Design and support electrical building systems, including power, lighting, and fire alarm systems. Ensure compliance with codes and standards, develop drawings and specifications, estimate costs, oversee testing and commissioning, troubleshoot issues, and perform construction administration and field investigations. Collaborate with architects, engineers, technical leaders, and senior engineers while attending project meetings and site visits.
Job Summary
- Deliver and support the electrical design related services for building systems across various projects-including power systems, lighting, fire alarm, and other electrical components for buildings
- Ensuring that electrical designs meet building codes, safety standards, and regulations set by local authorities and that drawings and designs are in accordance with company production and design standards
- Collaborate with architects, engineers, and other industry professionals to integrate electrical systems seamlessly into building designs.
- Incorporate energy-efficient technologies and practices into electrical designs to minimize energy consumption and environmental impact.
- Estimate the costs associated with electrical designs and ensuring that projects stay within budget constraints.
- Oversee the testing and commissioning of electrical systems to ensure they function properly and meet performance requirements.
- Troubleshoot electrical issues that arise during the design, construction, or operation of buildings.
- Create detailed drawings, specifications, and documentation for electrical systems to guide construction and maintenance activities.
- Keep current with advancements in electrical engineering technologies, building codes, and industry standards.
- Perform construction administration and field investigation tasks for lighting, power and fire alarm systems
- Collaborate with Technical Leaders and Sr. Engineers to ensure adherence to WB standards and appropriate workload management and deviations in project scope or additional services
- Attend project meetings and site visits
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or similar
- Equivalent of 5-7 years of relevant professional experience
- Revit experience preferred, high proficiency in AutoCAD
- Comprehensive understanding of applicable design and building codes
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