Zero Impact Energy ยท 1 day ago
Electrical Design Engineer
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expZero Impact Energy is a Renewable Energy provider specializing in various solutions including EV Charging and Solar Micro-grids. They are seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to oversee construction projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and managing resources effectively.
EnergyEnvironmental ConsultingRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Analyze reports, drawings, and tests to plan and design projects
Establish design criteria and develop system designs from concept plans and interpret information set forth in basis of design as well as information gathered from users, project partners, field surveys, and code research
Plan and develop drawings for production work including problem analysis, design layout, and calculations on non-routine assignments of substantial variety and complexity
Perform various phases of planning, site evaluations, analytical designs, report preparation, specifications, and preparation of proposal and construction documentation and electrical plans as part of a project team
Design various electrical projects including creating electrical schematics, grid plan layouts, electrical power systems, protection and controls, EVSE Loads, Utility connections, and site and facility design
Execute a variety of electrical design assignments using prescribed methods and standard techniques including drawing sequence and presentation, sizing various system components, and refining rough sketches
Review design drawings for quality assurance within scope, budget, and schedule
Oversee construction projects
Apply for Permits and other city/state requirements
Determine the necessary equipment, materials, and manpower needed
Ensure supplies and equipment are ordered and delivered according to the schedule
Prepare reports regarding the job status
Ensure compliance with safety regulations and building codes
Train and mentor construction workers and construction laborers depending on the size of the project
Collaborate with subcontractors, engineers, architects, and key team members of the project team
Negotiate with external vendors on contract agreements
Obtain the appropriate permits and licenses from authorities for construction sites
Plan construction operations
Hire contractors and staff including construction laborers
Delegate responsibilities
Allocate and manage resources to ensure that they are available when they are needed throughout the construction projects
Keep all stakeholders aware of the progress on projects and prepare progress reports regularly
Handle any environmental or local community issues that may come up during a project
Conduct site checks to monitor progress and quality standards
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Graduate's Degree in electrical engineering, computer science or a related technical area
High comfort level using CAD programs such as AutoCAD
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and InDesign
Strong grasp of PCB Design fundamentals
Meticulous attention to detail
2-3 years of experience preferred
AutoCAD and/or Bluebeam skills required
Must know how to create, markup, edit, and produce building plans
Must have knowledge of Electrical Diagrams, such as Single Lines wiring, conduits, etc
Must know California Building Code in detail
Must be experienced in ADA parking requirements, sloping, the path of travel, etc
Must have a basic understanding of trenching, running conduits, and concrete padding
Must know how to design as-built site plans
Must know how to coordinate with Utility companies
Must be able to fully manage Permit applications, submittal, follow up, and Inspections
Must be able to budget and manage any given construction job end to end
Must communicate with vendors, partners, and providers in an efficient and conducive manner to move work forward
Preferred
2-3 years of experience preferred
Company
Zero Impact Energy
From electric vehicle charging stations to solar and storage systems, Zero Impact Solutions ( Part of Zero Impact Energy) works to bring renewable technologies to every business or community in California.
51-200 employees
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