Posting Title: Electrical Designer (Commercial Experience)
Reports To: Supervising Electrical Engineer
Location: San Jose, California - Hybrid / Onsite 2 days a week
Salary Range: $108,000 to $143,000
Final determination of a successful candidate's starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education and experience. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets.
WHO WE ARE
For more than 70 years, Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) has been powered by people who've built a reputation for delivering high-profile, complex projects. Real, tangible things that alter the landscape and improve lives. But even more than that, we've built a reputation for integrity. We're problem solvers and innovation seekers. We're team players and safety fanatics. And we always-always-do the right thing. Even when no one is looking. Because what we do here is important, but how we do it is everything.
THE ENGINEERING TEAM
With an in-house team of electrical engineers, designers, VDC coordinators and CAD operators, our resources rival those of standalone engineering firms. We are a true provider of turnkey electrical solutions-from design to delivery. As a part of this department, you can expect to work closely with our project management and field installation teams to streamline the construction process.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Engineer Level 3: Independently evaluates, selects, and applies standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria, using judgment in making adaptations and modifications. Assignments have clear and specified objectives. This level requires developmental experience in a professional position or equivalent graduate-level education. Receives instructions on specific assignment objectives, complex features, and possible solutions. Assistance is furnished on unusual problems. Work is reviewed for correctness and application of the QAQC Process and professional judgment. Includes responsibilities and tasks outlined in Engineer Levels 1 - 2.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
May supervise or coordinate the work of other designers and CAD/VDC production team.
Essential Job Functions:
Perform progressively independent design of power and lighting systems
Perform design tasks assigned by Designers or Engineers
Markup of the electrical power and lighting systems/ preparation of drawings
Assemble design drawings and documents and provide or coordinate delivery
Utilize software tools to perform broad range of engineering calculations and report
Prepare and coordinates portions of design effort and project scope requirements
Other Functions:
Increased interaction with Project manager, external design team and information management
Maintain professional and technical development goals to acquire PE certification
Mentor Designers
Obtain Professional Development and Training
Other Responsibilities:
Thorough understanding of the Engineering department's design and CAD/VDC workflows
Thorough understanding of CEI's business inter-department functions
Thorough proficient use of AutoCAD - MEP/REVIT, CAD and file management
Thorough proficient understanding of fundamental power & lighting systems
Thorough understanding of the various State and National CODES governing our work
Provide Conformance to the Standards and processes outlined by the CAD/VDC Manager
Support team and department objectives for individual and department development.
Knowledge: A seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of area of specialization; resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways. This job is the fully qualified, career-oriented, journey-level position.
Job Complexity: Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Networks with senior internal and external personnel in own area of expertise.
Supervision: Normally receives little instruction on day-to-day work, general instructions on new assignments.
ABOUT YOU
Basic Microsoft Office applications, AutoCAD - MEP/REVIT - Etap/SKM (desired)
Good time management, communication and people skills
Engineer in Training (EIT) certified desired
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.
Education: Electrical Engineering or similar Bachelor of Science degree
Licensure/Certifications: Engineer-in-Training Certification (EIT)certified desire
Experience: 4-6 years working for an electrical design firm or design build electrical contractor. Solar electrical systems background.
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CEI is a place where every single person can-and does-have an impact on the work we do and the communities we serve. Here, you can build your own story and grow to your full potential. You can collaborate and celebrate with amazing people. And you'll go home every day knowing you helped contribute to important work that shapes people's lives. Our commercial, data center and energy projects may be complex, but our approach is simple. We build great things and we do it with great people.
The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department, program or project needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
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Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
