What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Designer position at SSOE, Inc.?
Overview
SSOE provides unparalleled opportunities for professional growth, offering the advantages typical of a large firm combined with the collaborative and supportive culture commonly associated with smaller organizations. We prioritize an employee-centric atmosphere that fosters a healthy work-life balance, exceptional benefits, and a commitment to continuous learning.
We are seeking a skilled Electrical Designer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will engage in the designing, developing, and implementing of cutting-edge electrical systems for state-of-the-art industrial and high-tech manufacturing facilities serving global leaders in technology. As an Electrical Designer at SSOE, you will have a foundation in electrical design, focusing on low to medium voltage environments. The ideal candidate possesses experience with distribution panel loading, short circuit analysis, voltage drop calculations, conduit and conductor sizing, and cable tray fills. Join us in shaping innovative design-build projects with a relentless commitment to quality, efficiency, and collaborative excellence. This position is a hybrid role that will require you to occasionally work onsite and be located in the Chandler, AZ area. Fully remote or travel work arrangements for this role are not available.
Responsibilities
- Generate comprehensive technical project plans, specifications, drawings, and models aligned with both industry standards and client requirements, including power distribution schematics, lighting layouts, grounding plans, and control system diagrams.
- Determine conduit, conductor, and wire sizing, meticulously accounting for current loads and environmental variables.
- Assess cable tray fills methodically to guarantee proper cable management, organization, and future scalability.
- Perform detailed short circuit calculations to accurately determine fault currents, select appropriate protective devices, and ensure system safety and reliability.
- Perform precise voltage drop calculations to ensure electrical system stability and compliance with industry standards.
- Ensure all electrical designs strictly adhere to pertinent local, state, and national electrical codes and regulations.
- Apply established electrical design techniques, such as load flow analysis and fault current calculations, and exercise discernment in adapting and modifying design concepts as needed. Uphold quality control by adhering to company and team electrical design standards and industry best practices.
- Will work with other Designers, Sr. Engineers, Project Managers, and other stakeholders on specific assigned objectives, complex features, and aid in deriving possible solutions to unusual problems.
- Foster collaboration, communication, strategy, and support within your team, multidisciplinary groups (Mechanical, Structural, Process/Chemical, Architectural, etc.), and inter-company teams to optimize efficiency, quality, and resource allocation.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED is required. An Associate degree in engineering or architectural fields is preferred.
- Demonstrated proficiency in AutoCAD is required. Experience with other tools such as Revit, ETAP, SKM PowerTools, and/or EasyPower is a plus.
- Knowledge of electrical codes and standards (e.g., National Electric Code, NFPA, etc.).
- Salary Range: $50,000 - $100,000/year depending on location, education, experience, and any certifications that are directly related to the position.
- Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, 401K retirement savings plan (with company matching), opportunities for professional development and training, PTO, & paid holidays.
Why Choose SSOE?
With a history of stability spanning more than 70 years, we’ve continued to succeed in an industry of constant change and disruption. Our clients have consistently reported to us that our people are one of our greatest strengths and differentiators. At SSOE, we work to create a clear path to building your career with us. Throughout your career, you’ll be given the opportunity to work on new and exciting projects and be given training so you can deepen and extend your skills.
We look forward to having you join our team.
Salary : $50,000 - $100,000
