Electrical Designer (Construction)

Electrical Designer (Construction) Lightserve Charlotte, NC Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Paid parental leave Paid holidays Disability insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Parental leave 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications CAD software Customer communication Resource allocation (project management tasks) Construction regulatory compliance Managing projects in an engineering role Managing electrical projects Lighting systems Electrical switchgear System design Managing design projects Construction industry experience Design engineering Managing projects Local electrical codes Full Job Description

JOB TITLE

Electrical Designer (Construction)

DEPARTMENT

Electrical Power Solutions

SUPERVISOR

SVP of Engineering, Design, and Construction or Engineering Manager SUMMARY:

Lightserve Electrical Power Solutions (EPS) is a division of Lightserve Corporation that specializes in electrical projects in the areas of lighting systems, electrical distribution, and standby generation. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Electrical Designer to design electrical projects. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership abilities, excellent communication skills, a deep understanding of electrical distribution equipment, and strong project management methodologies. This role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently while ensuring that projects are completed on time and within scope. This position must conform to all corporate policies and procedures and uphold ethical standards. This position will embody Lightserve' s core values, exemplifying them with the utmost integrity. Employee will represent Lightserve and their department with the highest regard in both external and internal communications, ensuring a standard of excellence in all interactions.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordinate with estimating team for proposal stage evaluations and prepare associated proposal drawings and scopes of work. Develop and maintain technical documentation associated with electrical projects ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards. Prepare associated drawing and specifications. Coordinate with external stakeholders such as customers, vendors, AHJs, and others to ensure proper scope of work. Coordinate with internal stakeholders such as estimators, project managers, and procurement to ensure scope of work is understood and is support of construction requirements. Responsible for designing electrical systems and performing calculations for review by others. Participate in reviews of other engineer's work in the division. Some travel is required to meet with vendors, customers, and review project sites. Manage risk by identifying potential issues early on and developing mitigation strategies. Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards throughout the construction process. Additional job duties/responsibilities as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

Education and Certifications:

High School Diploma Required Qualifications:

4+ years electrical design experience in construction industry. Proficient in AutoCAD. Demonstrated ability to implement projects effectively while managing time constraints and resource allocation. Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment. Analyze system requirements to ensure compliance with national and local codes, such as NEC, NFPA, and IEEE standards. Experience with UL 891 Switchboards and UL 1008 Transfer Switches. Design and modeling lighting photometrics. Experience coordinating with utility requirements. Knowledge of construction processes, materials, and regulations is required. Ability to travel, occasionally overnight.

Preferred Qualifications:

Electrical engineering degree. Experience with generation and microgrid systems. Experience with utility interconnection processes. Proficient in SKM (or similar) and systems coordination.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Remote office.

COMPANY BENEFITS

Company‐paid medical and dental premiums for employees on our base plan. Paid parental leave. Access to vision and other ancillary benefits. 401(K) including company match after one year. Company paid long‐term disability and life insurance. Paid time off plus 10 company‐paid holidays. AA/EOE. Women, Minorities, Veterans, and Disabled People Encouraged to Apply Employment at Lightserve Corporation is subject to post offer, pre-employment drug testing. Lightserve Corporation is a drug-free workplace and an E-Verify employer. The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may by required from day-to-day.