Electrical Engineering Designer

Summary

Woolpert is an award-winning global leader in architecture, engineering, and geospatial services that combines design excellence with advanced technology. The Electrical Engineering Designer will perform technical electrical engineering work on complex Buildings MEP projects, design and analyze electrical systems, review deliverables, and mentor team members while ensuring safety, sustainability, and compliance with industry standards.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

• We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country the job is located
• 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 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
• Experience with building electrical system design for commercial, mixed-use, aviation, hospitality, and/or high-rise preferred
• Experience in building power systems, lighting design, medium-voltage distribution, SKM analysis, and photometric calculations (AGI or Elumtools preferred)

Qualifications

Must Haves

• We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country the job is located
• 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 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

Nice to Haves

• Experience with building electrical system design for commercial, mixed-use, aviation, hospitality, and/or high-rise preferred
• Experience in building power systems, lighting design, medium-voltage distribution, SKM analysis, and photometric calculations (AGI or Elumtools preferred)

Benefits

• 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
• Continuous learning programs, including workshops, seminars, certifications, and participation in professional membership organizations.
• 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.
• Opportunities to take on new challenges, lead projects, and expand skill sets.