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Electrical Design Engineer – Architecture Firm
General Summary
Our client, a top-tier architecture firm, is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join their design team. The Electrical Design Engineer will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including architectural, structural, and civil engineering, to deliver high-quality electrical system designs. Reporting to a Managing Director or Director, the role involves creating contract and presentation documents to meet client specifications.

Essential Duties
To succeed in this role, the Electrical Design Engineer will:

• Perform engineering duties in planning and designing electrical systems such as power distribution, lighting, and fire alarms for various structures and buildings.

• Contribute to design elements for project completion with clear objectives on plans, surveys, investigations, and structures in collaboration with team members.

• Prepare comprehensive project documentation, including plans, specifications, and due diligence reports.

• Plan and coordinate detailed aspects of engineering work across multiple projects, ensuring timely and budget-conscious project completion.

• Engage with clients, officials, contractors, and project team members to maintain project alignment.

• Correct and update drawings, assist project teams, and ensure adherence to technical policies and procedures.

• Delegate and collaborate with team members, reviewing work for accuracy and quality.

• Support the Project Manager in coordinating project designs with other disciplines, including attendance at project meetings.

• Conduct specific engineering studies and design analyses, assisting the Project Manager in establishing budgets, cost estimates, and project schedules.

• Review shop drawings, record changes, and communicate effectively with suppliers, contractors, and client representatives.

• Conduct on-site inspections as needed.

• Develop one-line diagrams, panel schedules, short circuit calculations, lighting plans, and perform photometric calculations.

• Design fire alarm devices and coordinate low voltage device layouts.

• Prepare electrical drawings using drafters or designers and develop specifications.

• Coordinate designs with vendor-supplied equipment and prepare equipment layouts and general arrangements.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong and versatile building design and presentation skills.

• Proficiency in electrical engineering software such as SKM, AGI, and Visual.

• Solid understanding of the project development process for commercial, retail, and mixed-use buildings.

• Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative team environment.

• Highly organized, detail-driven, and conscientious.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electrical engineering.

• 2-5 years of experience in electrical engineering design, specifically within commercial architecture projects.

Why Join Them?

• Be part of a world-class architecture firm with a commitment to quality and innovation in commercial and mixed-use development.

• Collaborate on high-profile projects that shape urban spaces and commercial environments.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development in a dynamic, supportive environment.
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