Electrical Engineering I - Remote

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VAA helps employees reach both their professional and personal goals. The opportunity for a hybrid work week is a huge benefit to employees and their quality of life.

Every day, there’s a new project, new learning experience, and new challenges. Electrical Full Time - Hybrid/Remote New Orleans, Louisiana, United States - 70087

Electrical Designer (Hybrid/Flex)

Our growing firm is looking for passionate problem-solvers driven to make a real impact: we're hiring an Electrical Designer. Design the infrastructure that propels commerce, enables a more-sustainable impact, elevates municipal services, and creates impressive gathering spaces. At VAA, you'll have unique opportunities to utilize your talents and experience while flexing your problem-solving muscles.

The Electrical team specializes in the design of electrical power distribution and lighting systems for commercial buildings, industrial and agribusiness facilities.

Commercial projects include greenfield and tenant improvement/refurbishment of building power, energy efficient lighting and controls and emergency or standby power systems.

Industrial and agribusiness projects range from grain storage, milling and seed oil extraction, power generation and manufacturing facilities. System designs include medium and low voltage power, lighting, raceway and hazardous area classifications.

The Designer works with Engineers and Project Managers to prepare complete construction documents and assists during the construction support phase.

Layout plans, sections and details to specified CAD standards and generate 3D models of electrical systems working directly with engineers or project managers.

Communicate with clients and/or contractors regarding RFI's and field questions.

May require occasional travel for site observations and field measurements.

Certificate in construction-related design/drafting or higher and at least 3 years of directly related experience.

Basic understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC).

Starting Hourly Range: $28.50 - $33.50. A variety of factors are considered when determining an offer including, but not limited to, market data, geographic location, experience, and specialized skills.

Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life insurance, profit-sharing, 401(k), paid leave, and more!

VAA is an Engineering, Planning and Design firm specializing in commercial projects, bulk commodity-handling facilities, and structures for value-added processing, manufacturing and distribution. VAA is one of the industry's leading firms, combining nearly a half-century of excellence with a vibrant, future-focused energy. We serve a diverse portfolio of clients, ranging from multinational corporations to local municipalities to individual farms and businesses.

Hear first-hand what it's like to work here, the range of opportunities you can find and the wealth of resources that will support you - both professionally and personally:

It's not all calcs and CAD around here. Join your peers for a chili cookoff or homebrew tasting... get an opportunity to dunk the CEO during our annual Community Caring Campaign. At VAA, we're committed to building community from within and making a difference in the communities where we live and work.

Support for life/work balance: flexible schedule options, onsite gym, Employee Assistance Program, and fun opportunities for friendly competition

Ongoing professional development, including mentoring, online learning and tuition reimbursement.

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2024-2025 National recognition based on employee survey results
2022-2025 National recognition based on employee survey results
2024 National recognition based on employee survey results.
2022-2024 Local recognition based on employee survey results
upload your resume and follow the application steps. You will receive an email notifying you that your application has been received.

Application Review. VAA will review your application and contact you if your background meets our hiring needs. (Candidates may participate in phone, virtual, and/or in-person interviews. We will notify you as soon as possible.