Electrical / RCDD Engineer

Job Overview
Title: Electrical / RCDD Engineer

Department: Healthcare Engineering

Role Type: Full-time (In-office with flexibility)

Location: Fort Collins, CO

About the Company: Apogee Consulting Group was established in 1999 to serve the practical needs of our clients. What began in electrical design has evolved into a powerhouse for healthcare architecture and engineering, providing innovative initiatives across 44 states. We foster a culture of effortless collaboration, innovation, and project ownership, encouraging architects and engineers to work together seamlessly to reach design goals.

About the Position: We are seeking a highly motivated and talented Electrical/RCDD Engineer for a critical role in our Fort Collins office. This position involves researching, developing, and producing comprehensive electrical and low-voltage construction drawings. You will apply high-level expertise in industry concepts and practices to lead healthcare projects from concept to conclusion, ensuring they are delivered on time, under budget, and to our exacting standards.

Key Responsibilities
Design Leadership: Drive the electrical design process for complex healthcare facilities, ensuring novel designs that directly improve client operations and patient lives.

Healthcare Infrastructure: Develop specialized hospital electrical and telecommunication systems, including emergency generators, Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS), and automatic transfer switches (ATS).

Technical Analysis: Perform and demonstrate expertise in arc-flash computations, medium-voltage distribution design, short-circuit calculations, and breaker coordination.

ICT & Low-Voltage: Develop and review specifications for Information Communications Technology (ICT) systems, including material requirements, installation techniques, and performance criteria in accordance with ANSI/TIA standards.

Standards Compliance: Maintain strict adherence to NFPA 70 (NEC), NFPA 72 (Fire Alarm), ANSI/TIA, and local building norms.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work across disciplines to integrate electrical power, lighting, and low-voltage systems into the overall building architecture.

Mentorship & Development: Guide junior engineers and designers, providing clear instructions and constructive feedback to foster a culture of ongoing learning.

Required Qualifications
Licensure: Current Professional Engineer (PE) License and RCDD (Registered Communications Distribution Designer) License are both required.

Registration: NCEES Registration is required.

Experience: Minimum 6 years of experience in the A/E industry, with at least 2 years as a licensed professional. Specific experience in healthcare projects is required.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university.

Technical Skills: Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and MS Office Suite.

Logistics: U.S. Citizenship is required (Federal Contractor status); ability to travel up to 20% based on project needs.

Preferred Qualifications
Certifications: LEED, CEM (Certified Energy Manager), or LC (Lighting Certified).

Location: Candidates with current ties to or residency in the Northern Colorado area.

Benefits & Perks
Vacation: Up to five weeks of vacation (depending on experience).

Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision with company assistance; free short- and long-term disability and life insurance.

Financial: Company-matched 401(k), HSA/FSA options, and professional license bonuses.

Wellness: 8 paid holidays, a "Birthday Floating Holiday," and an Employee Assistance Program.

Development: Continued educational reimbursement with manager pre-approval.