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Stantec · 6 hours ago

Electrical Engineer - Buildings

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$91K/yr - $132K/yr

10+ years exp

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. They are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer / Project Designer to lead the evaluation and design of electrical systems for various building projects while ensuring compliance with codes and standards.

ArchitectureConsultingInterior DesignProfessional Services

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Creates electrical design documentation for the electrical discipline using direct knowledge of relevant software programs such as Revit / AutoCAD and providing direction to junior staff via markups or other method to convey design intent and expectations

Provides direct supervision to assigned staff to develop staff skills and abilities by providing guidance and mentor to strengthen technical abilities and develop career goals

Leads in the development of a design through sketches, engineering calculations, electronic models, diagrams, and other visual formats

Prepares and reviews documentation in various project phases including site plans, floor plans, diagrams, and details

Coordinates with other building disciplines (architectural, structural, mechanical, civil, etc.) to ensure compatibility with the design intent (either working directly with these other disciplines or by providing guidance / review of junior staff performing this coordination)

Performs advanced calculations of building elements and electrical systems using company standard software and proprietary manufacturer software and has the ability to review and interpret the results provided by others

Performs field work (or reviews field work performed by others) to review existing facility conditions for use in development of site-specific electrical design documents and to review work being performed by contractors

Leads the engineering construction administration duties on projects, including review of shop drawings and submittals, responding to RFIs, and preparation of site observation / punch list reports

Leads in the evaluation and selection of building electrical systems / materials and development of job specific discipline specifications

Attends project coordination meetings with internal team members and/or external consultants

Participates in value engineering and basic cost estimating exercises

Applies technical expertise while leading cross-functional resources to meet project requirements within established timeframes and budget

Provides client consultation, drawing on professional expertise and knowledge of Stantec's services

Nurtures existing client relationships and proactively pursues opportunities for new business

Acts as a resource for staff to all levels in any area of technical expertise and works with junior staff to train them on applicable software programs, knowledge of electrical / building codes, field work, and the processes associated with designing electrical systems

Maintains current knowledge of technologies and trends, as they apply to the applicable project and market types, and continually strengthen skills

Implements sustainable design principles into the building design and surrounding environment

Qualification

Electrical engineering conceptsPower distribution systemsLighting systemsRevitAutoCADLow voltage systemsConstruction administrationSustainable design principlesApplicable codesStandardsClient communicationMentoring junior staffField workTechnical specificationsMicrosoft Office SuiteAGI 32SKMNewformaHealthcare facilitiesLaboratory facilitiesIndustrial facilitiesLEED Green AssociateLEED APInterpersonal skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with a lighting/electrical emphasis required

Professional Engineering license required

Thorough understanding of electrical engineering concepts and ability to effectively communicate ideas to others

Solid understanding and knowledge of power distribution systems, lighting systems, and low voltage systems for the built environment

Experience in the construction industry and/or in-depth knowledge of construction processes, including construction administration roles

Strong understanding of all phases of project document production and the relationship between drawings and specifications

Ability to apply sustainable design principles within projects

Ability to integrate design elements with other disciplines

Knowledge of applicable codes and standards such as NFPA Standards, International Building Codes and Applicable Energy Codes

Strong client communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to participate on multiple overlapping projects and design teams while maintaining project execution and schedule

Ability to recognize when technical problems are developing and initiate appropriate corrective actions

Ability to check work of others for accuracy and completeness and manage time to meet project budget and schedule

Ability to give direction, follow process, and give feedback and suggestions to Junior Engineers and Designers

Ability to participate and collaborate in project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thought

Ability to develop sketches, drawings, building program and other similar material for use by Junior Engineers and Designers

Ability to produce calculations based on project specific parameters, such as load calculations, short circuit studies, and lighting calculations

Ability to produce reports and studies as well as interpret the findings of reports or studies prepared by others

Ability to produce project specific technical specifications independently from an industry or office standard master specification

Working knowledge of Revit and AutoCAD, and the use of it as a drafting/design tool

Requires understanding of Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred

Minimum 10 years of experience in the construction industry preferred

LEED Green Associate or LEED AP preferred

Experience with AGI 32, SKM, Newforma is advantageous

Working knowledge of low voltage systems such as telecommunications, security and fire alarm is advantageous but not required

Experience in healthcare, laboratory and industrial facilities is advantageous but not required

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Wellness program

Health saving accounts

Flexible spending accounts

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase program

Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance

Short-term/long-term disability plans

Emergency travel benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Professional membership fee coverage

Paid family leave

Ten paid holidays in each calendar year

Eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year

Eligible for paid sick leave

Company

Stantec

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Stantec is a professional services company that provides engineering, architecture, design, and consulting services.

Founded in 1954

Edmonton, Alberta, CAN

10001+ employees

http://www.stantec.com

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