Electrical Engineer I - 130502

Job Summary

• Perform electrical design of projects including lighting, motor control, electrical circuitry, special systems (fire alarm, security, and both low and high voltage power distribution).
• Engineering support to Planning Department architects, designers, shops, architects and contractors during all project phases of planning, design, plan review and construction.
• Ensure project quality control and adherence to plans and specifications.
• Qualify products and product vendors for inclusion with campus projects.
• Project management for campus electrical projects.
• This position requires working in an office environment. Working from home on a permanent or semi-permanent basis is not permitted.

Essential Functions

Ensures the electrical designs developed are accurate and meet the needs of the University (75%)

• Translates needs into working design documents.
• Completes Cost Estimates for required projects.
• Writes electrical specifications for campus projects.
• Coordinates and designs electrical components of projects.
• Assists Electrical Shop with electrical engineering problems.
• Meets and provides electrical support to Planning Department.
• Designs electrical engineering projects of a wide variety (e.g. high voltage power, secondary voltage power, clocks, fire alarm and security, lighting, etc.)
• Oversees campus interior and exterior lighting needs.
• Maintain campus CNA database for lighting, electrical equipment, and fire alarm systems.
• Supports activities of other University departments.

Review designs from outside consultants to ensure that the University needs are met (10%)

• Review outside consultants' designs.
• Assists outside consultants in making decision regarding designs that are beneficial to the University.

Maintains excellent quality workmanship and compliance to plans, specifications and codes (10%)

• Performs special inspection assignments.
• Inspects electrical installations.
• Formulates decision and recommendations to solve major and minor problems.
• Works with construction coordinators on electrical aspects of a project to ensure contract documents are followed.

Assists in project control, coordination and facilitates communication (5%)

• Coordinate project details with contractors, architects, engineers, Provo City Power, and the University.

Assumes responsibility for University citizenship

• Promotes a positive image of the Department and the University.
• Relates well with other University employees.
• Adheres to University standards and policies.

Education/Experience

Minimum education/experience required:  

Level 54: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering and 3+ years Electrical Engineering experience including Lighting and Power Distribution. Must have the ability to obtain a Professional Engineering P.E. license within four years.

Preferred:

Level 55: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering and 5+ years Electrical Engineering experience including Lighting and Power Distribution plus a P.E. License.

Preferred:

Skills, abilities, knowledge, licenses, certifications:

• Broad experience in construction methods and procedures
• In-depth comprehension of National Electrical Code, ADA applicability affecting facility planning and IES illumination standards
• Must have the ability to work with a variety of individuals in a coordinating function while subjected to other perspectives and opinions
• Experience in electrical design with commensurate CAD and REVIT skills
• Extensive lighting design in wide range of challenging applications
• Extensive medium and voltage design (12KV to 47KV)

Employee Class: Administrative
Work Location: Provo Campus
Environment: Periodic exposure to unfavorable conditions. Need to be in variable temperatures or wet environments, etc.
Physical Exam Required: N
Physical Exam Details: N/A
Desired Start Date: As soon as possible
Job Close Date: Open Until Filled
Pay Level: 54
Approximate Starting Salary: $77,500 - $100,500
Documents Required at time of Application:
Required: Cover Letter, Letter of Recommendation 1, Resume
Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.
Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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