Electrical Engineer Senior Associate - Mission Critical Team - DLB Associates
Eatontown, NJ
About the Job
Looking to join an award-winning company in the AEC industry?
DLB Associates is an innovative industry leader in consulting and design engineering. For more than four decades we have advanced the development of sustainable, high-performing infrastructure through our first-class Engineering Design Services which are driven by exceptional professionals like you.
Our work is mechanically and electrically intensive and includes designing some of the most advanced mission critical technology spaces in the world.
We contribute to the development of forward-thinking standards and technologies. Our innovative culture is one that seeks to continuously challenge and optimize our tools and processes by pushing technology beyond conventional limits. Our culture allows us to meet and exceed our clients' expectations by understanding what is important to them.
If you want to be part of an industry leading team, please join DLB Associates today!
Position Title: Electrical Engineer Senior Associate
Position Location: 100% Remote - from New Jersey area
Salary
DLB recognizes salary ranges from job boards do not necessarily reflect our pay ranges. In many instances we out-compete those ranges for well-qualified candidates.
Job Summary
Positions are available in our Mission Critical Department focusing primarily on hyperscale data centers and related mission critical facilities.
The Electrical Engineer Senior Associate will have the opportunity to work with and collaborate with senior design staff to advance their electrical design skills. They will learn, through hands-on application, how to design a wide variety of projects. This person will work as part of the Engineering Team and interact closely with the Project Management Team to produce construction documents, develop and edit project specifications and assist in the construction administration process.
The Electrical Engineer Senior Associate will receive general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new projects or assignments. May work independently, consistently exercising discretion and independent judgment on individual work, or may work under immediate supervision. May serve as trade lead on routine projects of limited scope.
The Electrical Engineer Senior Associate will communicate and operate in line with organizational goals and values, as well as departmental objectives.
Essential Functions
Assist in Production of Electrical Engineering Documents (50%)
+ Perform intermediate to advanced engineering work as directed
+ Perform intermediate to advanced electrical design tasks under a senior engineer's supervision
+ Perform intermediate to advanced computations and analysis for electrical systems
+ Utilize AutoCAD and Revit software to prepare drawings and visual aids
+ Review and write basic sequence of operations
Assist in Pre-Construction Activities (15%)
+ Survey existing building conditions and prepare technical reports of findings
+ Collect data and other information for construction documents
+ Prepare project design and construction documents
+ Basic editing and writing of project specifications
Assist in Construction Activities (25%)
+ Work as part of the engineering team and interact closely with the project management team
+ Review shop drawings and submittals
+ Review and respond to RFIs
+ Review and complete punch lists and project close out documents
Reporting (10%)
+ Prepare project progress reports for internal and external stakeholders
+ Update and maintain shop drawing and RFI log
+ Manage personal hours using company tools
Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned
Requirements
Position Requirements (Intermediate level for all the following)
+ Knowledge of the fundamentals of electrical systems found in buildings including single/three phase power distribution, lighting and lighting controls, grounding and life safety systems
+ Knowledge of codes and specifications for the design of electrical systems including National Electric Code, Life Safety and Energy Conservation Codes
+ Knowledge of technical / design software including short circuit coordination and arc flash studies, equipment sizing and lighting calculations
+ Skilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management
+ Skilled in performing code analysis including selection of equipment, wiring, etc. to meet code requirements
+ Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail
+ Ability to work successfully in a remote environment thru effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspace
+ Ability to follow company and site safety requirements
+ Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence
+ Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information)
+ Ability to communicate effectively directly with clients and at times serve as primary point of client contact
+ Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with moderate supervision
+ Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines
+ Organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Physical Demands
The following physical demands must be met by the 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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is
+ Frequently required to remain in a stationary position
+ Frequently moving through office, facility and other environments
+ On occasion the employee may move equipment weighing up to 25 pounds
Travel / Relocation Requirements
+ Approximately 10%, this may include travel to any or all 50 US states
+ Travel is defined as physically leaving home on behalf of business activities including but not limited to client sites, meetings with other employees, meeting for business development purposes, running errands on behalf of the business, attending industry conferences, etc.
Education / Experience
+ Bachelor's degree in electrical from ABET accredited institution, with a sound knowledge of engineering fundamentals
PLUS
+ Minimum of three years of electrical engineering experience
DLB Associates is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
We are committed to diversifying our workforce.
DLB Associates participates in the E-Verify program with the Department of Homeland Security.
For the health and safety of our employees and clients, we strongly encourage vaccination against COVID-19.u202F Some of our clients require the vaccination for their employees, their contractors and visitors to their facilities, which includes DLB.u202F We follow the guidance set forth by the CDC for all current and future amendments of our policies on this topic.u202F
Benefits
DLB Associates offers a very competitive benefits package; highlights include
+ Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)
+ Health reimbursement account (HRA), flex spending accounts (FSA)
+ Dental and vision plans
+ Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26
+ 401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option
+ PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year
+ Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
+ Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage
+ Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance
+ Paid parental leave after one year of employment
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