Senior Electrical Engineer

IPS•Albany, NY

23d

About The Position

Springtide, a division of IPS, is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join its growing design team based in Albany, New York. Qualified candidates who are not local may also be considered for full-time remote work. The role supports building design projects, including medium- and low-voltage power distribution, fire alarm, backup power generation, and life safety systems. The position is safety-sensitive and designated for field work at client sites, including construction, process, packaging, manufacturing, research, and other non-administrative areas. Travel, if any, depends on project complexity and location.

Requirements

At least 10 years of engineering or design experience in the building design industry, such as lighting systems, fire alarm systems, or branch circuitry.
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent from an accredited four-year college or university.
Expertise using engineering design programs and computer-aided drafting software, including AutoCAD and/or Revit.
General knowledge of electrical system design and applicable codes.

Nice To Haves

Registered Professional Engineer (PE).

Responsibilities

Prepare design computations and quantity estimates, and develop probable construction cost estimates for smaller, less complex projects.
Use computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment, including AutoCAD and Revit, to prepare engineering and design documents.
Modify reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, environmental impact studies, and project designs.
Perform engineering calculations for lighting, power distribution, equipment sizing, and related design work.
Create specialized drawings, such as electrical riser diagrams.
Select equipment based on recommendations from the Project Designer/Engineer and complete equipment schedules.
Provide drawings for own designs and produce sketches for drafters to incorporate into drawings.
Research design options and document findings for the Project Designer/Engineer.
Keep the Project Manager informed about workload, project scope changes, and additional services.
Provide information to the Project Manager for inclusion in specifications.
Research code issues and ask general questions of code officials.
Maintain an organized work area that allows team members efficient access to information.
Ensure drawings and designs comply with company production and design standards.