Job Description
ELECTRICAL DESIGNER/DRAFTER
Collins seeks an innovative, quality-driven Electrical Designer/Drafter who’s excited about contributing plans and designs for our state-of-the-art electrical construction projects.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform all aspects of design work and drafting independently as needed, in addition to collaborating with the design team, estimators and project managers.
- Research and collect data for design options, as well as develop designs.
- Attend design-related meetings with clients to define their needs, provide project status, and respond to requests or concerns – both verbally and in writing.
- Perform electrical power calculations such as short circuit, voltage drop and load calculations, as required. Perform lighting photometric calculations.
- Create and reformulate designs based on unexpected circumstances or client changes.
- Communicate with project managers and other interested parties about timelines, progress and deviations from schedule or budget.
- Review drawings and research codes to verify compliance with city, state and county regulations.
- Review submittals to ensure compliance with project scope.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Degree from an accredited technical school or college in Electrical Construction/Design or Electrical Engineering.
- Strong knowledge of Autodesk products (Revit MEP, AutoCAD), Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office.
- 5+ years of experience in electrical design preferred, including performing calculations for power distribution systems, lighting and special systems for commercial, industrial, retail, multi-family, mixed-use and healthcare facility construction projects.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills and communication skills – both written and verbal.
- Self-starter, capable of working independently and as a member of a team.
- Excellent organizational, project management and problem-solving skills, with ability to handle multiple projects at a time.
- Working knowledge of NEC and local codes.
- Experience with fire alarm design considered a plus.
- Ability to work on a computer for extended periods of time.
BENEFITS:
- Competitive salary and bonus opportunity
- 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance (individual or family)
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Contribution to retirement plan
- Collaborative work environment
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