oversight by senior staff.
Layout air and water side systems on drawings.
Coordinate with other disciplines for HVAC installations.
Prepare mechanical drawings using designers or drafters and develop specifications.
Coordinate design with vendor supplied equipment.
Prepare equipment layouts and general arrangements.