Electrical Engineer

Job Title: Electrical Engineer

Job Description

Responsible for a project's electrical engineering design from beginning through completion of construction. Engineers execute technical design but also direct the preparation of construction documents and specifications of electrical systems, requiring some supervisory skills. Engineers may confer with Senior Electrical Engineers on system layout or to resolve challenges with system designs.
Responsibilities

• Meet and maintain positive communication with clients and contractors.
• Analyze project requirements to select appropriate electrical systems considering costs, efficiency, and other technical and economic factors.
• Develop detailed basis of design scope.
• Ensure accuracy of design calculations and compliance with all applicable codes.
• Manage and coordinate major items, delegating and supervising minor items.
• Coordinate with utility providers.
• Host and/or attend project team design meetings in-house and with clients.
• Maintain project design pace to meet project schedule requirements.
• Responsible for interdisciplinary coordination and review design documents against all other disciplines.
• Coordinate preparation of and edit specifications for project manual.
• Perform cost estimating of proposed projects and life cycle cost analysis.
• Provide primary role in quality control and checking design documents, including professional certification of documents if licensed.
• Responsible for development and completion of the project design file containing all required items as outlined in the company manual.
• Responsible for construction administration, including shop drawing and submittal review.
• Provide technical design leadership to other staff members within the electrical department and mentor junior staff members.
• Participate in business development efforts as required, including attending interviews with prospective clients and compiling documentation for marketing.
• Develop scope to be used in written proposals for prospective projects.

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of electrical design experience, including low voltage and lighting design.
• Proficiency in Autodesk REVIT and AutoCAD.
• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, electrical, and mechanical design documents.
• Thorough knowledge of electrical graphical symbols and drafting standards.
• Proficiency in SKM arc flash and/or Agi32 lighting software preferred.
• Ability to read and understand electrical specifications and coordinate drawings with specification requirements.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• PE License is a plus.
• Understanding of electrical grounding systems, power systems and components (0-600V), power generation and backup systems, interior and exterior lighting systems, telecommunications cabling systems, sound systems, fire alarm systems, and security systems.
• Solid working knowledge of electrical single-line diagram design and sizing, electrical device and lighting fixture layout, and coordination of electrical connections to equipment supplied by other disciplines.
• Experience in load calculations, lighting calculations, fault current calculations, and cost opinions using available software tools.

Work Environment

The company is a 40-person MEP Engineering firm partnering with A/E firms and other owners on various projects, including government/municipal, healthcare, hospitality (large hotels), and multifamily projects. The environment features an open-office cubicle setting for drafters and designers, with a business casual dress code. Hours are somewhat flexible, typically from 7-8 AM to 4-5 PM, with one hour for lunch. The deadline-driven environment can become more stressful as project deadlines approach. The office is located on the Northside of Indy, near the Fashion Mall.
Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $48.08/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Greenwood,IN.
Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 15, 2025.
About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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