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<p><span style="font-weight: bold">Position Summary: </span>At Kingscott, we know our People are our greatest asset and we strive to always have the best of intentions, approach situations with empathy, build relationships, work as a team, and create an inclusive work environment where you can always be your best self and do your best work.  We are seeking a motivated Electrical Designer with 5+ years of experience to join our growing Architectural and Engineering Design firm. This individual will support the design and development of electrical systems for K-12 and commercial projects, ensuring compliance with client needs and industry standards. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical skills and collaborative capabilities. This role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, managing project timelines, and mentoring junior engineers.</p> <p><br><br></p> <p><span style="font-weight: bold">Organizational Values:</span></p> <p>Our belief in people leads us to work with project partners that have people at their center. Our company values are:</p> <ul> <li>Investing in People</li> <li>Achieving the Extraordinary</li> <li>Serving with Humility</li> <li>Finding Fun in Our Work</li> <li>Committing Ourselves to Mutual Success</li> <li>Fearlessly Exploring</li> <li>Striving for Authenticity</li> </ul> <p><br></p> <p><span style="font-weight: bold">Essential Responsibilities:</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: bold">Design and Development:</span></p> <ul> <li>Assist in the design of electrical power, lighting, life safety and security systems for commercial and K-12 educational.</li> <li>Develop detailed electrical drawings, schematics, one-line diagrams and assist with specifications.</li> <li>Work with Electrical Engineer(s) to ensure designs comply with all applicable codes, standards, and regulations.</li> </ul> <p><br><br></p> <p><span style="font-weight: bold">Project Management:</span></p> <ul> <li>Support engineering projects from concept through completion.</li> <li>Assist with coordination between architects, mechanical engineers, and other stakeholders.</li> <li>Coordinate on project timelines, and resources to ensure successful project delivery.</li> </ul> <p><span style="font-weight: bold">Technical Expertise:</span></p> <ul> <li>Provide technical guidance in the selection of electrical power and lighting systems, life safety systems and security systems, and components.</li> <li>Conduct detailed site inspections and assessments to ensure design of feasibility and compliance.</li> <li>Perform load calculations, lighting calculations, short-circuit analysis, arc flash hazard, and other engineering calculations as needed.</li> <li>Assist in Specifying Lighting Controls and Luminaire selections. Ensuring lighting designs meet current standards and the clients’ needs.</li> <li>Assist in Specifying and sizing standby power systems.</li> <li>Assist in Specifying auxiliary systems, including fire alarm systems and access control.</li> <li>Integrating with CCTV and other low voltage systems design consultants.</li> </ul> <p><span style="font-weight: bold">Quality Assurance:</span></p> <ul> <li>Support review of quality control checks to ensure accuracy and completeness of designs.</li> <li>Address and help resolve any technical issues that arise during construction.</li> </ul> <p><span style="font-weight: bold">Client Interaction:</span></p> <ul> <li>Interface with clients to understand project requirements and provide assistance with technical solutions.</li> <li>Support the preparation of reports and technical documentation.</li> <li>Ensure client satisfaction through effective communication and project completeness.</li> </ul> <p><span style="font-weight: bold">Other:</span></p> <ul> <li><span>Performs other duties, as assigned</span><span>.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-weight: bold">Supervision Received</span><span style="font-weight: bold">:</span></p> <p>Specific Direction: Follows established work procedures. Receives periodic checks for performance. Refers unique questions/conditions to immediate supervisor.</p> <p><br><br></p> <p><span style="font-weight: bold">Supervisory Responsibilities</span><span style="font-weight: bold">:</span></p> <p>No supervision: No supervisory responsibilities.</p> <p> </p> <p><br><br></p> <p><span style="font-weight: bold">Education & Experience: </span></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Architectural Engineering, or related field.</li> <li>Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical engineering, preferably with prior K-12 design experience.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Proven track record of successfully producing and delivering complex projects on time.</li> <li>Demonstrated creative thinking, design ability, and technical proficiency</li> </ul> <p><span style="font-weight: bold">Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:</span></p> <ul> <li>Proficient in electrical design software and lighting design calculation software; required.</li> <li>Proficient in Revit; required.</li> <li>understanding of electrical codes, standards, and regulations.</li> <li>Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.</li> <li>Strong and effective communication skills, interpersonal skills, and active listening skills.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Knowledge of Bluebeam; required.</li> <li>Strong organizational and time management skills; with attention to detail</li> <li>Ability to handle multiple projects and meet tight deadlines</li> <li>Ability and willingness to travel 20-30% of time throughout the State of Michigan to client/project sites as needed.</li> </ul> <p><span style="font-weight: bold">What is in it for you:</span></p> <ul> <li>Collaborative environment and ability to work with all levels of the organization</li> <li>Variety of work tasks and experiences – no two days will ever be the same</li> <li>Opportunity to gain valuable experience and exposure to help us meet needs</li> </ul> <p><br></p><br><hr><div class="fabric-5qovnk-root MuiBox-root css-witlqh" data-fabric-component="Flex"><div class="fabric-5qovnk-root MuiBox-root css-1phs5iq" data-fabric-component="Flex"><div class="fabric-2lfz5e-root MuiBox-root css-jipda8" data-fabric-component="LayoutBox"><p class="fabric-v3bc9l-root" data-fabric-component="BodyText">Location</p></div><div class="fabric-15808a6-root MuiBox-root css-4cxybv" data-fabric-component="LayoutBox"><p class="fabric-958q8r-root" data-fabric-component="BodyText">Detroit, Michigan (Remote)</p></div><hr class="MuiDivider-root fabric-jcid1o-root MuiDivider-fullWidth MuiBox-root css-40h3v3" data-fabric-component="Divider"></div><div class="fabric-5qovnk-root MuiBox-root css-1phs5iq" data-fabric-component="Flex"><div class="fabric-2lfz5e-root MuiBox-root css-jipda8" data-fabric-component="LayoutBox"><p class="fabric-v3bc9l-root" data-fabric-component="BodyText">Department</p></div><div class="fabric-15808a6-root MuiBox-root css-4cxybv" data-fabric-component="LayoutBox"><p class="fabric-958q8r-root" data-fabric-component="BodyText">Electrical Engineering</p></div><hr class="MuiDivider-root fabric-jcid1o-root MuiDivider-fullWidth MuiBox-root css-40h3v3" data-fabric-component="Divider"></div><div class="fabric-5qovnk-root MuiBox-root css-1phs5iq" data-fabric-component="Flex"><div class="fabric-2lfz5e-root MuiBox-root css-jipda8" data-fabric-component="LayoutBox"><p class="fabric-v3bc9l-root" data-fabric-component="BodyText">Employment Type</p></div><div class="fabric-15808a6-root MuiBox-root css-4cxybv" data-fabric-component="LayoutBox"><p class="fabric-958q8r-root" data-fabric-component="BodyText">Full-Time</p></div><hr class="MuiDivider-root fabric-jcid1o-root MuiDivider-fullWidth MuiBox-root css-40h3v3" data-fabric-component="Divider"></div></div>

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