Electrical Designer – Entry Level

Electrical Designer – Entry Level

Department
MEP

Office
Victor, NY

Summary

APD is seeking an Electrical Designer in our Victor, NY office. This position will be responsible for the engineering of electrical systems for retail, restaurant, public infrastructure and facilities, recreation, education and residential, with a heavy emphasis on retail design. Excellent opportunity for growth and advancement.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE

  • Develop construction drawings suitable for the public bidding of electrical systems.
  • Perform load calculations to determine building service size, power distribution, voltage drops, wiring size, lighting, and emergency power systems.
  • Develop construction drawings suitable for the public bidding of electrical systems.
  • Perform load calculations to determine building service size, power distribution, voltage drops, wiring size, lighting, and emergency power systems.
  • Populate panel schedules, generate risers and single line diagrams.
  • Ability to coordinate with Mechanical, Plumbing and Fire Protection systems for power requirements.
  • Ensure NEC, energy and NFPA codes and specifications are implemented.
  • Ability to adhere to deadlines and work in a fast paced consulting environment.
  • Perform field visits to document and verify existing equipment and systems.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • AS or BS degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university.
  • 0-5+ years’ experience in electrical design with some knowledge of power distribution, fire alarm, data & communications, lighting and emergency power systems.
  • Ability to bring projects to completion with supervision and assist in the QA/QC process.
  • Excellent communication skills and experience/proficiency in PC use and application.
  • One or more years of AutoCAD education, training, or related experience..

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • BS in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university.
  • Engineer-in-Training (EIT).
  • Previous design experience with an MEP engineering consultant.
  • Solid experience with latest version of AutoCAD and Revit.
  • Experience in applying requirements of applicable NEC, NFPA, building, and energy codes.
  • Ability to work independently with little supervision.
  • Eligible to obtain LEED BD+C credentials.

 

APD is where you want to be!

APD offers a strong benefits package including health insurance, professional development, paid time off, 401(k) and much more. APD provides multidisciplinary design and engineering solutions to the private and public sectors. We apply our distinct approach to projects in retail, restaurant, public infrastructure and facilities, recreation, education, and residential. If you desire to be challenged and rewarded for your efforts, we invite you to consider APD Engineering and Architecture.

To apply submit your resume and cover letter to Beth Harrison at bharrison@apd.com.