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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 III leads the design and delivery of electrical systems for building projects, providing technical oversight, coordination, and mentorship across the electrical team. This role is responsible for developing and reviewing Revit models and construction documents, ensuring quality and consistency, and supporting project execution through all phases, including construction administration.

REPORTS TO: Project Manager / Manager of Electrical Engineering

MENTORS: Electrical Engineer I, Electrical Engineer II

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Leads the electrical design and technical execution of projects
• Analyze and provide resolution for problems on existing electrical systems.
• Produce electrical BIM models relative to compliance with office standards for graphics, model structure, and data management.
• Oversees preparation of electrical drawings and documentation (Revit primarily, AutoCAD as needed).
• Coordinate and prepare electrical loading, circuit electrical loads and lighting calculations of the project.
• Prepare and/or obtain electrical equipment selections.
• Prepare complete and constructible details for the electrical work.
• Leads coordination of project specifications.
• Preparing cost estimating for all electrical aspects of the project.
• Integrates and coordinates high-performance design strategies (LEED, CHPS, etc.) when applicable
• Leads construction administration efforts, including submittal review, RFI responses, and field coordination.
• Performing quality control and quality assurance review of the electrical drawings and specification for projects completed prior to having them ready for bidding.
• Responsible for working effectively with internal departments to drive firm’s strategic initiatives.
• Accomplishes all other duties and tasks as appropriately assigned or requested.

Mentoring Duties:

• Oversees and mentors Electrical Engineer I and Electrical Engineer II’s.
• Assisting with recruiting efforts and trains staff.
• In conjunction with the Electrical Engineering Department Manager evaluates employee performance and recommends or initiates promotions, transfers and disciplinary action.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• 8+ years of electrical engineering experience
• PE licensure required

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.
• Experience with staff managerial and workload planning duties.
• 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.