Electrical Design Engineer

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Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Already obtained EIT (Engineer in Training)
Able to design in REVIT
Knowledge of the NEC ( NFPA 70), Life Safety Code ( NFPA 101), NESC, and IESNA Lighting Handbook.
Have had previous experience working through internships or projects for an Engineering firm.

This is an entry-level position reporting directly to the Head Electrical Engineer. The incumbent will assist in the design, design development, field verification, and construction administration of additions, alterations, renovations, and repairs to electrical systems, including power, lighting, fire alarm, and medium voltage distribution. This role primarily supports projects within existing University buildings. Most of the work will be conducted under the direct supervision of the Head Electrical Engineer and in close coordination with other members of the Engineering Department team. The position will involve drafting in Revit and AutoCAD, performing voltage drop calculations, developing construction documents, and reviewing submittals and shop drawings. The successful candidate will design in accordance with the appropriate codes, and standards required per the state of Georgia.

* Ability to use Microsoft Office

* Knowledge of AutoCAD 2018 or later

* Ability to analyze and trouble-shoot complex problems.

* Knowledge of the principles of electrical engineering.

* Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing.

* Able to work in a team environment

* Willing to learn

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Electrical Design: Including detailed field verification of existing conditions, CAD and Revit drafting, computer-aided calculations, coordinating with other Engineering team members, obtaining project requirements for the client.

Production of electrical design specifications.

Field surveys and data gathering.

Updating campus-wide SKM medium voltage distribution modeling software, and campus-wide one-line diagrams.

Coordinating design activities with other campus entities to include the O&M shops, Office of University Architects, and faculty.