About the Role
Leading architectural and engineering firm is adding a Senior Electrical Engineer to their San Francisco team.
Responsibilities
- Prepare scope, budget, and staff after assessing project requirements.
- Write scope of work for electrical design using preliminary review and client meetings.
- Prepare engineering studies and schematic designs for new systems.
- Analyze the operation of existing systems.
- Effectively present complex engineering analysis to owners and design teams.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex problems, including conflicting design requirements, code issues, varying design options, and difficult condition requirements.
- Research non-routine code issues and obtain interpretations from code officials.
- Prepare sketches and system schematics for complicated design tasks.
- Prepare calculations for whole building electrical loads, lighting, power distribution, and equipment sizing.
- Edit specification sections and create punch lists.
- Review contractor cost estimates after preparing engineering opinion of probable cost for electrical systems.
- Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of construction processes and delivery methods.
- Review drawings and documents for compliance.
- Mentor and train junior staff.
Requirements
- BS or MS degree in electrical engineering.
- 12+ years of design experience for a variety of projects (corporate, higher education, or performing arts projects).
- Documented experience providing electrical design to an MEP engineering firm or A/E firm.
- PE License.
- Extensive knowledge of National Fire Protection Association Codes (NFPA).
- Understanding of applicable city, state, and federal requirements/pertinent standards.
- Knowledge of IECC, LEED, and ASHRAE requirements.
- Working knowledge of Revit software.
- Familiarity with electrical analysis software (SKM, Easy Power).
- Knowledge of current sustainable technologies applicable to the design of commercial electrical systems.
- Must be authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship.
Skills
- Electrical design
- Project scope and budget preparation
- Engineering studies and schematic design
- System analysis
- Complex problem-solving
- Code research and interpretation
- Revit software
- Electrical analysis software (SKM, Easy Power)
- Sustainable technologies
Location
- San Francisco
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Senior
- 12+ years
Education Level
- BS or MS degree in electrical engineering
Salary/Compensations
- Commensurate with experience
About the Company
- Leading architectural and engineering firm.
Equal Opportunity
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
