DLB Associates

Lead Electrical Engineer

DLB Associates

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: United States

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Salary

💰 $126,788 - $162,107 per year

Job Level

Tech Stack

About the role

  • Collaborate with all design staff and oversee full cycle electrical design activities
  • Independently perform intermediate to advanced engineering work
  • Perform intermediate to advanced electrical design tasks including development of electrical distribution systems and topologies, infrastructure and equipment layouts and selection / sizing of equipment
  • Utilize AutoCAD and Revit software to prepare drawings and visual aids
  • Review and / or prepare book or sheet specifications for electrical systems
  • Develop and / or review sequences of operations
  • Assist in proposal development including project scope, schedule and budget
  • Timely and effective management of project design team including resource forecasting and coordination
  • Identify potential project scope changes and aid in development of strategies to minimize impact and control deviations from estimated costs and project deadlines
  • Support contact for design clients and builds effective, long-term client relationships
  • May direct interns / other engineering and technical staff
  • Survey existing building conditions and prepares technical reports of findings
  • Collect data and other information for construction documents
  • Prepare project design and construction documents
  • Review shop drawings and submittals
  • Review and respond to RFIs
  • Review and complete punch lists and project closeout documents
  • Prepare project progress reports for internal and external stakeholders
  • Update and maintain shop drawing and RFI log
  • Manage personal hours using company tools
  • Identify opportunities and lead the strategic use of technology, digital platforms, and AI-enabled tools to enhance efficiency through workflow automation, reduce manual effort, and improve accuracy in forecasting, documentation, reporting, and quality processes.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from ABET accredited institution PE in related discipline PLUS Minimum of eight years of electrical engineering experience
  • Knowledge of electrical systems found in buildings including single/three phase power distribution, lighting and lighting controls, grounding and life safety systems
  • Knowledge of codes and specifications for the design of electrical systems including National Electric Code, Life Safety and Energy Conservation Codes
  • Knowledge of technical / design software including short circuit coordination and arc flash studies, equipment sizing, underground feeder calculations and lighting calculations
  • Skilled at producing drawings and visual aids using AutoCAD and Revit
  • Skilled in performing code analysis including selection of equipment, wiring, etc. to meet code requirements
  • Ability to leverage AI and emerging technologies to streamline workflows, optimize operational processes, and contribute to company-wide innovation.
  • Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence
  • Ability to communicate effectively directly with clients and at times serve as primary point of client contact
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines
  • Ability to effectively plan and delegate the work of others.
Benefits
  • Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)
  • Health reimbursement account (HRA), flex spending accounts (FSA)
  • Dental and vision plans
  • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26
  • 401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option
  • PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year
  • Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
  • Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage
  • Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance
  • Paid parental leave after one year of employment
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
electrical designelectrical distribution systemsequipment sizingcode analysisshort circuit coordinationarc flash studiesunderground feeder calculationslighting calculationsproject designconstruction documents
Soft Skills
collaborationproject managementclient relationship managementeffective communicationdelegationanalytical skillsproblem-solvingtime managementleadershipresource forecasting
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineeringPE license in related discipline