Senior Electrical Design Engineer- Distribution Engineering

ECF Engineering Consultants is hiring Senior Distribution Electrical Engineers to lead the design and engineering of complex electrical distribution projects. The role also supports construction oversight, project administration, code compliance, and supervision of design staff.

Responsibilities:

• Perform a lead role in the design, preparation of specifications, administration functions, or field engineering related to assigned engineering projects under the supervision of the incumbent’s immediate supervisor or other designated professional engineer
• Design of engineered systems of the largest size and highest complexity. Activities shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
• Preliminary design and budgetary estimate
• Detailed design and estimates
• Equipment specification and inventory
• Engineering calculations to assure the safety and performance of equipment and systems using Pole Foreman or another design tool
• Possible field visits and other data to accomplish the design
• Checking completed job for adequacy of design and documentation
• Monitor the project construction activities to ensure compliance with plans and specifications. Activities may include, but not be limited to, the following:
• Act as Resident Engineer on small-sized projects. Interpret plans and specifications and apply available information to ensure all project design requirements are met
• Maintain familiarity with appropriate engineering and construction codes and ensure compliance with all codes
• Prepare and/or monitor construction schedules to ensure timely completion of the work
• Institute and direct changes to the work when required by differing site conditions
• Conduct on-site design or investigation work to ensure adequacy of contractor’s methods
• Serve as project engineer or project manager on assigned projects
• Promote efficient flow of information and ensure complete and accurate record keeping
• Be familiar with the Client/Company’s drawing system and design and construction standards, as well as applicable industry codes and practices
• Work independently based on general instructions, directions, or objectives received from the Project Manager or Supervisor
• Provide direct supervision to staff designers and technicians
• Must possess sound technical and engineering design/planning skills, computer and financial/project management skills
• Able to analyze results and develop conclusions on problems
• Maintain a program of personal study to expand and improve technical and analytical skills
• Keep supervision informed of the status of all projects relative to pre-established expectations
• Able to work independently and with others while maintaining a high level of initiative and self-motivation
• Interpret plans and specifications and apply available information to ensure that all project design requirements are satisfied
• Maintain familiarity with appropriate engineering and construction codes and ensure compliance with all codes

Requirements:

• Self-starter and outgoing personality traits
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Ability to take direction and act independently
• Strong communications and organization skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and stay organized
• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering in a related field from an accredited University
• 6 - 10 years of experience in engineering of related projects
• Strong understanding and knowledge of industry and national codes and standards, including but not limited to NESC and IEEE
• Experience with system design software, CADD, and Microsoft Office products required
• Strong analytical and management skills
• Electrical Professional Engineer's license desired (State of Florida or Georgia)