Senior Electrical Designer
$90,000–$125,000 year
On-siteScottsdale, Arizona, United States
Job Summary
Develop detailed electrical design deliverables using AutoCAD, including power distribution one-line diagrams, panel schedules, lighting and receptacle layouts, grounding system plans, and lightning protection systems. Determine conduit, conductor, and wire sizing while assessing cable tray fills to guarantee proper management and scalability. Perform short circuit and voltage drop calculations to ensure system safety, reliability, and compliance with local, state, and national electrical codes. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on complex features and support project managers in managing scope, schedule, and cost through accurate timelines and RFI responses. Mentor junior designers on drafting standards and calculation techniques.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Associate degree in engineering or architectural fields
- Demonstrated proficiency in AutoCAD
- Ability to produce power distribution schematics, panel schedules, lighting and grounding plans, and other system diagrams aligned with industry standards and client criteria
- Proficient in interpreting electrical one-line diagrams, creating construction documents, and collaborating within multidisciplinary project teams
- Knowledge of electrical codes and standards (e.g., National Electric Code, NFPA, etc.)
- Proven ability to coordinate and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams including project managers, engineers, architects, and trades to deliver technically accurate and constructible designs
- Effective communication skills for client interactions, contractor coordination, and mentoring junior team members in design best practices and drafting standards
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with other tools such as Revit, ETAP, SKM PowerTools, and/or EasyPower
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