Electrical Engineer (PE)

Job Title: Electrical Engineer/Project Manager
Prepared By: Human Resources
Department: MEP
Prepared Date:
Reports To: MEP Department Head
Approved By:
FLSA Status: Exempt
Last Revision Date: May 5, 2010

SUMMARY: Provide services in Electrical engineering in design of electrical building systems (HVAC, plumbing, fire protection) for commercial, institutional and industrial buildings. Responsible for project cycle to include schematic and detailed design, development and completion by performing the following duties personally or through others employees involved with the project.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: Other duties may be assigned by the Department Vice President or the Director of Engineering.

• Adheres to the CTS Project Management Plan and ensures all who work on assigned projects adhere to the plan;
• Research and analyze customer design proposals, prepare or direct preparation of specifications, manuals, and other data to evaluate the feasibility, cost, construction schedules, and maintenance requirements of designs or applications.
• Meets with client, owner, and/or manufacturer’s representatives periodically to coordinate changes, inform client of additional requirements, receive input from the client, answer client questions, and resolve issues;
• Prepares operational and regulatory records and reports as required by company policy and regulatory agencies and ensures all are submitted to meet deadline;
• Coordinates project activity with appropriate officials, support staff, subcontractors, labs, and other entities;
• Inspects construction site to monitor progress, conformance to engineering plans, specifications, and construction standards;
• Attends meetings such as City Council meetings, Planning Commission meetings, and inspection meetings to provide/receive information on projects and local requirements;
• Uses computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents;
• Conducts technical training sessions or arranges for in-house seminars;
• Maintains archives of completed projects, plans and specifications;
• Keeps abreast of changing techniques, materials, codes, regulations and software through attendance at seminars, briefings and other forums and maintains professional certification;
• Makes marketing calls to existing and potential customers and assists in the company marketing effort.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Develop and maintain client relationships
• Market services to architects, building owners and contractors
• Develop engineering fee proposals and cost of construction budget estimate proposals
• Manage Electrical Production Staff
• Manage Project throughout all phases of design, construction, and warranty period, managing staff, resources, and applicable bill group(s) while striving to maintain project budget and profitability.

COMPETENCIES: In order to perform this job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies.
• Business Acumen
• Project Management
• Product/Process Design
• Problem Solving
• Technical Expertise
• Fostering Teamwork
• Written and oral communication
• Personal Credibility

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree (BA, BS) in Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university; and 3-6 years related experience/training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Must be certified as a Professional Engineer, (PE). Must be licensed PE in Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri or Kansas and be able to obtain license in other states as needed.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as algebraic functions and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions by using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

COMPUTER SKILLS: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Design software, Heating/Cooling Load programs and Energy Analysis software, Internet software, Project Management software, Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software and any other software necessary to perform the job successfully.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Must possess a valid driver license and be able to travel up to 40% of the time.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties for this position are generally performed in a climate-controlled office setting. Up to 50% of the time may be spent in a field environment in all climatic conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and, in the field, occasionally loud

This job description is intended to serve as a general list of the requirements for this position and the responsibilities and duties to be performed. It is not intended as a contract for employment, nor does it guarantee employment for a period of time. The President retains the right to change any portion of this job description at any time and the incumbent will be notified of such change in writing.

BA/BS degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
Must hold a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in OK or AR and be able to obtain additional licenses as required.
Must have 3-5 years of project management experience in building electrical systems.
Must possess a valid drivers license.