Electrical Designer - Richmond
Develop your expertise throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia by joining our team at Thompson Consulting Engineers! We are a leader in K-12 and municipal engineering design with consulting engineering, construction administration, and commissioning services at the heart of our business. We work for clients directly, as a subconsultant, and in the design-build capacity for contractors. Our specialized work in state-of-the-art buildings offers exciting challenges and great rewards to our team.
Our team is highly collaborative and leadership principled, with a commitment not only to our many clients, but more importantly to each other. Our collective efforts have led to our success since our firm’s founding in 1954. Thompson Consulting Engineers’ leadership averages over 25 years of experience with the firm and provides commitment to our employees’ success and development. Our family-oriented culture has rewarded the firm with highly dedicated professionals who are essential to our team. We offer competitive compensation and flexible work schedules. We regularly enjoy social activities outside the office with the team throughout the year.
We are looking for a full-time Electrical Designer to join our Richmond office. This position reports to our Vice President.
Purpose – The Electrical Designer provides engineering and consulting services to the client throughout the project’s lifecycle.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform all aspects of the following electrical engineering design:
Power (Normal and emergency).
Lighting (Interior and exterior).
Fire alarm system.
Auxiliary Systems (Intercom, clocks, data, telephone, and specialty sound).
Security Systems (Access control, video surveillance, and Intrusion detection).
Perform lighting, voltage drop, and short circuit calculations.
Perform electrical cost estimates for projects.
Coordinate and communicate all aspects of electrical design within the multi-disciplinary teams.
Prepare accurate and complete electrical project programming, schematic designs, design development designs, and construction documents.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES:
Maintains a professional appearance to ensure we are presenting ourselves well to our clients and customers.
Perform field work during design to document existing electrical system conditions.
Review of manufacturer’s shop drawings.
Review and respond to RFI, COP, and pay applications,
Routine communications with our Architectural clients and other project consultants required during project design and construction.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
5-8 years of experience
Work with, respond to, and take direction from project managers, principal in charge, and senior management.
Work independently with limited direction. Basic computer skills include the use of Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Certified in Electrical Design
Familiarity with electrical specifications.
Familiarity with the National Electric Code (NEC).
Familiarity with AutoCAD and REVIT software systems for viewing and minor editing of drawings.
Maintaining professionalism when dealing with colleagues and clients.
COMPENSATION:
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, 401(k) and a hybrid work schedule. If you are an organized and detail-oriented individual with a passion for construction, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Salary Range is $75,000 - $100,000 a year, commensurate with experience.
HOW TO APPLY:
Send resumes and salary requirements to careers@tceva.com.
Thompson Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
