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Electrical Design Engineer I

 

 

Classification: Non-Exempt                    

Type: Full Time

Location: Bend, OR or Monterey, CA

Salary Range: $33 - $40 hourly

 

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE

 

This position, under supervisory direction, is responsible for completing detailed designs, including preparing drawings and specifications, completing or assisting with completing technical calculations, coordinating work within the Engineering team and other outside disciplines, and managing the submittal review process and other contract administration activities associated with the construction phase services.

 

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Design basic electrical systems with guidance, including normal, emergency, and backup power electrical distribution systems, lighting and lighting control systems, and special systems, including fire alarm, nurse calls, etc.

  • Stay current on industry technology developments that could be applied to project design.

  • Objectively compare and discuss alternative design solutions with others.

  • Develop knowledge of and the ability to incorporate the requirements of applicable building and energy codes and standards into the project design.

  • Assist with analysis of project electrical load requirements to inform electrical system design approach, sizing, and requirements.

  • Assist with field investigations and assessing existing equipment and systems and learn about available capacities and actions necessary to integrate new systems with existing ones.

  • Assist with performing calculations on basic electrical and lighting required to design systems that adhere to utility company requirements, the AHJ, and all applicable code requirements.

  • Assist with the sizing, selecting, and scheduling of electrical distribution system components and equipment.

  • Learn to size, layout, and coordinate requirements of electrical and IT equipment rooms, equipment yards, generator rooms, and other electrical equipment spaces, accounting for working clearances, constructible installation, and equipment service requirements.

  • Assist with power, lighting, and low voltage device layouts, designing branch circuiting, basic lighting controls, and preparing panel schedules.

  • Gain an understanding of basic electrical distribution systems, including required system components, equipment sizing and selection, and feeder sizing for various types of electrical systems. Assist with the development of basic single line diagrams and electrical schedules.

  • Learn basic lighting design fundamentals, including fixture selection and layout, illuminance levels, egress, and other code requirements. Develop an understanding of lighting control systems and applicable code requirements as they relate to each project. Assist with lighting fixture and lighting control device layouts and scheduling.

  • Assist with Coordinating, collaborating, and communicating project requirements with the project architect, contractors, and other engineering disciplines.

  • Review other discipline design drawings to learn about required coordination, including architectural, mechanical, structural, and civil.

  • Proficient in two-dimensional design in AutoCAD and three-dimensional design in Revit, following company standards.

  • Adhere to ColeBreit Engineering's design and technical standards, including incorporating quality control processes.

  • Learn the process and assist with reviewing and commenting on basic Contractor product data submittals and shop drawings.

  • Perform complex mathematical functions and apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

  • Assist with responding to Contractor construction questions and understand potential future impacts of responses to the design team.

  • Assist with construction site walk-throughs, initially with a senior designer or engineer, and write clear and concise field observation reports.

  • Maintain strict adherence to confidentiality of client and business operations information.

  • Safely use all equipment and materials. Follow established safety procedures, use appropriate safeguards, and observe common-sense safety rules in all on-the-job activities.

  • Contribute to a collaborative work environment, and promote cooperation, commitment, and accountability within the team to achieve short- and long-range team goals in line with the company's mission, vision, and values.

  • Communicate clearly, actively listen and build relationships of trust both internally and externally.

  • Maintain and develop professional and technical knowledge by participating in/utilizing in-house educational training/materials and establishing and maintaining professional networks.

  • Communicate any known violation of any office policy, code, safety policy, or law immediately to leadership.

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SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

None

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WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in the home office in which they are assigned.

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TRAVEL

This position often requires local travel (within 50 miles of home office) and occasionally requires travel outside of 50 miles from home office.

 

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor's Degree in electrical engineering or related field (as appropriate for position) from an ABET accredited institution.

  • Experience in MEP consulting, showing skills at the project level.

  • Knowledge in electrical systems design, system alternatives, and renewable energy systems.

  • Excellent organizational and time management skills and the ability to prioritize in a fluid changing environment.

  • Must be organized, flexible, independent, and self-motivated, enthusiastic, dependable, detail-oriented.

  • Ability to foster a collaborative work environment and lead team efforts by promoting cooperation, commitment, and accountability within the team to achieve short- and long-range team goals in line with the company's mission, vision, and values.

  • Ability to develop and maintain appropriate relationships with superiors, peers, colleagues, clients, and vendors.

  • Proficient written and verbal communication skills, including accurate grammar and business correspondence knowledge.

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Preferred Education and Experience

EIT preferred, with intent to obtain a professional engineering license within four (4) years.

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OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of the employee's activities, duties, or responsibilities to do this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

 

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the position's essential functions.

 

As a woman-owned firm, we value diversity. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), age, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

EOE/M/F/D/V/SO 

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To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to jobs@colebreit.com.

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