Engineering Design Lead

Description

Engineering Design Lead
This position can be based out of our San Jose, CA office or fully remote.

About ArchKey

ArchKey is one of the nation’s largest privately held specialty trade installation and integrated facility service companies. We are a leader in designing, building and maintaining electrical, technologies and specialty systems. We’re the POWER behind making the improbable possible.

We’re electrifying the nation, energizing the future and bringing communities to life like never before. What we do today shapes the vision of tomorrow. Our work impacts lives long after the building is done. This means we are committed to building in ways that are not just technologically advanced, but sustainable, scalable and equitable by all. We’re not just energizing infrastructure, we’re energizing careers, communities, and the future.

Made up of the brightest minds in the industry, our team is our greatest asset, bringing knowledge, skills, and experience to every project. This is more than a call to join us, it’s an invitation to be part of a visionary journey, to grow with us as we scale.

About the Position

As an Engineering Design Lead, you will be responsible for leading the engineering design, NEC Code, constructability, and prefab building information modeling (BIM) services for Company projects, performing the design of complex systems, exercising judgment in evaluation and selection of equipment and systems components for major projects, or for several smaller but complex projects within the specific discipline. This position works closely with project managers, BIM specialists, designers, design engineers and others to develop and facilitate the planning strategies required for each specific project.

Our Ideal Candidate

• Has a growth mindset and is always looking to continually learn and grow.
• Has strong knowledge of the National Electric Code and other building codes as they relate to design.
• Can coach and mentor others with excellent listening and communication skills.

Day in the Life

• Leads constructability and prefab strategies on assigned projects from inception through completion, in consultation with the project team. Completes 2D and 3D drafting tasks to support electrical construction initiatives, utilizing Autodesk and other standard Company software.
• Acts as the primary constructability and QA/QC source for the team to ensure deliverables are high quality and meet company standards.
• May perform the following fundamental engineering functions:
  • Performs lighting & power design and layouts including circuiting and switching schemes.
  • Performs single line designs, panel schedules, load calculations, and Design Master Electrical.
  • Organizes details of construction drawings and responds to construction administration items as they arise.
  • Coordinates planning with architects, structural, civil, and mechanical engineers.
• Attends BIM coordination meetings and makes appropriate changes as needed, escalating cost and scheduling issues to manager. Supports and complies with all BIM, modeling, prefab, technologies, and planning standards. Provides recommendations for changes to improve standards and procedures, as necessary. Responds to questions and addresses problems with appropriate resolutions and plan revisions.
• Works closely with design teams while applying detailed attention to modeling, clashing and annotating sheets. Gathers and requests specific information from other design disciplines necessary to move forward and complete electrical designs on schedule. Surveys job sites as needed for scope of work and quality to determine compliance with the prepared documents and customer expectations.
• Monitors the design activities of other design professionals as needed to achieve high performance for work quality and productivity. This includes providing coaching, training, and mentoring for others. Provides performance feedback regularly.
• Coordinates and reviews design and drawing work for team members and coordinates workload through the entire project development to complete documents on schedule.
• Consults with vendors and reviews project shop drawings for design accuracy and contract requirements. Works with project managers as needed to develop engineered construction installation drawings from contract documents developed by outside firms.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent work experience in electrical engineering, electrical design, or a related field. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 8-9 years of BIM modeling experience, electrical design experience. Experience and ability to work independently on assigned projects. Minimum 5 years of field foreman experience preferred.
• Journeyman or Master Electrician License helpful.
• Experience in electrical power distribution, lighting, and installation. Knowledge and experience with NEC, designated state construction and city codes preferred.
• Experience and proficiency using Revit, Navisworks, AEC, ACC, Autodesk, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office software. Experience and proficiency using SKM and ETAP and/or Design Master electrical for engineering track positions.
• Skills to read, interpret and understand electrical contracts, plans, drawings, and specifications. Knowledge of the National Electric Code. Trained and proficient with design techniques, electrical specifications, documentation, scheduling and power, lighting, and systems design work.
• Capable of handling multiple projects and supporting engineering design leadership in development and implementation, along with maintaining Company engineering design and BIM modeling protocol.
• Experience and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, assess multiple demands and manage priorities with a high degree of detail and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated strong mathematical and analytical skills. Strong independent problem-solving, customer service and time management skills. Demonstrates good judgment in reporting problems.
• Excellent leadership, listening, interpersonal, writing, and verbal communication skills. Strong collaboration and teamwork skills. Effective small and large group training and facilitation skills with diverse teams.

Travel

• Occasional travel may be required

Salary Range

• $119,800 - $143,700 annually, based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

At ArchKey Solutions, our benefits package includes competitive health insurance options (medical, dental, and vision), a robust 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holidays, and access to wellness programs. Additionally, we offer professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and employee assistance programs to support your growth and well-being. We ensure that our benefits are designed to promote the health, security, and work-life balance of our employees. Additional information is available at Archkey.com.

Legal & Fraud Disclaimer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. #CA30-1

Beware of fraudulent job postings. ArchKey Solutions only communicates through official channels. All official communication will come from an @archkey.com email address and we will never ask for financial information, payments, or personal details outside of the standard hiring process. To confirm the legitimacy of a job, visit our careers page or reach out to a member of our Talent Acquisition team.