Electrical Engineering Designer

Woolpert is hiring an Electrical Engineer Designer to join our dynamic Buildings MEP team. This position will report to the Electrical Engineering Team Leader and will be responsible for performing electrical engineering technical work on various complex projects, mentoring staff, applying proficiency in designing, analyzing, and reviewing systems to ensure safety, sustainability, and compliance with industry standards.

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What You Will Do:

• Perform electrical engineering technical work for complex projects
• Develop and modify models, plans, details, and drawings of electrical engineering systems and components according to established standards and modeling techniques.
• Perform electrical design for various systems including medium-voltage distribution, microgrids, photovoltaic, battery systems, building power systems, lighting design, and low voltage systems.
• Assist with technical review and provide high quality deliverables.
• Perform electrical calculations including SKM analysis, arc flash, and photometric calculations (AGI or Elumtools preferred)
• Interpret, define, organize, execute and coordinate engineering assignments.
• Provide technical direction and support for multiple projects of considerable scope and complexity.
• Apply or develop advanced theories, concepts, principles and processes in execution of quality deliverables that meet project/deliverable specifications.
• Provide technical expertise and support in the project definition and planning phases.
• Communicate new scientific methods, developments and practices through appropriate firm channels.
• Develop and document standard practices and coaches and mentors other team members in skill development areas.
• Act as technical expertise and representative of the firm at various functions, as needed.
• Conduct training sessions for internal staff.
• Participate in firm-wide quality initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Personal & Professional Growth

At Woolpert we place a high value on personal and professional growth, offering various opportunities for development within the engineering team:

• Team members have access to continuous learning programs, including workshops, seminars, certifications, and participation in professional membership organizations. This allows our engineers to stay abreast of the latest industry trends and technologies, broaden their expertise, and network with industry peers.
• Mentorship programs where senior engineers guide and support junior staff, providing invaluable insights and fostering a culture of knowledge sharing.
• Career advancement through personalized career path planning and regular performance evaluations, ensuring that each team member's progress is recognized and rewarded.
• Opportunities to take on new challenges, lead projects, and expand skill sets, further enhancing personal and professional capabilities.

What You Will Bring:

• Minimum of 3 years related experience
• Experience in building power systems, lighting design, medium-voltage distribution, SKM analysis, and photometric calculations (AGI or Elumtools preferred).
• Experience with building electrical system design for commercial, mixed-use, aviation, hospitality, and/or high-rise preferred.
• Experience designing sustainable building systems, including familiarity with LEED, Green Building Institute, or other sustainability credentialing.
• Substantial experience designing in Autodesk Revit 3-D modeling software and directing the preparation of construction documents.
• Experience conducting QAQC and coordination of design documents between disciplines.
• Must be able to read, analyze and interpret complex documents including scientific and technical journals.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for both internal and external relationships.
• Must be able to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries from clients, regulatory agencies, and/or members of the business community.
• Willing to travel to project sites or offices, as needed.

Benefits You Will Love

Certified as a Great Place to Work, Woolpert is one of the fastest-growing architecture, engineering, and geospatial companies in the world. With over 75 offices and countless projects around the globe, you’ll work on meaningful assignments that improve quality of life around the world. In addition to offering competitive pay, we provide employees with a robust set of unique benefits, including:

• Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
• Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
• Flexible paid time off/vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team.
• Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Cover all your medical bases.
• Paid sick time, retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, pet insurance, identity protection, technology stipend, employee assistance program, and more!