Grace Hebert Curtis Architects (GHC) is seeking an experienced Lead Electrical Engineer to join our team. With a strong track record and repeat clients in various sectors including healthcare, hospitality, education, corporate, and more. We excel through inter-disciplinary collaboration in a relaxed, productive environment allowing team members to excel using their expertise and talents.
Hiring Locations
- Baton Rouge, LA
- New Orleans, LA
- Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas
- Phoenix, AZ
- Nashville, TN
- Orlando, FL
- Pensacola, FL
Responsibilities
- Perform engineering calculations and develop electrical construction specifications.
- Develop drawings including one-line diagrams, area classifications plans & details, grounding & routing plans, installation details, and wiring schematics & diagrams.
- Oversee construction assessments, quality assurance, and review submissions requiring specialized expertise beyond construction management.
- Ensure quality control for active projects and mentor less experienced engineers within the department.
- Work with other disciplines of Engineers, Designers, and Construction QA/QC for scope and deliverables completion
- Assist with preparation of contracts in defining scope, programming, and scheduling.
- Create cost estimates and timelines, scrutinize preliminary and final designs, plans, and specifications for technical adequacy.
- Conduct detailed calculations to establish standards and specifications.
- Generate necessary correspondence, technical reports, contract documents, fact sheets, and progress reports, as well as prepare finalized construction drawings suitable for contractor bidding.
- Monitor installations and operations to verify adherence to design, equipment specifications, and safety protocols.
- Utilize computer-aided engineering software (such as Revit & AutoCAD) for assigned engineering tasks.
- Stay abreast of the latest technological advancements in electrical engineering.
- Assist in recruitment, training, and orientation processes.
Required Skills
- Professional Engineer in the State of Louisiana
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
- 10+ years of experience in Electrical Engineering
- Demonstrate thorough understanding and application of code compliance requirements and industry standards, including NEC, NFPA, and IEEE codes for power system design.
- Proficient in planning and report generation.
- Exhibit exceptional verbal and written communication abilities.
- Showcase proficiency in project management, planning, organizational skills, attention to detail, and multitasking.
- Display a strong understanding comprehension of construction techniques and practices, with adept problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Have expertise in electrical layout design, inspection, and cost estimation.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suites, engineering software for project planning and circuit diagrams, and familiarity with power, control switchgear, lighting, batteries, fire alarm systems, and CAD/Revit tools.
Benefits
- Employer-paid health insurance
- Profit sharing bonuses
- 401(k) plan with an employer match
- Employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
- Vision, dental, accident insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and supplemental life insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program