Electrical Designer

Company: Trileaf Corporation is a nationwide environmental, architecture, and engineering consulting firm that assists clients with environmental due diligence, regulatory compliance, and engineering & architectural design. Trileaf serves the wireless communications, real estate, and financial industries from its headquarters in St. Louis, MO and many branch offices throughout the U.S.

Position Summary: The Electrical Designer creates electrical line diagrams, floorplans, and construction documents in collaboration with Trileaf's Electrical Engineer, applying AutoCAD and Revit skills along with knowledge of electrical and fire codes, specifications, and construction techniques. 

 Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Research applicable electrical and fire codes to ensure all documents comply with applicable code requirements, with assistance and input from the Electrical Engineer


• Complete 2-3 electrical sheets per set of construction documents, including line diagrams, electrical floorplans, lighting sheets, and panel schedules


• Complete approximately 5-6 project sets per month, depending on project difficulty


• Collaborate with the Electrical Engineer to produce accurate, code-compliant electrical construction documents


• Develop electrical schematics and wiring diagrams


• Design electrical systems for buildings and industrial facilities


• Collaborate with engineers and project managers to ensure project specifications are met


• Perform load calculations and determine electrical requirements


• Select and specify electrical components, materials, and equipment


• Prepare and review detailed plans and specifications for electrical installations


• Ensure designs comply with local, state, and federal electrical codes and standards


• Coordinate with construction teams to assist with the installation of electrical systems


• Conduct site visits to monitor the progress of electrical installations


• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical design issues


• Utilize computer-aided design (CAD) software to create detailed and accurate designs


• Prepare and submit necessary documentation and reports


• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technological advancements


• Perform cost estimates and assist in budget preparation for electrical projects


• Participate in project meetings and provide technical guidance


• Other duties as assigned

 Required Skills & Abilities:

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Revit


• Strong attention to detail


• Ability to research and apply electrical and fire code requirements


• Understanding of mechanical design elements


• Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications


• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, schematics, drawings, and models


• Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, and their interrelationships

 Education and Experience:

• Associate's degree or greater in drafting, electrical engineering, architecture, or a similar field required


• At least 1 year of professional experience in electrical drafting, utilizing AutoCAD or Revit

Licenses and Certifications:

• No specific licenses or certifications required

 Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an 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.

• Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer


• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing and operating office equipment


• Ability to lift and/or move items up to 15 lbs. occasionally

Work Environment and Travel:

• This is primarily an office-based position


• Minimal travel required

Potential Hazards:

• None specific to this role; standard office environment

 Other duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain 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.


 


Benefits:

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance


• 401k with company match


• Short-term disability, Long-term disability & Life Insurance – 100% Employer paid


• 3 weeks of PTO per year 


• 8 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday

The listed salary range for this position is an expected range. The actual offer will be at the company's sole discretion and determined by relevant business considerations, including the final candidate's qualifications, years of experience, skillset, geographic location, and current market data.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check, including criminal history, education verification, employment verification and drug test. This may also include credit and motor vehicle record checks depending on the position. 

Trileaf Corporation is an Equal Opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disorder, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.