ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS DESIGNER POSITION

 

LSW Engineers Arizona, Inc. is a consulting engineering firm specializing in the design of mechanical, plumbing, electrical and technology systems with a 70+ year history of providing reliable and energy efficient design solutions for various building types, such as educational, medical, justice, mission critical, aviation, and governmental. We are currently seeking electrical systems designers for our electrical department in our Phoenix, Arizona office. We offer competitive wages, an employer funded profit sharing plan, 401k plan with employer safe-harbor contributions, an excellent work environment, and the opportunity to expand and improve professional skills.

 

Description:

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Perform as a critical design team member in electrical systems development and coordination for construction design projects. This position requires interaction with the firm’s project team members (designers and engineers from the mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and technology systems disciplines), as well as architects, consultants, clients, and contractors to identify project requirements, develop engineering concepts, and present options and recommendations in order to meet the project requirements. Demonstrate a trustworthy presence through your professionalism, demeanor, and technical knowledge.

 

Responsibilities:

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Apply strong technical design skills and knowledge to produce accurate and timely project deliverables. Support project requirements with client interface, field investigation, basis of design narratives, development of electrical construction design documents that comply with all applicable codes and standards, review submittals, and support the project through construction completion. Responsibilities will include:

• Design projects in Revit and AutoCAD for compliance with city, state, and national building codes, compliance with owner standards, and industry construction standards. (NEC, NFPA, IECC, IBC, LEED, etc.)

• Meet with and interact with clients and project stakeholders.

• Communicate with manufacturers and contractors to stay abreast of the latest trends and electrical systems technology.

• Coordinate and perform construction administration tasks internally & externally, enabling a successful project outcome.

 

Required Knowledge and Skills:

 

• Excellent skills designing electrical systems. The following list are minimum knowledge and skills standards: 

  • Lighting and control, power, power distribution, HVAC coordination, food service equipment coordination, fire alarm, etc.

• Experience in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry.

• Working knowledge of current versions of Revit and AutoCAD.

• Ability to apply logic, reasoning, and organizational skills to structure concepts & ideas into deliverables.

• Working knowledge of COMcheck and applicable energy codes.

• Working knowledge with NEC and NFPA Code Standards.

• Working knowledge of Excel, OneNote, Word, etc.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Ability to work well within a team structure.

• Ability to learn & grow professionally.

• Demonstrate a strong work ethic.

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This position is in office. If you are interested in this position, please send your resume and cover letter to electricalcareer@lswphx.com. No calls please.