KFI ENGINEERS is Hiring a Senior Electrical Designer Near Paul, MN
POSITION SPECIFICATIONPosition Senior Electrical Designer
Department Commercial
Reporting Relationship Director of Electrical Engineering, Commercial
Company BackgroundKFI Engineers is a recognized industry leader in facility infrastructure design and performance. Since 1996, our culture of collaboration and unique capabilities have allowed us to make a difference in the way infrastructure and processing projects are delivered.
Headquartered in St. Paul, MN, with numerous regional offices throughout the United States, and a team of hundreds of professionals, we offer opportunities to continue your career with mentorship programs, career growth support, and continued education. With KFI, we find a way to provide creative solutions to unique projects while providing the same care we would expect if we were the client. For more information about KFI Engineers and our culture, please visit www.kfi-eng.com .
Position Overview & ResponsibilitiesThe Senior Electrical Designer plays a key role in the successful execution of projects. Reporting to the Director of Electrical Engineering this individual will provide technical and engineering excellence, as well as successful delivery of work to our customers. The Senior Electrical Designer is responsible for a high level of customer satisfaction by ensuring expectations are clearly communicated and managed – both externally and internally. The successful candidate will also contribute to a dynamic team environment by being proactive, communicating clearly to all stakeholders, and modeling a highly collaborative working environment. This person will also actively support the business development process, through the writing of proposals and meeting with prospective and current customers.
Specific responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:
Department Commercial
Reporting Relationship Director of Electrical Engineering, Commercial
Company BackgroundKFI Engineers is a recognized industry leader in facility infrastructure design and performance. Since 1996, our culture of collaboration and unique capabilities have allowed us to make a difference in the way infrastructure and processing projects are delivered.
Headquartered in St. Paul, MN, with numerous regional offices throughout the United States, and a team of hundreds of professionals, we offer opportunities to continue your career with mentorship programs, career growth support, and continued education. With KFI, we find a way to provide creative solutions to unique projects while providing the same care we would expect if we were the client. For more information about KFI Engineers and our culture, please visit www.kfi-eng.com .
Position Overview & ResponsibilitiesThe Senior Electrical Designer plays a key role in the successful execution of projects. Reporting to the Director of Electrical Engineering this individual will provide technical and engineering excellence, as well as successful delivery of work to our customers. The Senior Electrical Designer is responsible for a high level of customer satisfaction by ensuring expectations are clearly communicated and managed – both externally and internally. The successful candidate will also contribute to a dynamic team environment by being proactive, communicating clearly to all stakeholders, and modeling a highly collaborative working environment. This person will also actively support the business development process, through the writing of proposals and meeting with prospective and current customers.
Specific responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:
- Designs one or more of the following: power distribution systems (primary requirement), size motor feeders and starters.
- Prepares engineering documents and equipment specifications to meet contracted scope of work and to ensure application of Electrical Engineering Principles (e.g. Ohms’ law, selective coordination, grounding, harmonics, etc.).
- Possesses a basic understanding of Architectural, Mechanical, Civil and Structural Engineering construction practices.
- Has strong knowledge of Codes (e.g. NEC, NFPA, IBC, Life Safety Code, etc.).
- Designs lighting systems (interior, exterior, landscape, specialty).
- Develops estimates for assigned scope of work, and is accountable for ensuring we stay within scope.
- Creates project plan and schedule for execution of work.
- May serve as project manager for complete projects, when assigned.
- Actively manages assigned projects, driving them to completion. This will require a combination of strong delegation and follow-up, combined with personal execution of
- Supports the business development process through input to proposals, meeting and interviewing with prospective customers, etc.
- Provides work direction to other team members, including subcontractors, as assigned.
- Approves final equipment selections and drawing submittals.
- Provides technical and engineering support to other departments/disciplines.
- Associate’s or Bachelors’ degree in Electrical Design or Engineering are required.
- 10 years of relevant experience.
- Ability to creatively examine the needs of customers and solutions.
- Strong interpersonal skills to enable effective interaction with Designers, Engineers and Project Managers.
- Effective meeting management skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Adaptable and agile, responsive to quick changes in direction.
- Ability to establish rapport and credibility with customers and other stakeholders.
- Strong proficiency in LEED design in your core discipline.
- Naturally collaborative and possess the ability to assimilate a range of ideas, programs or alternatives into a set of recommendations.
- Self-directed but thrive in an environment where consultation leads to superior outcomes.
- Strong electrical design experience across a variety of commercial buildings (public sector, office, schools).
- Demonstrates persistence in the achievement of goals.
- Acts with a sense of urgency.
- Takes responsibility for own actions.
- Demonstrates agility, adapts well to changes.
- Works well under pressure.
- Meets commitments to internal/external customers.
- Plans projects well, managing last-minute rushes and disruptions.
- Balances Speed and Quality.
- Looks for improvement in our delivery, tools and processes.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Keeps others adequately informed.
- Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views.
- Adapts communication style and method based on audience and situation.
- Balances team and individual responsibilities.
- Shares expertise with others.
- Inspires respect and trust.
- Develops employees’ skills and encourages growth.
- Consistently provides timely feedback to employees.
- Delegates effectively, providing clear direction and authority to act.
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
SALARY
$76k-97k (estimate)
POST DATE
06/23/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
07/18/2024
WEBSITE
kfiengineers.com
HEADQUARTERS
Saint Paul, MN
SIZE
100 - 200
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