Electrical Engineer Level

Who We Are

At PRIME, a culture of empathy, trust, and belonging are foundational. This is integral in our approach to recruiting, developing, and retaining the best people in the industry. Our growth mindset drives us to embrace challenges and discover what sparks inspiration for creative solutions. PRIME is compelled to keep evolving, and creating new opportunities for those who perform. Our comprehensive services cover the entire lifecycle of a project, capabilities include electrical construction, service and maintenance, underground, utilities services, renewable energy, and low voltage technology solutions.

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About The Role

Under minimal supervision, provide technical design, consultation, information, and assistance to internal and external customers to ensure that projects comply with all engineering standards. This role will lead major projects working with and supervising more junior engineers. Work will be completed in concert with the stated project requirements, all current codes, as well as Prime Electric Engineering Standards. The engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, and producing permits and construction documents for electrical systems.

What You Will Do

Power distribution design including planning and implementing the electrical power delivery system from the utility service to the various loads within a building or facilitySignal design planning and implementation of systems that transmit data, control signals, alarms and communications within a facilityLighting design focusing on the selection, placement and control of lighting fixtures to achieve the desired illumination for functional and aesthetic purposesSingle Line Diagrams providing a graphical representation of an electrical power system with a facilityPanel and Equipment schedules details and listing electrical circuits connected to specific distribution equipmentTitle 24 Energy Documentation to company with applicable State Energy Efficiency Standards Visit job sites to conduct field investigationsPerform voltage drop, load, and demand calculations Coordinate with other construction trades and disciplines as neededBack check of own work for accuracy and completeness before submission to others Perform coordination between architectural, structural, mechanical, plumbing, process and all electrical tradesCoordinate work with the project specifications or equipment buy-outReview electrical equipment submittals such as lighting, gear, generator, UPS, etc. during the construction phase of projectsConduct performance power studies including fault, coordination and arc flashAttend project design team meetings; interface with various team members, particularly the client, architect, and mechanical contractor/engineer Research and resolve drawing interpretation problems, conflicts, interferences, and errors Document and archive work pursuant to Prime Electric standardsAdhere to the PRIME Safety Program, complying with safety regulations, procedures and safe work practicesMaintain a physical presence onsite and provide assistance to specific groups, managers and project management teams as neededPerforms other duties as requested; duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice

What You Will Need To Be Successful

Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering, and 7 to 10 years’ experience in electrical systems design; or equivalent combination of education and experienceProfessional Engineer Licensure (PE) requiredProficient in MS Word & Excel Experience with Autodesk AutoCAD, Revit & Navis ManageExpert knowledge of the NEC as well as building codes and ordinancesExpert knowledge and experience with power and lighting designBroad knowledge of sustainable design and LEED Documentation

Our Benefits

100% coverage for Medical, Dental, and Vision, including dependents, with no premium cost to the employee401k Program w/ Direct Benefit100% Employer-paid Life InsuranceProfit Sharing and Discretionary Bonus ProgramEducation/ Training Reimbursement BenefitPaid Time off and Holiday Time OffPRIME Electric does not engage with or utilize recruiting or placement agencies for any recruiting or hiring needs. PRIME hiring managers are not authorized to review or accept resume referrals from any agencies

This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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