Senior Electrical Designer - Utilities and Central Energy

POSITION SPECIFICATION

Position: Senior Electrical Designer

Department: Utilities and Central Energy (UCE)

Reporting Relationship: Electrical Engineering Manager, Utilities and Central Energy

COMPANY BACKGROUND

KFI Engineers is a recognized industry leader in facility infrastructure design and performance. Since 1996, our culture of collaboration and unique capabilities have allowed us to make a difference in the way infrastructure and processing projects are delivered. 

Headquartered in St. Paul, MN, with numerous regional offices throughout the United States, and a team of hundreds of professionals, we offer opportunities to continue your career with mentorship programs, career growth support, and continued education. With KFI, we find a way to provide creative solutions to unique projects while providing the same care we would expect if we were the client. For more information about KFI Engineers and our culture, please visit www.kfi-eng.com. 

POSITION OVERVIEW & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Senior Electrical Designer, UCE plays a key role in the successful execution of projects, focusing primarily on the production of AutoCAD drawings and Revit modeling. Reporting to the Electrical Engineering Manager, the Senior Electrical Designer is responsible for producing quality construction documents and coordinating design work with other engineering disciplines. The successful candidate will be expected to work within a team environment and collaborate with other project team members.

Ideally, the person filling this position will have strong electrical design experience across a variety of industrial facility types. This person will have strong interpersonal skills to enable effective interaction with Designers, Engineers and Project Managers, including mentoring entry level designers.  This person will possess strong communication skills, and influencing skills, and has demonstrated the maturity and self-confidence to work with colleagues and customers. The level of experience we are looking for likely comes with a minimum of 10-15 years of experience following graduation.

The successful candidate will be naturally collaborative and possess the ability to assimilate a range of ideas, programs or alternatives into a set of recommendations, while following corporate and client design standards. This person will be self-directed but thrive in an environment where consultation leads to superior outcomes.

Specific responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Industrial lighting layout and design (interior, exterior, egress/exit and lighting controls).
• Gather electrical data from clients, architects and other disciplines.
• Coordinate work and construction documents with internal and external stakeholders (other disciplines, architects, owner, contractor, etc.).
• Electrical room layouts including layout of electrical equipment (transformers, switchboards, switchgear, motor control centers, panel boards).
• Size feeders and raceway (cable tray and conduit).
• Modeling of equipment and raceway in 2D and 3D, clash detection with other disciplines.
• Perform voltage drop calculations, short circuit calculations.
• Lead electrical 3D model reviews.
• Mentorship of less experienced electrical designers.
• Development of schematic and wiring diagrams.
• Gather existing site data.
• Write construction observation reports, etc.
• Lighting layout and design (interior, exterior, and egress/exit).
• Edit schedules (motor control centers, panel boards, lighting fixtures).
• Review of shop drawings for dimensions, conduit entry and other layout information.  
• Effectively estimate hours and scope of work, thereby contributing to the creation of budgets and project schedules.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Ten plus (10 ) years drafting/design experience, preferably in AutoCAD and Revit, in a consulting and/or construction capacity.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US on a permanent basis without the need for work sponsorship now or in the future.
• Experience working in Autodesk Revit for electrical design and coordinating with other disciplines in Revit.
• Ability to perform 3D modeling of electrical equipment including coordination with other disciplines.
• Basic understanding of Architectural, Electrical, Civil, and Structural Engineering construction practices and drawings.
• Working knowledge of Codes (e.g., NEC, NFPA, IBC, IFC, Energy Code, Life Safety Code, etc.).
• Application of Electrical Engineering Principles (e.g., Ohms’ law, overcurrent protection, grounding etc.).
• Knowledge of quality control procedures for document control purposes including QA/QC processes.

Preferred:

• Knowledge of SKM Power Tools for Windows, ETAP or Easy Power modeling software 
• AAS Degree/Diploma in Design/Drafting

CORE BEHAVIORS

Accountable

• Demonstrates persistence in the achievement of goals.
• Acts with a sense of urgency.
• Takes responsibility for own actions.

Business Focus

• Demonstrates agility, adapts well to changes.
• Works well under pressure.
• Meets commitments to internal/external customers.

Project Execution

• Plans projects well, managing last-minute rushes and disruptions.
• Balances Speed and Quality.
• Looks for improvement in our delivery, tools and processes.

Demonstrates Respect for Others

• Keeps others adequately informed.
• Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views.
• Adapts communication style and method based on audience and situation.

Team Player

• Balances team and individual responsibilities.
• Shares expertise with others.
• Inspires respect and trust.

Managing People

• Develops employees’ skills and encourages growth.
• Consistently provides timely feedback to employees.
• Delegates effectively, providing clear direction and authority to act.

Benefits:
At KFI, our comprehensive benefit program provides our employees with the resources to support their health, wellness and financial well-being. Full-Time employees have access to:

• Health, dental and vision insurance coverage 
• Virtual health services 
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) for HDHP enrollees with KFI contributions
• Flexible Spending Account 
• 401(k) plan 
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance, life and AD&D insurance
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Paid Time Off to include Earned Sick and Safe Time in accordance with state laws 
• Company Paid Holidays 
• Tuition Reimbursement 
• Bereavement Leave
• Voluntary benefits offered include life, accident, critical illness coverage

Compensation: $49.50 - $61.90 per hour. The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual qualifications, experience, work location, and education. This position is eligible for an annual bonus.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans and Disabilities