Electrical Engineer

LaBella Associates

Buffalo, NY

Medical , Dental , Paid Time Off , Retirement
Full-Time

Job Description

Are you passionate about building engineering systems? Do you feel like you’ve hit a plateau and have a desire to advance your career? We are seeking a mid-level Electrical Engineer with a strong focus and background in Building Projects to work in our Buffalo, NY office. This position will work closely with engineering staff to develop concepts, strategies, designs, drawings, specifications, and reports for buildings from conception to construction. Individual must be able to work independently, as well as part of multi-discipline teams producing electrical engineering documents.

The Building Engineering Division at LaBella provides complete building engineering services including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and structural engineering. Services range from feasibility studies and analysis through project design and construction. Our engineers are well versed in new construction, renovations, additions, analysis, special structures, and design/build projects for a variety of clients.

The Electrical Engineer will work with Architects and Engineers as part of a project team to develop concepts, strategies, designs, drawings, specifications and reports. Duties shall include lighting calculations, power distribution design, circuit and feeder calculations, and power, telecommunication, security and systems layouts. Typical projects will involve field work, design, and construction administration services.

Candidates will work on an interesting variety of project types including K-12 and higher education, municipal, health care, large commercial, residential and other unique projects.

This role can accelerate your career goals through immediate opportunities to lead, and comes with a competitive starting salary, incentive compensation, a comprehensive benefit package, and opportunities to become a LaBella shareholder.

Duties

Complete electrical designs including evaluate, select, specify, and engineer single line diagrams, electrical room/equipment layout, panel sizing, lighting, and building systems design.
Load calculations for generators, transformers, switchgear, MCC's, panel boards, VFD's, feeders, and branch circuits.
Preparation of electrical design drawings, specifications, and reports.
Researches, prepares, and presents coordinated design options.
Responsible for project construction (submittal review, construction observation, and punch lists).
Interact closely with mechanical, civil, structural engineers and project architects.
Prepare electrical design drawings using Revit and AutoCAD.
Perform lighting calculations and arc flash studies.
Perform field investigations to document existing conditions.
Communicates with manufacturers and contractors to address challenges and develop practical designs.
Reviews drawings and researches electrical and safety code issues to comply with national, city, state, and county regulations.
Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a professional manner with co-workers, staff, project managers, other disciplines, and all other employees.
Interact with owners, contractors, permitting and planning authorities and professional organizations to deliver projects, strengthen relationships and advance your career.
Maintains current knowledge of technologies and trends, as they apply to the applicable project and market types, and continually strengthens skills.

Requirements

A passion for building systems, and a desire to become a respected technical expert.
Bachelor’s or Associates Degree in electrical engineering or related field required.
EIT certification is a plus.
On path towards New York PE license preferred, not required.
Minimum 5 years engineering experience involving building systems projects.
Building system design experience focused on power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, security systems & telecommunications.
Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, MS Excel and Word.
Familiarity with electrical modeling programs – Lighting software AGi32, Power software SKM.
Familiarity with Arc-Flash Evaluation.
Strong writing, organizational and communications skills.
Ability to work on several projects simultaneously.

Salary Range: $75,000 - $105,000 per year

The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location.

Benefits

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.