Electrical Engineer II

Job Description

Job Description

BCA WORKS FOR YOU

BCA is a team of architects & interior designers, engineers, and industry professionals working across New York State on the projects communities rely on most - schools, hospitals, public spaces, and infrastructure. We have offices in Binghamton, Ithaca, Rochester, Saratoga Springs, Syracuse, Troy and Watertown, and we work as one firm across disciplines and geography.

We hire experienced people because we need what they bring. In return, you'll have real ownership of your work, colleagues who are approachable and generous with what they know, and a firm that's serious about where it's headed. We're a firm that's intentionally evolving, and the experienced people we hire are a part of how that happens. We're not the finished product - but that's part of the point. If you want to be part of building something, BCA is a place where that's actually true.

JOB SUMMARY: The Electrical Engineer II supports the electrical team in the design and development of building systems, contributing to projects with increased independence and technical responsibility. This role is responsible for developing Revit models and construction documents, coordinating across disciplines, and supporting construction administration activities throughout all phases of a project.

REPORTS TO: Project Manager / Manager of Electrical Engineering

MENTORS: Electrical Engineer I

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Contributes to the electrical design and documentation of building systems
• Produce electrical BIM models relative to compliance with office standards for graphics, model structure, and data management.
• Prepares electrical drawings and documentation (Revit primarily, AutoCAD as needed)
• Coordinate and prepare electrical loading, circuit electrical loads and lighting calculations.
• Prepare and/or obtain electrical equipment selections.
• Produces clear, complete, and constructible details for the electrical work.
• Editing of project specifications.
• Preparing cost estimating for all electrical aspects of the project.
• Coordinating and executing the High Performance Design (LEED, CHPS, etc.) when part of project objectives.
• Execution of the electrical design during Construction Administration phase with tasks such as submittal review, RFI research and response.
• Accomplishes all other duties and tasks as appropriately assigned or requested. 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or 5-8+ years of experience in the electrical engineering field. 
• IE certification preferred. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the basic principles of electrical engineering.
• Experience with BIM software, Revit preferred.
• Experience with AutoCAD software.
• Experience with specification software, SpecLink preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, NewForma or similar.
• Knowledge of Building, Energy and Electrical codes
• Knowledge of modern building construction methods and materials and of the preparation of specifications.
• Demonstrated successful ability to delegate, manage, and oversee workload of junior level engineers.
• Excellent verbal and written skills, including ability to present to others in small and large group formats.
• Excellent project management skills, with ability to multi-task and handle competing priorities effectively, while delivering quality work on time.
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills, with a priority on cost effectiveness and client satisfaction. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.