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DLB Associates Electrical Engineer Specialist in United States
This is a remote position.
With over 40 years of excellence, DLB Associates has pioneered high-performance, mission-critical technology spaces driven by passionate electrical engineers like you. Our forward-thinking culture embraces cutting-edge technology, setting industry standards and consistently surpassing client expectations. If you're eager to push engineering boundaries, DLB is where your expertise can thrive.
Position Title: Electrical Engineer Specialist
Position Location: Remote - work virtually from anywhere in the United States
SALARY
DLB recognizes salary ranges from job boards do not necessarily reflect our pay ranges. In many instances we out-compete those ranges for well-qualified candidates.
JOB SUMMARY
Positions are available in our Mission Critical Department.
The position in DLB's Mission Critical Department focuses primarily on hyperscale data centers and related mission critical facilities.
The Electrical Engineer Specialist will have the opportunity to work with and collaborate with senior design staff and further develop their electrical design expertise. This person will work as part of the Engineering Team and interact closely with the Project Management Team to produce construction documents, develop and edit project specifications and lead the construction administration process.
The Electrical Engineer Specialist will receive limited direction on day-to-day work and general instruction on new projects or assignments. Will execute and assist project leadership on projects of complex scope. Will work independently or under limited supervision.
The Electrical Engineer Specialist will communicate and operate in line with organizational goals and values, as well as departmental objectives.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Guide and Direct Production of Electrical Engineering Documents (50%)
Independently perform intermediate to advanced engineering work
Perform intermediate to advanced electrical design tasks under a senior engineer's supervision
Perform intermediate to advanced computations and analysis for electrical systems
Utilize AutoCAD and Revit software to prepare drawings and visual aids
Review and write sequence of operations
Guide and Direct Pre-Construction Activities (15%)
Survey existing building conditions and prepare technical reports of findings
Collect data and other information for construction documents
Prepare project design and construction documents
Guide and Direct Construction Activities (25%)
Work as part of the engineering team and interact closely with the project management team
Interact directly with client on technical issues
Review shop drawings and submittals
Review and respond to RFIs
Review and complete punch lists and project close out documents
Reporting (10%)
Prepare project progress reports for internal and external stakeholders
Update and maintain shop drawing and RFI log
Manage personal hours using company tools
Completion of Assigned Tasks and Deliverables on Time and on Budget
Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned
Requirements
POSITION REQUIREMENTS (INTERMEDIATE LEVEL FOR ALL THE FOLLOWING EXCEPT AS NOTED)
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 at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management
Skilled in performing code analysis including selection of equipment, wiring, etc. to meet code requirements
Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail
Ability to work successfully in a remote environment thru effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspace
Ability to follow company and site safety requirements
Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information)
Ability to communicate effectively directly with clients and at times serve as primary point of client contact
Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with moderate supervision
Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines
Ability to effectively plan and delegate the work of others
Organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The following physical demands must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is
Frequently required to remain in a stationary position
Frequently moving through office, facility and other environments
On occasion the employee may move equipment weighing up to 25 pounds
TRAVEL / RELOCATION REQUIREMENTS
Approximately 10%, this may include travel to any or all 50 US states
Travel is defined as physically leaving home on behalf of business activities including but not limited to client sites, meetings with other employees, meeting for business development purposes, running errands on behalf of the business, attending industry conferences, etc.
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from ABET accredited institution
PLUS
Minimum of five years of electrical engineering experience
We are committed to diversifying our workforce.
DLB Associates participates in the E-Verify program with the Department of Homeland Security.
Benefits
DLB Associates offers a very competitive benefits package; highlights include
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
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
DLB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to DLB in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where DLB has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of DLB and DLB will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation \u2013 no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
