Electrical Designer

Electrical Designer (Hybrid)

Job Summary / Responsibilities:

Reports to: Senior Engineer and/or Office Director

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform calculations for circuit sizing, lighting levels, equipment sizing, building loads and similar analysis

• Design of:

• Lighting systems

• Lighting controls

• Receptacle layout and placement

• Lighting and power receptacle circuiting

• Branch circuit panel boards

• Fire alarm device placement

• Nurse call and specialty device placement

• Input design into Revit Model for above systems

• Coordinate with manufacturers for the above systems

• Maintenance and input of electrical Revit model including:

• Connectivity of systems

• Drawing notes

• Schedules

• Details

• Panel board load sheet automation

• Receive markups from senior staff and enter data into Revit

• Produce minor markups at times for corrections and design

• Self-evaluate drawings for corrections as needed prior to Senior Engineering or EOR Review.

• Coordinate with mechanical trade designers for design of power feeds to mechanical equipment

• Coordinate with Fire Protection designers for power feeds and fire alarm interface

• Communicate effectively with teammates for inter-trade design coordination

• Communicate effectively with senior staff and management for design process and schedule

• Communicate effectively with architects to coordinate locations of fixtures, devices, and equipment

• Visit project sites to gather information on existing conditions during the design phase

• Visit construction sites during construction phase to review and observe ongoing construction and resolve contractor questions

• Review contractor submittals and compare to design schedule and specifications

• Review contractor requests for information (RFI) and provide suggested responses based on knowledge of design intent

Qualifications and Experience:

• 2-4 years of Electrical Design work including working knowledge of electrical systems for commercial, healthcare, institutional, and/or industrial buildings
• Experience performing electrical calculations including circuit sizing, lighting levels, equipment sizing, and building load calculations
• Proficiency in Autodesk Revit for electrical design, including lighting, power, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems
• Ability to develop and maintain electrical models, including panel schedules, load calculations, details, and drawing notes
• Familiarity with lighting controls, receptacle layouts, branch circuiting, and panel board design
• Understanding of fire alarm systems, nurse call systems, and other specialty/low-voltage systems
• Ability to interpret and incorporate markups and direction from senior engineers and engineers of record (EOR)
• Experience coordinating electrical design with mechanical, fire protection, and architectural disciplines
• Knowledge of applicable electrical codes and standards (NEC, NFPA, local building codes)
• Ability to review submittals and RFIs and provide input consistent with design intent
• Strong attention to detail and ability to self-check drawings prior to senior review
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for coordination with internal teams, architects, and contractors
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet project deadlines in a fast-paced design environment
• Willingness to travel to project and construction sites as needed

Education

• Associate or bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant electrical design experience may be considered

Location: Bloomington, MN / Hybrid

Travel: Up to 10%

Compensation & Benefits:

The expected base salary range for this role is $75,000 - $85,000 USD per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location.

This role is also eligible for performance-based bonu