Senior Electrical Engineer

1 month ago


Carlsbad, United States Dennis Group San Diego Full time
Job Title: Senior Electrical Engineer

At Dennis Group San Diego, we are seeking a highly skilled Senior Electrical Engineer to join our team. As a key member of our Building Electrical Group, you will be responsible for designing and building electrical systems for our design-build, industrial projects.

Responsibilities:
  • Design electrical systems for building power, including normal, emergency, and standby power distribution systems for 208v, 480v, and medium voltage for industrial facilities.
  • Execute duties on larger projects independently, including client contact and lead engineer responsibilities.
  • Document all necessary calculations for the design, such as short circuit, selective coordination, arc flash, generator sizing, steady state and transient voltage drops, load calculations, conductor sizing, raceway fills, etc.
  • Maintain project document organization and manage time and meeting commitments.
  • Understand Ohms Law, AC/DC, electric and magnetic fields, power system theory, 3-phase vector math, power factor, symmetrical components, capacitors, inductors, and resonance.
  • Design lighting for food processing spaces, including lighting calculations and coordinating fixture placement with other trades.
  • Design fire alarm systems per NFPA 72, 101, and local building code.
  • Code expertise - NEC, NFPA 72/101/, IBC.
  • Specify means and methods, equipment, and other common work, such as grounding, start-up, LV & MV Cables.
  • Design low voltage systems, such as LAN, phones, PA, Wi-Fi, access control, cameras, etc.
  • Create power plans, power one-line and panel schedules, and define fire alarm requirements per IBC and NFPA 101.
  • Review scope with client, create and manage needs list, and produce bid documents consisting of layout drawings, one-line, riser, schedules, details, and specifications.
  • Procure long lead light fixtures and power distribution equipment, such as switchgear, switchboards, panelboards, transformers, MCC's, generators, variable speed drives, and UPS's.
  • Perform short circuit calculations, identifying deficiencies or series ratings, and estimate weights of main tray/trapezes and equipment needing support.
  • Assist in managing electrical bid process for clients, observing construction, and assisting with startup.
  • Project planning and feasibility studies.
  • Actively participate in and support department-wide standard development, updates, and maintenance.
  • Research electrical building/power materials and best practices.
  • Support talent growth within our organization.
  • Assist with interviewing and hiring new team members.
  • Handle complex issues and tasks with minimal supervision and advise subordinate team members on solutions to issues they encounter.
  • Provide coaching and/or mentoring to a subordinate group when directed by supervisor.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related 4-year degree.
  • 8+ years of work experience in electrical systems for building power.
  • 8+ years of work experience in designing lighting, fire alarm systems, and low voltage systems for building spaces, including lighting calculations and coordinating fixture placement with trades.
  • 8+ years of work experience in electrical bid documents and procuring electrical materials and equipment.
  • 8+ years of work experience in AutoCAD, Revit, or other related design programs.
  • Relevant experience in a manufacturing or construction setting preferred.
  • FE or PE tracked desirable.
  • Travel to customer project sites for fieldwork, review, audit, and meetings, estimated 25%.
Physical Requirements:
  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Travel Requirement:
  • Up to 25% travel required to visit project site and other offices.

We offer competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience, comprehensive employee benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off, bonus, profit-sharing, and retirement plans.

Dennis Group is proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.



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