Project Engineer - Electrical

McKim & Creed is a unique, employee-owned firm. First and foremost, we value people. This means we not only hire great talent, we’ve also created an environment where each individual can grow, flourish and apply innovative thinking. As a result, we’ve created a world-class team of professionals within a nimble organization. That’s what our clients want. That’s why we succeed. Our clients hire us because of our people.

McKim & Creed has a reputation for state-of-the-art engineering services that help energy users and providers convert facilities to cleaner, more efficient energy sources; harness the power of renewables; and optimize existing infrastructure and resources. Our highly respected team of engineers, planners and project managers are committed to the innovation, sustainability and resource efficiencies that lead to a cleaner, safer and more sustainable future.

We currently have an exciting opportunity to join our Building, Energy and Infrastructure (BEI) Group in our Jacksonville, Florida office. If you want to work at a company that will help you become the best you can be, we’re glad you found McKim & Creed.

WHAT TO EXPECT DAY-TO-DAY:

This person…

• …is a technical expert as part of a multi-discipline project team on projects in the Buildings, Energy, and Infrastructure group, in support of power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, voice/data and specialty systems for facility types including healthcare; higher education; institutional; federal, state and local government; K-12 education & support; and other commercial/industrial facilities.
• …serves as the lead electrical engineer for projects producing design/construction drawings and specifications, acting as the Engineer of Record for the work they perform and by subordinates they supervise.
• …undertakes and directs evaluations within existing facilities of electrical equipment/power systems, lighting, fire alarm, voice/data and specialty systems in buildings and facilities, and prepares resulting assessments, design computations, analysis, and reports.
• …acts as the client interface for project electrical matters.
• …generates and oversees electrical design/construction drawings utilizing REVIT and AutoCAD software.
• …observes electrical construction progress and generates field observation reports.
• …is responsible for the completion of electrical design tasks within budget and on schedule.
• …assists in the development of subordinate staff in electrical design best practices for buildings and facilities.
• …communicates and coordinates designs, writing of reports and correspondence with other discipline professionals, as well as representatives of the client organization to complete work efficiently.
• …stays current with local, state & federal design standards and regulations.
• …helps develop new work and clients related to electrical design services for healthcare; higher education; institutional; federal, state and local government; K-12 education & support; and other commercial/industrial facilities.

WHAT YOU NEED TO PERFORM IN THE ROLE:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering –OR-- Bachelor’s Degree in Architectural Engineering with electrical focus, from an ABET-accredited university.
• A minimum of eight (8) years of documented applicable experience working on facilities for healthcare; higher education; institutional; federal, state, and local government; K-12 education & support; and other commercial/industrial facilities. 
• A current Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Florida, with a current NCEES record.
• Resides in the greater Jacksonville Florida area, such as within one of the following counties: Duval, Nassau, St. Johns, Clay.
• Ability to work in person a minimum of three (3) days weekly in the local office located in Central Duval County south of Downtown Jacksonville.
• Ability to travel to project locations and client meetings throughout north, east and central Florida.  Travel beyond this primary area may occasionally also be required.
• Significant applicable experience using Autodesk REVIT.  Additional experience with AutoCAD is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite of software, as well as Bluebeam.
• Strong knowledge of the National Electric Code (NEC) commensurate with their years of experience.
• Ability to climb ladders and perform typical field survey duties of existing facilities.
• Possess a valid driver's license and an acceptable motor vehicle and criminal record.
• Pass a drug test.

WHAT WILL MAKE YOU STAND OUT:

Desired professional traits....

• A process-oriented individual with strong organization, technical and communication skills.
• A solid communicator, able to take and understand directives from Project Manager and Senior Electrical Engineer and coordinate efforts with design team.
• Excellent Client communication skills.
• Able to complete work consistently with flexibility to accommodate varying project demands.
• Experience leading the design efforts of subordinate staff.
• Maintains a high level of precision and accuracy and is methodical in their approach to work.
• Has a high technical aptitude, interested in technology and staying current in their field.

 Watch this video to learn more about what it’s like to be a part of our team!

WHAT WE OFFER:

Join a company that puts its employees first. Ranked as one of the Best Firms to Work For, here are just some of the reasons to become part of the McKim & Creed team:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): All employees are owners & benefit from profits earned
• Competitive pay  paid holidays, bereavement and parental, medical, and military leave
• Multiple office locations to work from: Stick close to home or travel for a change of scenery
• Growth opportunities & training: Grow confidently in your career with our mentoring & training options
• Professional development: Tuition reimbursement, early career professional program, online courses & more
• Work that makes a difference: See the direct impact your work has on our communities
• Collaborative, supportive team: People to help you solve problems, cheer successes & encourage you along the way

McKim & Creed is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status and maintains a Drug Free Workplace.