Electrical Designer in Portland, Oregon - #66888 | VanderHouwen

Description

Job Id: 66888

Electrical Designer
Our client, a Consulting Engineering firm, is seeking a motivated Electrical Designer to join their dynamic team. You will contribute to a range of projects, including high-rise apartments, K-12 schools, manufacturing facilities, and retail shopping centers. The ideal candidate will bring enthusiasm for learning and will be involved in designing electrical systems that meet modern Green Building standards such as LEED and Green Globes. This position offers growth opportunities in a collaborative environment where innovation and sustainability are key.

This role is predominantly onsite in Portland, Oregon.

Electrical Designer Responsibilities

• Power System Design: Design electrical systems including power distribution and emergency generation.
• Lighting Design: Develop lighting systems for interior, exterior, and public street applications, as well as site lighting.
• Low-Voltage System Design: Create plans for fire alarms, security systems, nurse call systems, paging, and synchronized clocks.
• Code Application: Apply the National Electrical Code to design and evaluate electrical systems for a wide variety of building types.
• Electrical Evaluations: Conduct assessments of existing buildings’ electrical systems, including total energy surveys for municipal, industrial, and commercial facilities.
• Cost Estimation: Prepare detailed cost estimates for projects.
• Client Engagement: Work closely with clients to understand their needs and ensure project success through clear, effective communication.
• Forensic Investigations: Participate in investigations of electrical system failures and provide expert witness services as needed.

Electrical Designer Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE).
• 1-5 years of experience in electrical design.
• Solid understanding of power distribution, lighting, and low-voltage system design.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage directly with clients and team members.
• A consultative approach, demonstrating curiosity, a problem-solving attitude, and a desire to learn.

Preferred:

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit.
• Experience or coursework in power distribution systems.
• Familiarity with Green Building standards such as LEED and Green Globes.
• Experience in a consulting firm or construction industry background.

Salary: $65K-$85K/year. (DOE)

Benefits
Benefits are available to eligible full-time employees and include coverage for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long term disability, and matching 401k.

About VanderHouwen
VanderHouwen is an award-winning, Women-Owned, WBENC certified professional staffing firm. Founded in 1987, VanderHouwen has been successfully placing experienced professionals throughout the Pacific Northwest and nationwide. Our recruitment teams are highly specialized in either Technology and IT, Engineering, or Accounting and Finance career markets. Our recruiters value building meaningful, professional relationships with each candidate as well as developing honed knowledge of companies' staffing needs and workplaces. Partner with us to land your next exciting career.

VanderHouwen is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. VanderHouwen does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal civil rights laws.