Sr Electrical Project Engineer

Hga • Milwaukee, WI

110d • $101,200 - $123,600

About The Position

HGA is seeking a seasoned Senior Electrical Project Engineer to join our growing team in the Midwest. This role promises the opportunity to work as part of dynamic, interdisciplinary teams, crafting high-performance and forward-thinking environments. Your work will have a lasting impact on the communities we serve, and you will contribute to shaping various building types with thoughtful, sustainable design.

Requirements

• BS or MS degree in electrical engineering.
• 12+ years of experience in the design of power systems for healthcare, commercial and/or government project types.
• Professional licensure is required.
• Documented experience with a consulting engineering firm or A/E firm providing electrical design.
• Expertise in National Fire Protection Association Codes (NFPA) and an understanding of applicable (city, state, federal) requirements (such as Title 24 and HCAI) and pertinent standards.
• Knowledge of IECC, LEED and ASHRAE requirements is essential.
• Proficiency with Revit software.
• Familiarity with electrical analysis software (i.e. SKM, Easy Power, Helioscope) and knowledge of the current sustainable technologies applicable to the design of commercial electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Assess the requirements of a project, break a project into tasks and work with the design team to determine scope, budget, and staffing.
• Write scopes of work for electrical design based on preliminary review and meetings with the client.
• Present complex engineering analysis clearly and effectively to owner and design teams.
• Be skilled in electrical design, with expertise in collaborating with owners to define the Owner's project requirements.
• Conduct building load calculations, analyze power distribution, size equipment, and edit specifications.
• Document existing conditions and perform complex and detailed troubleshooting.
• Resolve a variety of complex problems, i.e. conflicting design requirements, code issues, varying design options, and difficult condition requirements.
• Prepare engineering studies and schematic design for new systems and analyze operation of existing systems.
• Work with building performance team to design and integrate alternative energy sources into the electrical distribution to create sustainable designs.
• Review drawings and documents to assure compliance with company design and production standards.
• Research non-routine code issues and obtain interpretations from code officials.
• Produce sketches and system schematics for complicated design tasks.
• Prepare engineering opinion of probable cost for electrical systems and review contractor cost estimates.
• Make calculations using engineering formulas and skills for Electrical designs such as whole building electrical loads, lighting calculations, power distribution calculations, equipment sizing, editing specification sections, and creating punch lists.
• Leverage the power of Revit as a design tool.
• Assist in the education and development of design staff and act as a resource for questions.

Benefits

• Annual bonus and success sharing bonus program.
• 401(k) guaranteed contribution.
• Paid parental leave.
• Medical, dental and life insurance plans.
• PTO and short- and long-term disability programs.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree