Electrical Engineer

Job Description

CBRE is looking for and Electrical Engineer to support our large confidential and prestigious technology client in Data Center construction projects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the development of next generation electrical system products
• Contribute to new technology insertions through collaboration with the core engineering teams during development. Create system level concept and schematics designs, and carry through to detailed designs
• Provide and prepare all types of documents including: statement of work, engineering reports, design documents, total cost of ownership analysis, drawing markup, budget, schedule, and commissioning program documents
• Coordinate documentation of electrical design, end to end scope, for data center builds
• Collaborate with the design, construction, facilities, and environmental health and safety teams to develop/revise company proprietary data center (DC) electrical designs and products
• Effectively lead meetings with stakeholders, manage and distribute meeting notes, distribute action items, and follow-up on open items
• Manage external vendors delivering design through construction services throughout the product or construction life cycle
• Work with internal stakeholders on system requirements and translate requirements into design drawings for distribution to external consultants
• Implement automation tools to reduce the production time internally and externally
• Reviewing in-progress drawings & Autodesk Revit models to ensure documentation is at an appropriate level of detail at each design milestone, identify coordination issues, and escalate to our consultants to prioritize their focus on critical items affecting schedule to close out during design meetings
• Proactively escalate and communicate issues or challenges to the appropriate teams, develop solutions, and implement with appropriate approvals
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

No formal supervisory responsibilities in this position. May provide informal assistance such as technical guidance and/or training to coworkers. May coordinate work and assign tasks.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering with a minimum of three years related industry experience.

Preferred Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of electrical power systems
• 4-8 years of experience focused on electrical design, project management, construction management experience
• Experience with AutoCAD and Revit or equivalent
• Familiarity and experience in working with cross discipline teams: architecture, civil, mechanical, plumbing, structural, and telecom
• General knowledge of design practices coordinated with architectural, civil, electrical, fire-life safety, mechanical, plumbing, site-planning, and structural
• Practical knowledge of critical infrastructure
• Ability to structure and solve complex, ambiguous problems
• Excellent project management, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Experience developing requests for proposal (RFPs), scheduling projects, cost engineering, reporting project status and costs, and consulting with contractors and vendors

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with mission critical equipment/environments (e.g., switchgear, generators, chillers, cooling towers, air handling units, controls, security monitoring systems, fire safety systems)
• Bachelor's Degree, Professional Engineering license a plus
• Experience managing vendor relationships
• Familiarity with Google Drive and all related products (sheets, docs, slides)
• Knowledge of large-scale facility medium voltage and high voltage electrical systems
• Experience in the bidding, designing, operating, and commissioning of electrical distribution systems
• Understanding of startup/commissioning processes and standard practices in the design and construction industry
• Excellent requirement gathering, resource organization, task prioritization, scheduling, and goal attainment skills
• Knowledge of BIM360 a plus

CERTIFICATES and/or LICENSES

A valid driver's license with a good driving record for applicable vehicles, without restrictions, or limiting conditions. (Corrective lenses permitted)

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers. Ability to effectively present information.

FINANCIAL KNOWLEDGE

Requires knowledge of financial terms and principles. Ability to calculate intermediate figures such as percentages, discounts, and/or commissions. Conducts basic financial analysis.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret documents. Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations. Requires intermediate analytical and quantitative skills.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES

Must possess a thorough knowledge of the use, setup and operation of Windows-based computers and desktop applications such as MS-Word and MS-Excel.

Must be familiar with the design and specification of new equipment, including electrical distribution systems, motors, variable frequency drives, controls, lighting, electrical auxiliaries, etc.

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY

Decisions made with understanding of procedures and company policies to achieve set results and deadlines. Responsible for setting own project deadlines. Errors in judgment may cause short-term impact to co-workers and supervisor.

CBRE is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

NOTE: Some, but not all, of our positions may have an additional requirement to comply with COVID-19 health and safety protocols, including COVID-19 vaccination proof and/or rigorous testing. If you have questions about the requirement(s) for this position, please inform your Recruiter.