Electrical Designer (Commercial)

Ledgent - Houston, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Houston, TX

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Senior Electrical Designer is responsible for developing and supervising electrical design drawings, project layouts, and contract documents in compliance with company standards and local codes. This role involves communication with project stakeholders and team members to ensure design solutions meet project requirements and facilitate the successful completion of turn-key projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform load and voltage drop calculations, develop schedules and details, and perform point-to-point fault calculations.
• Select distribution equipment per project criteria and develop permitting and constructible project documents.
• Communicate design requirements and respond to inquiries from project stakeholders such as architects, general contractors, and team members during design and construction phases.
• Use industry software to prepare electronic drawings with accuracy, neatness, and efficiency.
• Identify potential project challenges and provide recommended solutions to the project team.
• Conduct on-site investigations for data collection and field verifications of existing conditions.
• Maintain detailed records of electrical designs, revisions, and communications with clients, contractors, vendors, and team members.
• Stay updated on the latest code requirements, design software, and industry trends.
• May perform project manager responsibilities including establishing project scope, scheduling work, implementing QA/QC plans, and performing job close-out processes.

Requirements

• Two-year technical degree in electrical discipline plus four years applicable experience OR seven years applicable experience in commercial construction and design.
• Experience in performing system or project designs with minimum general supervision.
• Knowledge of engineering theories and methodologies, codes, and standards.
• General knowledge of other disciplines (i.e., architectural, structural, civil, plumbing, mechanical).
• Revit experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Knowledge of Autodesk Suite of products (i.e., MEP CAD, Revit, Navisworks, Build, BIM360).
• Knowledge of construction software (i.e., Blue Beam, Plan Grid, ProCore, BIM360).
• Time-management and organizational skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Trade school license is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• 100% Paid Employee Only Level Healthcare
• Telemedicine
• Retirement savings
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts and Perks
• Referral Program