Senior Electrical Engineer - Healthcare

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION SPECIFICATION

Position: Senior Electrical Engineer

Department: Healthcare (HC)

Reporting Relationship: Electrical Engineering Manager, HC

COMPANY BACKGROUND

KFI Engineers is a recognized industry leader in facility infrastructure design and performance. Since 1996, our culture of collaboration and unique capabilities have allowed us to make a difference in the way infrastructure and processing projects are delivered.

Headquartered in St. Paul, MN, with numerous regional offices throughout the United States, and a team of hundreds of professionals, we offer opportunities to continue your career with mentorship programs, career growth support, and continued education. With KFI, we find a way to provide creative solutions to unique projects while providing the same care we would expect if we were the client. For more information about KFI Engineers and our culture, please visit

POSITION OVERVIEW & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Senior Electrical Engineer (Level IV) plays a key role in the successful execution of projects from start to finish. This individual will provide technical and engineering excellence, as well as successful delivery of work to our customers. The Senior Electrical Engineer is responsible for a high level of customer satisfaction by ensuring expectations are clearly communicated and managed. The successful candidate will also contribute to a dynamic team environment by being proactive, communicating clearly to all stakeholders, and modeling a highly collaborative working environment. This person will also actively support the business development process, through the writing of proposals and meeting with prospective and current customers.

Specific responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Assists with the design of one or more of the following: power distribution systems (primary requirement), size motor feeders and starters.
• Supports the design of building power and lighting systems. Includes the design of special systems, such as ground fault, lightning protection, emergency generator, UPS, etc.
• Prepares engineering documents and equipment specifications to meet contracted scope of work and to ensure application of Electrical Engineering Principles.
• Assists with performing voltage drop and short-circuit calculations. Perform arc fault analysis.
• Coordinates work with other departments and project team members as well as contractors.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 10+ years of electrical engineering experience.
• Professional Engineering (P.E.) registration in Ohio, or the ability to obtain Ohio registration via comity.
• Project experience and a working knowledge of electrical design for building projects.
• Healthcare design experience, familiarity with FGI guidelines and NFPA 99.
• Strong electrical design expertise across various industries and processes.
• Knowledge in both Revit and AutoCAD, or similar drawing experience.
• Comprehensive understanding of Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, and Structural Engineering construction practices.
• In-depth knowledge of industry codes and standards (NEC, NFPA, NESC, ANSI/IEEE, NFPA, IBC, Life Safety Code, etc.).
• Knowledge of computer technology and specific areas of application, including MS Office.
• Proven ability to build strong client relationships and establish credibility.
• Demonstrated leadership, and supervisory or people-management experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, verbal and written.
• Collaborate effectively with Designers, Engineers, Project Managers, and other stakeholders.
• Able to synthesize ideas into a set of recommendations.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective meeting management skills.
• Represent the company in a professional manner.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on a permanent basis without the need for work sponsorship now or in the future.
• Travel: May include up to 25% domestic travel

Preferred

• Experience in healthcare market segments is preferred.
• Experience in infrastructure design for healthcare facilities.
• Healthcare design experience, familiarity with FGI guidelines and NFPA 99.
• P.E. registration in other states is desirable.

Working Conditions

• Some work locations will feature the tough terrain typical of construction sites or require lifting or moving field testing equipment.

CORE BEHAVIORS

Accountable

• Demonstrates persistence in the achievement of goals.
• Acts with a sense of urgency.
• Takes responsibility for own actions.

Business Focus

• Demonstrates agility, adapts well to changes.
• Works well under pressure.
• Meets commitments to internal/external customers.

Project Execution

• Plans projects well, managing last-minute rushes and disruptions.
• Balances Speed and Quality.
• Looks for improvement in our delivery, tools and processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Demonstrates Respect for Others

• Keeps others adequately informed.
• Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views.
• Adapts communication style and method based on audience and situation.

Team Player

• Balances team and individual responsibilities.
• Shares expertise with others.
• Inspires respect and trust.

Managing People

• Develops employees’ skills and encourages growth.
• Consistently provides timely feedback to employees.
• Delegates effectively, providing clear direction and authority to act.

Benefits:

At KFI, our comprehensive benefit program provides our employees with the resources to support their health, wellness and financial well-being. Full-Time employees have access to:

• Health, dental and vision insurance coverage
• Virtual health services
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) for HDHP enrollees with KFI contributions
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) plan
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance, life and AD&D insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off to include Earned Sick and Safe Time in accordance with state laws
• Company Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Bereavement Leave
• Voluntary benefits offered include life, accident, critical illness coverage

Please note this job description is not designed to cover a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

KFI Engineers is an EOE including veterans and disability.