Lead/Manager Electrical Engineer - Power Distribution/Instrumentation

We are looking for an Electrical Engineer – Lead/Manager for Power Distribution and Instrumentation Systems. This position requires leadership, attention to detail and collaborative project engineering skills. AMTS is a dynamic and collaborative work environment that promotes excellence, and we are committed to investing in our staff’s long-term success.

Roles and Responsibilities

The Electrical Engineer will develop designs for building and equipment power distribution systems, lighting, and controls, focusing on cleanrooms and advanced laboratories.

• Design and Engineering work may include the following:
• Campus or Site power sizing and distribution
• Cleanroom and Laboratory Electrical Power sizing and distribution
• Lighting and Controls
• Experience with instrumentation and controls for mechanical, electrical, and process is a plus
• Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) analysis, modeling, and abatement
• Tel/Data systems
• Using software such as SKM, Revit, Visual Lighting Studio, and others
• Feasibility Studies
• Basis of Design and Schematics
• Prepare or modify drawings/BIM models in conjunction with CAD/REVIT team at all stages of design
• Research, create and update relevant product and system specifications, to meet technical needs of the client.
• Monitor and coordinate interdisciplinary work for compliance to applicable electrical codes, accepted engineering practices and standards. Apply NEC, IBC and NFPA Electrical requirements to lab designs.
• Budget review and cost estimating
• Construction Administration including RFI and Submittal responses
• Troubleshooting/Consulting/Site Assessments
• User or Technical group discussions to evaluate overall and specific power needs.
• Some travel will be required

Position Requirements

Required

• 10 – 15 years of progressive Electrical Engineering and leadership experience.
• Experience leading a technical team
• Experience developing staff capabilities, techniques and tools
• Experience using Electrical Analysis and Design Software to complete assigned work: Examples: SKM, Revit, AutoCAD MEP, Visual Lighting Studio or equivalent lighting design software.
• Knowledge of sub-station and building switchgear design and operations
• Knowledge of Instrumentation and Controls engineering
• Written and oral communication (English language) skills including specification writing, field reports, general and keynotes, submittal reviews, and email.
• Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, dynamic and collaborative environment.
• Knowledge of Short Circuit Analysis, Fault Current Analysis. Knowledgeable in National Fire Protection Association/National Electrical Code (NFPA/NEC) Standards, and IEEE/IES/API Standards.
• Available to participate on job site visits to collect or deliver design and engineering data.
• Authorized to work in the United States of America

Preferred

• Licensed Professional Engineer, or EIT with goal of Professional Engineering license
• 7 – 10 years managing electrical projects and technical staff
• Knowledge and experience in California Title 24 Building Energy Efficiency Standards, permit requirements, and calculations.
• Experience in working with multiple discipline projects, including Architectural, Structural, Mechanical, Plumbing, Process, Life Safety.
• Experience in designing Cleanrooms and labs
• Experience with all phases of design Master Planning, Feasibility, Programming, Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documents, and Construction Administration
• Ability to Travel up to 30% of the time domestically and/or internationally.
• Knowledge of equipment and processes for the microelectronics industry or other high-tech sectors (e.g. Biotech, Life Science, Pharma, Photovoltaics, Data Center)
• Arc Flash Study experience
• Knowledge of specialty systems such as Emergency and UPS power, LED Lighting, Fan Filter Unit controls
• Experience with EMI abatement such as Active Compensation Systems (ACS) or Shielding
• Other software knowledge, examples: Revit Design Master, ETAP, EasyPower.

Education:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent is required.
• Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or other engineering or scientific discipline is a plus