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Description Senior Electrical Engineer   Role Description: The Fort Worth, TX office has a Senior Electrical Engineer opportunity. The role includes management of an Electrical team consisting of senior, mid-level, and entry-level team members. The successful candidate will also be responsible for working with multi-disciplinary design teams in the completion of studies, development of plans and specifications for a broad range of projects. Included within the standard responsibilities are the completion of designs, analyses, planning and facilities assessments. The successful candidate will be a licensed Professional Engineer with at least 10 years of experience in the field of Electrical engineering related to building electrical systems and electrical infrastructure including low and medium-voltage systems. Candidate must be a licensed P.E., NCEES registered and able to obtain licenses in all 50 States upon request.   Location: Fort Worth, TX  Employment Type: 40 FT Hours Compensation Type: Salary Registration(s): Professional Engineer Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Electrical Engineering (BSCE)   Duties:
  • Electrical team project assignments and staffing forecasts
  • Develop training sessions targeted to the needs of the Electrical team
  • Lead performance management evaluations and goal setting for each Electrical team member 
  • Design of site and facilities Electrical, interior/exterior lighting and telecommunications systems
  • Design of low and medium-voltage Electrical systems
  • Preparing design documents (e.g. plans and specifications) for Programming, Schematic Design, Design Development and Construction Documents 
  • Providing construction phase project services
  • Perform calculations to support design work (short circuit, voltage drop, building loads, etc.)
  • Participate in Value Engineering exercises
  • Assist in preparation of project proposals in response to solicitations
  • Prepare technical reports
  • Some travel will be involved
  • Experience in managing or leading MEP-related projects.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Prepares and follows comprehensive Project Framework Instructions and proper work planning for a project. Ensures proper staff is assigned and utilized on their projects.
  • Reviews project reports and performance metrics to track project progress and budget. Leads successful projects (profit, on-schedule, quality, satisfied  client). 
  • Contributes to successful delivery and performance of projects
  • Cultivates relationships with clients and holds strong relationships with clients
  • Takes active steps in the pursuit of winning new business or additional opportunities with existing clients and may be responsible for a stated portion of office sales goal. Assists and/or leads team in pursuit of new work (repeat work, SOQ and Proposals). Develops and/or executes project Win strategy.
  • Understands and follows QMS and Quality initiatives. Ensures quality control measures are being adhered to on projects and daily operations.  
  • Actively engages and participates in the training, coaching, and mentoring of junior staff 
  • Understands duties and responsibilities, possesses necessary job knowledge and technical skills, maintains job knowledge current.
Role Competencies:
  • Sharing Information: Conveying up-to date information in the most efficient and useful manner to the appropriate stakeholders.
  • Critical Thinking: Analyzing problems and solutions by evaluating the quality of the information available from different sources and avoiding decision-making bias.
  • Executes Strategy: Ensuring that people remain focused on accomplishing strategic goals by thoughtfully planning tasks and overcoming obstacles
  • Fosters a Learning Culture: Creating an inspiring and engaging atmosphere where people feel motivated to grow, experiment, and learn new skills.
  • Identifies Talent: Actively maintaining awareness of internal and external talent, current abilities, and hiring needs. 
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
  • Licensed PE, registration in Texas is preferred (other registrations attainable via NCEES)
  • Minimum 10 years of related experience
  • Extensive knowledge of National Electrical Code
  • Knowledge and experience with USACE UFC criteria and UFGS specifications
  • Healthcare, municipal, institutional, transportation and industrial facilities design experience 
  • Experience with high-performance sustainable systems design
  • Solar/PV system design experience is a plus
  • Experience with central utility plants, emergency power systems.
  • Broad knowledge of building and energy codes (IBC, IECC, IFGC, ASHRAE 90.1) and NFPA standards/codes
  • Experience in Design-Build project delivery
  • Proficiency in Revit and Bluebeam
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Proficiency with EasyPower, SKM or ETAP power systems analysis software
Benefits & Perks:
  • Health insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
  • Dental insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
  • Vision insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
  • MDLive Telehealth
  • Employer-Paid Short- & Long-Term disability
  • 8 Paid Holidays
  • Employee Morale/Teambuilding events and activities
  • Paid Vacation/Annual Leave 
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Professional Societies and Registrations Fee Reimbursements
  • Term Life / AD&D insurance
  • Cancer and Specified Disease insurance
  • Two retirement plans: 401(k) and an ESOP
Physical Requirements:
  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
  • Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times
  • The employee must be able to concentrate on details, work under deadline pressures, apply sound logic and judgment, and prioritize tasks and responsibilities
 
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