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Sr. Engineer, Electrical

About Us

At AlfaTech we believe in more than just engineering solutions; we believe in promoting a culture of agility, collaboration, and inclusion. As a leading consulting engineering firm, we provide thoughtful engineering design that is technologically forward thinking, innovative, and environmentally conscious, ensuring that our contribution to our built environment is flexible, sustainable, and lasting across all the market segments we serve.

If you're driven by a passion for engineering, innovation, and making a difference, if you thrive on challenges and adapt quickly to change, and if you are looking to be part of a dynamic team of empowered, smart, energized, professionals, then AlfaTech is the place for you.

Job Summary

In this role, the Senior Engineer will assist the Lead Project Engineer or Project Manager, and work on a variety of projects, from small to large, providing a very high level of technical leadership. This individual is self-motivated, solutions-oriented, driven, organized, a critical thinker who is team-focused, and capable of independent detailed work. They will represent the firm in all project interactions with clients, contractors, architects, and other project team members and may take on a project management role in small to medium projects.

Core Responsibilities

• Perform electrical design utilizing the latest versions of engineering software.
• Ability to perform voltage drop calculations, short-circuit calculations, breaker coordination studies, Arc Flash studies, etc.
• Ability to size overcurrent protection and feeder sizes for various electrical equipment.
• Ability to specify manufacturer's equipment utilizing manufacturer catalogs (i.e., UPSs, Panels, Switchboards, Transformers, etc.)
• Ability to design an emergency power supply system (EPSS), stand-by power, etc., by sizing the associate electrical appurtenances (i.e., Generator, ATSs, MTSs, etc.) Ability to design towards NEC Article 700, 701, and 702.
• Ability to use Title 24 Compliance Software (EnergyPro) to validate Title 24 Compliance for Interior and Exterior Lighting Applications and other applicable software for energy compliance such as COMCheck.
• Experience designing electrical room layouts
• Experience designing in various sectors of the construction industry, including commercial, life sciences, data centers, hospitals (OSHPD), etc.
• Limited experience with Medium Voltage (MV) design, including specifying MV substations, Load Interrupter Switches (LIS), etc.
• Participate in presentations to clients.
• Prepare project start-up documentation, notify marketing, and submit to accounting.
• Develop and achieve project scopes, budgets, and schedules.
• Schedule and track project milestones and deliverables; ensure adherence to contract.
• Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path.
• Schedule and conduct internal kick-off meeting with all disciplines present.
• Ensure that ATCE quality assurance procedures are implemented during the design process (design criteria submission, the basis of design narrative, design checklists, interdisciplinary coordination schedules, etc.).
• Review change orders and prepare project budgets.
• Prepare life cycle cost analysis studies.
• Conduct analyses to develop design options and recommendations.
• Develop and maintain positive client relationships; respond promptly to inquiries and initiate contact when needed or delays are imminent.
• Communicate directly with clients and, if required, act as the primary point of contact for AlfaTech.
• Ensure that the preparation of project drawings, specifications, and reports meet the project schedule and are consistent with client requirements and standards.
• Assign duties and schedules within the project team and instruct project team members.
• Check all technical work for accuracy within his/her discipline. Review technical content with team leaders from each discipline involved in the project.
• Assists with establishing electrical design standards, specifications, and criteria for projects.
• Coordinate, support, and communicate with colleagues across disciplines.
• Reviews product data submittals and review shop drawings for conformance to contract documents.
• Take the lead on construction site observations, sustainability analyses, feasibility reports, and the basis of design reports.
• Attends and participate in the design and construction project team meetings.
• Maintain positive client relations after the project is finished to ensure securing future work.
• Must exhibit technical competency and be able to design projects and direct/train/mentor junior engineers and designers.
• Develop and ensure that all designs are compliant with Building/Energy Codes, and LEED standards.
• Performs submittal reviews and ensures timely responses to RFIs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

This is meant to summarize the role's responsibilities and provide some information and structure. At AlfaTech we encourage our staff to think outside the box and explore opportunities beyond the confines of one's stated responsibilities to bring new thoughts, ideas, and innovations to our company.

Ideal Candidate

• Minimum of 5-8 years of relevant experience in the design field.
• Exceptional management and supervisory skills.
• Highly knowledgeable of codes, standards, and construction/engineering processes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment with multiple project deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, Revit, and other engineering analysis and compliance software tools.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) Certification, preferred.
• BMS and LEED Accreditation.

Essential Requirements

• Strong knowledge of CA & Local codes. NEC
• Proficient in Revit, BIM 360
• Working knowledge of SKM power tools or similar

Salary Range

This is a hybrid role. It is anticipated that the working days in the office will be done at our San Francisco, CA office. The expected salary range for candidates who will work in San Francisco is $105,000 - $120,000. The final offer to our new team member will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the length, breadth, and depth of experience within the job and the industry, education, etc. ATCE is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.