Electrical Engineer (P.E.)

Job Summary:

AKS Engineering & Forestry (AKS) has an immediate opening for an experienced licensed Electrical Engineer out of our Tualatin, Oregon office. You will work closely with our principals and multidisciplinary task leads on a mix of private site development and public works projects. This opening is ideal for a registered professional who can take the lead on design of projects and can independently manage projects.

Ideal Candidate Qualifications:

• 5 years minimum of experience in full electrical design (power, lighting, and voltage)
• BS in Electrical Engineering or related science field
• Oregon Professional Engineer (PE) License required
• LEED experience is a plus
• Experience designing lighting systems which include controls and compliance with state energy codes
• Knowledge and use of all MS Office products, AutoCAD, Revit, EasyPower, and Visual
• Willingness to travel is required (extensive travel not anticipated). Must have a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record
• Effective written and oral communication skills including proposal and report writing
• Ability to work quickly, manage multiple and conflicting deadlines, and establish priorities
• Comfortable networking with clients and colleagues to develop and maintain professional relationships
• Personal responsibility for completing quality work within budgets and timelines
• Possess solid time management, and follow-through skills
• Proven ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Self-motivated, proactive, and detail-oriented

Job Functions & Responsibilities: This position is responsible for electrical engineering design in all phases including proposal, preliminary engineering, detailed engineering, commissioning, and start-up. You will be involved in the design of low voltage electrical and site lighting systems for a variety of projects including public roadway, and parks for residential community developments, office complexes, commercial, sports fields, pump stations, municipal and industrial projects such as manufacturing facilities.

• Lead and manage electrical/low voltage design components for projects from early planning through design development and construction
• Perform technical calculations, plan lighting and electrical sheet, detail drawings, specifications, recommendations, and construction cost estimate for projects
• Assist with project feasibility studies, prepare preliminary utility backbone infrastructure plans
• Review utility plans prepared by utility providers (e.g., PGE, Pacific Power, local PUD’s, Comcast, Ziply Fiber, etc.)
• Design of street and site lighting including photometric studies and plan preparation
• Drafting or preparing mark ups for lighting and power systems
• Design of low voltage power systems including utility coordination, circuiting, one-line diagrams, etc.
• Perform routine electrical engineering assignments, with instruction from the Project Engineer or Project Manager regarding the expected results
• Perform field inspections and/or evaluations of electrical systems and thorough on-going QA/QC review of deliverables
• Coordinate with in-house disciplines and outside subconsultants
• Perform site and infrastructure design per county/city standards and maintain good communication with the planning/engineering staff of the jurisdiction to minimize future changes and misunderstandings
• Prepare and manage project correspondence and documentation
• Tabulate bid items and calculate construction bid quantities and prepare cost estimates from plans and specifications.
• Network with clients, agency personnel, and colleagues to build/maintain professional network
• Drive company-owned vehicle to job sites and meetings
• Maintain relationships with clients to develop future opportunities

Company Overview:

AKS Engineering & Forestry is a locally owned multi-discipline engineering consulting firm focused on developing infrastructure for private and public clients throughout the Pacific Northwest. Remaining true to our values and diligently maintaining our focus on quality enables our staff to thrive and grow. With six offices and over 26 years in business, AKS is a well-respected and trusted resource to a broad portfolio of clients providing a unique and diverse combination of services.

     - Civil Engineering                             - Land, Aerial, and Hydrographic Surveying
     - Land Use Planning                          - Landscape Architecture
     - Forestry/Forest Engineering          - Arboriculture
     - Natural Resources                           - Water Resources
     - Construction Support Services      - GIS

Culture:

AKS is recognized annually as one of the Top Workplaces in Oregon and Southwest Washington. With a reputation built on personal responsibility, straight answers, practical solutions, and client and employee service, AKS has become a highly sought-after place to work. We care deeply about building long-term relationships at all levels of our organization and look for opportunities to share meals together every week, go on teambuilding adventures, make team site visits, and host events that bring our people and clients together.

We are organized around multidisciplinary teams that follow a project from conception through construction. We function as one team, one company, one community, and empower our employees to deliver their best work to evolve, grow, and succeed.

Benefits:

AKS proudly offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, immediately vested 401k matching, and additional benefits and special perks. Including:

• Opportunities for personal and professional development, mentorship, advancement, and training
• Collaborative team environment, fun atmosphere, all staff, and team events
• Security working for an established, reputable, stable, and successful company
• Weekly lunches with dining area set up to encourage staff to spend unstructured time together
• Flexible work schedule, vacations, and time off

Visit our website for more information on the work we do, and all that AKS offers.