What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Electrical Engineer position at KZF Design?
Company Description
Founded in 1956, KZF Design is a multidisciplinary firm that specializes in thoughtful and award-winning designs. Our team includes architects, engineers, interior designers, and urban planners proficient in both public and private sectors. We have specific expertise in commercial, workplace, education, health and wellness, industrial, government, and justice projects. Based in downtown Cincinnati, KZF Design operates from LEED® Gold and ENERGY STAR® certified offices and has a staff of over 70 professionals. For more information, visit www.kzf.com.
Electrical Engineer - SeniorWe are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our dynamic, multi-disciplined, full-service A/E firm. This role will focus on the design of mechanical systems for buildings, with an emphasis on Electrical design and construction throughout all project phases—including design, bidding, permitting, and construction.The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in building electrical systems and a desire to contribute meaningfully from conceptual development through final design and owner acceptance. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate closely with architects, clients, and other engineering disciplines on a wide range of project types. QUALIFICATIONS
- Capable and experienced in all areas of Electrical Engineering with an emphasis on buildings and building site electrical systems
- Experience producing Electrical design and construction documents in an A/E consulting firm
- Understanding and experience with design and office related computer software and operating systems
- Experience using: ELUM Tools, Visual Lighting, and Navisworks preferred
- Broad knowledge of building electrical engineering, concept development, and final design including, power systems (medium & low voltage), low voltage control systems, lighting design, fire alarm systems, security systems, telephone & communications systems (WAN & LAN), closed circuit TV systems, cable TV systems, and electrical utility systems, HVAC systems, HVAC controls, plumbing systems, fire protection, piping systems, and mechanical utility systems
- Experience designing building Electrical systems to meet LEED criteria
- Experience working with architects, structural engineers, civil engineers, mechanical engineers, interior designers, and other technical personnel
- Experience in mentoring and supervising electrical engineers, designers and other technical personnel
- Comfortable with a broad range of project types
- Familiarity and experience working with building codes
- Knowledgeable in related areas of building design
- Proficiency in REVIT MEP
- Familiarity with A/E industry BIM standards
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Experience managing parallel assignments
- Proactive and assertive in problem solving
- Staff management and client relationship skills
- Comfortable working in teams and making group presentations
- Experience providing marketing and project interview support
- Experience working with Federal Government Agencies such as the Department of Defense, the Department of Justice and the US Army Corps of Engineers, a plus
- Proficiency in AutoCAD or MicroStation a plus
- LEED certification (preferred)
- Good written and oral communications skills; fluent in speaking, reading and writing in English
- Ability to be registered in every state - (NCEES preferred)
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Help our clients achieve their goals
- Work with the Director, Electrical Engineers and Project Managers to meet KZF goals and objectives
- Respond to estimated budget hour requests from Division Managers and Project Managers
- Assist project managers with development of project schedules and budgets
- Provide technical, project management and client management support to projects
- Work directly with the Director and KZF project managers and assume the “day-to-day” responsibility of electrical engineering design/production for assigned projects
- Work with Project Managers to establish design parameters consistent with the project scope, schedule and budget
- Prepare Electrical design and construction documents in REVIT Electrical, per applicable standards
- Coordinate with project managers regarding schedule and construction costs for each project scope of work
- Seek advice and counsel from Director of Electrical Engineering Services as needed
- Interface with all professional disciplines assigned to the project to coordinate the Electrical work
- Prepare Electrical Engineering design studies, written design narratives, calculations, and analysis, and direct Electrical Engineering support staff as required
- Research building materials and systems and select appropriate items for incorporation into the building design
- Maintain a working knowledge of architectural, mechanical, structural, civil, fire protection and telecom building systems; coordinate these systems with the electrical design
- Perform conceptual planning and design and confirm the requirements of assigned projects are consistent with the project scope, schedule and budget
- Prepare design documents as required for all phases of design (concept, schematic, design development and construction documents)
- Prepare documents in conformance with KZF standards and quality control requirements
- Prepare outline and final construction document specifications, and coordinate the work with other project specifications
- Assist with and prepare construction cost estimates
- Remain current with new products and tools that will assist you in better meeting our client’s needs
- Conduct field investigations to understand project requirements
- Assist with quality assurance reviews
- Research and prepare building code analysis for Electrical Engineering work
- Maintain technical accuracy, constructability, code conformance, and appropriate level of detail for project designs
- Assist in mentoring and technical development of Electrical staff
- Participating in value engineering
- Attend and participate in project team meetings
- Maintain technical expertise in your profession and area of work
- Assist in the development and maintenance of electrical design standards including master specifications, Electrical standards, drawing standard procedures, CADD standards and project documentation standards, as assigned by the Director
- Provide REVIT support to the Construction Administration Department and other team members on projects