ELECTRICAL DESIGN ENGINEER #00083915

Design & Construction Management

This position will be responsible for engaging customers, departments, and leading the design of building electrical systems for a variety of campus projects. The responsibilities include scheduling, leading, and participating in meetings with clients and defining project parameters, authoring project budgets and schedules; and working with architects, engineers and other designers and project managers to provide coordinated and complete designs. These designs may include preparing contract documents and technical specifications suitable for bidding or for issuance to internal construction forces. Other responsibilities included preparing building permit applications and monitoring the quality and progress of construction projects. Project specific skills desired and responsibilities will include:

• Design and develop electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems for commercial, laboratory, healthcare and athletic facilities
• Conduct site visits, inspections, field surveys to support design and construction phases
• Perform detailed electrical calculations (load calculations, voltage drop, short circuit analysis) and write technical specifications
• Select and size electrical services, panels, feeders, conduits and components to be utilized in the electrical system of university projects
• Preparation of construction documents, including drawings, specifications, one-line diagrams and load calculations. Ensure designs comply with applicable ICC & NFPA codes and campus standards
• Able to lead the electrical design on a multi-discipline teams including architectural, mechanical, plumbing, and other team members
• Must be able to create and assemble a complete set of electrical construction documents
• Review of submittals and RFIs during construction administration
• Serve as Project Engineer and Project Manager on projects
• Use engineering and design computer software to complete assigned work
• Analyze existing building mechanical, electrical, lighting, fire alarm and computer network systems and apply codes and university standards to design electrical renovations through creation of construction documents in Revit or AutoCAD
• Solve complex design, construction, and system challenges of campus electrical, lighting, and fire alarm systems
• Analyze project feasibility and perform or manage design studies relative to project requirements
• Have a working knowledge of controls that monitor heating and cooling systems utilizing heated and chilled water systems. (Missouri S&T has one of the largest campus-wide geothermal heating and cooling systems in the nation.)
• Act as a design, code, and knowledge resource for others in the department
• Perform design and technical review for themselves and others on in-house and capital projects
• Develop preliminary and final cost estimates and project schedules
• Acts as a project manager for in-house design, and external consultant led design projects
• Comfort working across the project lifecycle, including design changes and updates
• Communicate difficult technical information to other design team members and clients with a goal to build consensus
• High productivity, attention to detail, effective verbal and written communication skills, and an ability to work well in a team environment
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned
  

Engineer II: A Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary. Licensure may be required.

Senior Engineer: A Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary. Licensure may be required.

Managing Engineer: A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 5 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary. Licensure or certification may be required.

• Registered Professional Engineer in the State of Missouri or the ability to obtain by comity within 3 months of employment
• 4 years of direct experience designing building electrical systems
  

The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established as $80,000-$130,000 annually.

Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual's particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Grade: GGS 11. 12, OR 13
University Title: ENGINEER II, SENIOR ENGINEER, OR MANAGING ENGINEER
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Applications will be accepted until this position is filled.

Visa Sponsorship Information:
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas.

University Information
Missouri S&T is one of the nation's leading research universities with over 100-degree programs in 39 disciplines. It was founded in 1870 as one of the first technological institutions west of the Mississippi River. Located about 100 miles west of St. Louis in the vibrant community of Rolla, Missouri S&T is an accessible, safe, and friendly campus surrounded by Ozarks' scenery. Missouri S&T offers undergraduate degrees in engineering, the sciences, liberal arts, humanities, and business, with M.S. and Ph.D. programs available in many of the science and engineering programs. With over 7,000 students and 300 faculty, Missouri S&T is big enough to accommodate a broad population, yet small enough for individuals to build high visibility and impactful careers.

About Rolla
Rolla, Missouri offers several great advantages that help individuals enjoy a high quality of life. Rolla is an ideal place for families, with its low cost of living, excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and a range of recreational activities suitable for all ages. The Ozark Scenic Riverways and beautiful landscapes offers abundant opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts of every lifestyle. With its vibrant community, Rolla hosts multiple events, concerts, art exhibitions, and theater performances throughout the year. The university's Leach Theatre showcases nationally renowned performers for campus and community alike. Overall, living in Rolla offers a high quality of life with a supportive community, affordable living, beautiful natural surroundings, and numerous opportunities for personal and professional growth.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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