Senior Electrical Designer at City Building Engineering Services
New York, NY
About the Job
SUMMARY OF POSITION
The Electrical Engineer is responsible for the creation of full electrical plans and specifications for permit and construction of new or remodeled supermarket stores or other commercial facilities, or for capital maintenance projects in those facilities. The electrical engineer is also responsible for the review of electrical construction documents prepared by other of our client’s engineering consultants to assure conformance to the client’s criteria plans and to work with our clients to update existing design criteria for improved performance or cost-effectiveness. As part of this work, the electrical engineer shall assure that all electrical design elements are properly coordinated with other building systems.
Primary Responsibilities
Perform red-line reviews of electrical plans and specifications prepared by our client’s consulting engineers for conformance to criteria plans and specifications
Prepare complete electrical construction plans and specifications, size and select electrical power distribution equipment, and detail the layout of equipment in the defined electrical/mechanical space
Coordinate the electrical design with the client’s mechanical, refrigeration, automatic temperature control systems and with other building equipment or fixtures
Coordinate the electrical design with the client’s outside architectural or MEPR teams
Coordinate with electric utilities for proper design, selection and location of metering equipment and switchgear.
Prepare and issue complete electrical installation bid packages.
Conduct on-site due-diligence assessments and prepare documentation of existing electrical equipment and installations with reuse or replace recommendations
Coordinate and resolve equipment quality, delivery and installation issues with the project manager, purchasing department, vendors, and contractors
Conduct on-site inspections of new installations for conformance to plans and specifications. Issue deficiency reports and coordinate with the project manager for correction of deficiencies.
Work with our clients to update existing design criteria for improved means and methods for performance, cost, and quality.
Ability to travel up to 15%
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with a minimum of 3-5 years’ experience with electrical engineering design in a retail construction setting
P.E. preferred
Previous experience with supermarkets and refrigeration equipment preferred
Ability to analyze/redline electrical plans and provide solutions for improved performance and cost-effectiveness
Strong oral and written communication skills to include direct customer interaction
Knowledge of National Electrical Code (NFPA 70) and applicable building codes.
AutoCAD experience required
Pay Information:
$120,000.00+ABOUT CBES
City Building Engineering Services (CBES) is a leading integrated professional services firm supporting technical requirements and sustainable solutions for the retail and related industries. Utilizing our vast array of in-house resources, CBES experts tackle the most challenging projects from inception to completion, including project design, engineering, construction and commissioning. Our integrated team provides unique value serving our clients and our climate.
WHY SHOULD YOU WORK AT CBES?
CBES is part of a global network of leading professional services, infrastructure management, and data-driven sustainability solutions firms for starters. We offer a generous benefits package that includes 28 days of PTO along with a 401(k) with immediate vesting and company match.
We don’t just hire anyone at CBES; we’re looking for team members with a deep sense of responsibility, an ability to collaborate, a desire to learn and grow, a willingness to always lend a helping hand.
When you join CBES, you’re committing to making a difference. We make a commitment to you too – helping you embark on a career with purpose! Whether through our world-classes training or our Leadership Development framework – CBES cares passionately about the people we hire and ensures that growth is always on the horizon.
Wondering if this is the place for you to take the next step in your career? If you put clients first, care passionately about what you do and are committed to working on a team that respects each other, this is the place for you!
So, if you’re ready to get started, let’s go!
CBES is An Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company has a Drug-Free Workplace Policy in effect that is strictly adhered to.
