- Location: Vancouver, Washington
- Type: Direct Hire
- Job #8903
- Salary: $140,000
Overview:
Our client, a multidisciplinary engineering firm specializing in complex public infrastructure and facility projects, is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer - Power Systems Design to help design and modernize electrical infrastructure for hospitals, healthcare facilities, government buildings, schools, municipal facilities, and other commercial and institutional projects. From power distribution and generator systems to emergency power infrastructure and complex renovations of existing facilities, this position offers meaningful work that calls for creativity, technical expertise, and sound engineering judgment. The Lead Electrical Engineer will work alongside experienced engineers, dedicated BIM and drafting professionals, and multidisciplinary design teams to bring projects from concept through construction. This full-time, remote position strongly prefers candidates residing in Washington State due to field verification needs and periodic travel to project sites.
Pay range: $140,000 - $170,000 DOE
Benefits:
- Paid Sick Leave: Up to 52 hours accrued annually
- Paid Time Off: Two weeks accrued annually
- Unpaid Leave: Available with advance notice and management coordination
- Health Benefits: 50% of employee-only health insurance premiums covered
Responsibilities:
- Electrical Power Systems Design & Engineering
- Take technical ownership of electrical power system designs for new construction, renovations, and existing-facility modernization projects.
- Design power distribution systems operating at 600V and below, primarily 480V and 208V.
- Engineer generator infrastructure, emergency and standby power systems, and lighting inverter systems.
- Develop one-line diagrams, electrical distribution layouts, panel schedules, equipment schedules, and technical design documentation.
- Perform load calculations, demand analysis, voltage drop calculations, and electrical equipment sizing.
- Research equipment and work with manufacturers to develop practical, code-compliant solutions.
- Evaluate alternatives to improve constructability, performance, cost, and long-term reliability.
- Technical Specifications, Code Compliance & Cost Estimating
- Develop and edit Division 26 specifications tailored to individual project requirements.
- Research equipment specifications, manufacturer requirements, and procurement considerations.
- Prepare construction cost estimates using RSMeans or comparable methodologies.
- Ensure compliance with the NEC, Washington State Energy Code, and other applicable requirements.
- Support electrical permit reviews and technical responses to plan review comments.
- Perform or coordinate specialized studies, including arc flash and protective device coordination, when required.
- Existing Facilities & Infrastructure Modernization
- Investigate existing electrical systems and evaluate available as-built information.
- Identify equipment limitations, capacity concerns, and potential design constraints.
- Determine when additional investigation or load monitoring, including 30-day metering, is appropriate.
- Develop practical solutions for renovations, infrastructure upgrades, and equipment replacements.
- Coordinate with facility personnel, contractors, and project teams.
- Collaboration With Engineering & BIM Teams
- Prepare detailed engineering markups and technical direction using Bluebeam.
- Work with drafting staff to develop accurate construction documents.
- Review drawings for technical accuracy, coordination, and completeness.
- Coordinate with engineers across multiple disciplines.
- Support junior engineers and production staff through technical guidance and desig