Lead Electrical Engineer

Who We Are

At PRIME, a culture of empathy, trust, and belonging are foundational. This is integral in our approach to recruiting, developing, and retaining the best people in the industry. Our growth mindset drives us to embrace challenges and discover what sparks inspiration for creative solutions. PRIME is compelled to keep evolving, and creating new opportunities for those who perform. Our comprehensive services cover the entire lifecycle of a project, capabilities include electrical construction, service and maintenance, underground, utilities services, renewable energy, and low voltage technology solutions.

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About The Role

This individual will provide technical design, consultation, information and assistance to internal and external customers under direct supervision to ensure that project complies with all engineering standards. The Engineer will work under the supervision of the Director of Engineering. Work will be completed in concert with the stated project requirements, all current codes, as well as Prime Electric Engineering Standards.

Will be responsible for designing, developing and producing permit and construction documents for electrical systems. Responsible for managing engineering projects from start to completion under the supervision of the Project and Engineering Managers.

• Power Distribution, Signal and Lighting Design
• Single line Diagrams and Panel Schedules
• Lighting Fixture Selection and Schedules
• Lighting Control Diagrams
• Title 24 Compliance Calculations
• Review shop drawings and specifications
• Review, comment and process equipment and system submittals
• Visit job sites for field investigations
• Short circuit, voltage drop, load and demand calculations
• Coordination with other construction trades and disciplines
• Back check of own work for accuracy and completeness before submission to others
• Perform coordination between architectural, structural, mechanical, plumbing, process and all electrical trades
• Coordinate work with the project specifications or equipment buy-out
• Attend project design team meetings. Interface with various team members, particularly the client, architect, and mechanical contractor/engineer
• Work closely with the Prime Electric Operations Project Manager to coordinate the design criteria with budgetary issues
• Research and resolve drawing interpretation problems, conflicts, interferences, and errors
• Perform other duties assigned by Director of Engineering

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering
• Professional engineering (PE) licensure is required
• 7+ Years of experience in electrical systems design
• Highly specialized expertise, subject matter expert in electrical area
• Proficient in AutoCAD, MS Word & Excel 
• Experience with Revit & Navis Manage a plus
• Knowledge of the NEC as well as building codes and ordinances 
• Knowledge and experience with power and lighting design 
• Understanding of sustainable design and LEED Documentation a plus 
• Documents and archives work pursuant the Prime Electric standards

Our Benefits

-100% coverage for Medical, Dental, and Vision, including dependents, with no premium cost to the employee

-401k Program w/ Direct Benefit

-100% Employer-paid Life Insurance

-Profit Sharing and Discretionary Bonus Program

-Education/ Training Reimbursement Benefit

-Paid Time off and Holiday Time Off

*PRIME Electric does not engage with or utilize recruiting or placement agencies for any recruiting or hiring needs. PRIME hiring managers are not authorized to review or accept resume referrals from any agencies.

This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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