Electrical Engineer II

Job Description

At IPS, you will apply your knowledge, skills, and passion to make a difference in people's lives by solving complex challenges related to pharmaceutical, biotech, and animal health research and manufacturing facilities. We are looking for a dedicated Electrical Engineer II to join our talented team at our office located in Emeryville, California.

In this role, you will assist in planning, designing, and directing electrical engineering projects within the Design Department. Assignments contain specific tasks on project teams and the Electrical Engineer is expected to use their education, creativity, and expertise to resolve the engineering problems and tasks as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities

• Prepare design computations and quantity estimates and develop probable construction cost estimates for the smaller, less complex projects within the business unit (medium voltage power distribution, low voltage systems, fire alarm systems, backup power generation, electrical power distribution, life safety systems, etc.).
• Use computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents (AutoCAD, Revit, etc.).
• Modify reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, environmental impact studies, and designs for projects.
• Make calculations using engineering formulas and skills for design such as lighting calculations, power distribution calculations, equipment sizing, etc.
• Create specialized drawings such as electrical riser diagrams.
• Select equipment based on recommendations of the Project Designer/Engineer and fill out equipment schedules.
• Provide drawings for own designs and produce sketches to incorporate in drawings by drafters.
• Research design options and document findings for Project Designer/Engineer.
• Keep the Project Manager informed of workload and any changes in project scope or additional services.
• Provide information to the Project Manager for incorporation into specifications.
• Research code issues and ask general questions of code officials.
• Maintain a neat and organized work area which allows efficient access to information required by other team members.
• Assure that drawings and designs are in accordance with company production and design standards.
  
  

Come join a caring, nimble team that delivers world-class designs for our pharmaceutical clients and take your career to new heights!

The salary offered for this role is between $85,503-$128,254, but actual salary offered is dependent on experience, skill set, and education.

Qualifications & Requirements

• 5 years of previous engineering/design experience in the building design industry (for example: lighting systems, fire alarm systems, branch circuitry, etc.).
• Bachelor of Engineering Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from an accredited four-year College or University.
• Expertise in computer operation for engineering design programs and computer-aided drafting (AutoCAD/Revit).
• General knowledge of Electrical system design and applicable codes.
  
  

Preffered Qualifications

• Registered professional engineer (PE).
  
  

Travel duration, if any, is based on project complexity and location. This position is a safety-sensitive position. The employee is designated for field work and attends activities at client sites where they work in construction, process, packaging, manufacturing, research, or other "non-administrative" areas.

About Us

IPS, a Berkshire Hathaway Company, is a global leader in developing innovative business solutions for the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. Through operational expertise and industry-leading knowledge, skill, and passion, IPS provides consultancy services, architecture, engineering, project controls, construction management, and compliance services that allow clients to develop and manufacture life-impacting products. Its newest acquisition, Linesight, specializes in cost, schedule, risk, program, and project management services in various market sectors, including data centers, life sciences, and high-tech industries. With the addition of Linesight, IPS has over 3,000 professionals in over 45 offices across 17 countries in the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, Southeast Asia, Australia, and the Middle East.

Specialties

Process Architecture, Process Design, Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Qualification, LEAN Project Delivery, Strategic Master Planning, Energy Conservation Management, Project Controls, Program/Project Management, Operations/Logistics Strategy and Planning, EPCMV and Staffing Services.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at IPS without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. IPS is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

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