Electrical Design Engineer
Job Title: Electrical Engineer
Job Type: Full-time direct hire
Job Location: Wilkesboro, NC (Onsite)
Work Authorisation: US Citizen/GC
Job Description
US Chemical Storage designs and manufactures safe, compliant prefabricated chemical storage buildings customizable for applications in many industries. We provide best-in-class quality solutions for hazmat and chemical storage needs. US Chemical Storage is seeking an Electrical Engineer. The goal is to contribute to the construction and maintenance of strong and long-lasting chemical storage buildings.
This position will play a key role in the overall success of our organization by designing and overseeing current projects, product development, and collaboration with sales and production teams. This role is the SME for Electrical Engineering items and responsible for leading/assisting in various engineering projects, processes, continuous improvement activities, VAVE analysis, budgets, and timelines to ensure successful completion.
Principal Duties And Responsibilities
Serve as Engineering design and technical subject matter expert to support the Engineering, Sales, and Production teams as well as internal and external customers.
Work directly with the Engineering Manager and Engineering Team to answer questions and resolve issues identified by the Supervisors/Managers and other staff including Sales and Operations.
Interact with customers and vendors using professional verbal and written communication.
Prepare cost estimates for customers and sales team members.
Participate in the QA/QC process by inter-discipline and cross-checking the accuracy of drawings performed by the engineering team and helping develop methods to improve the process.
Contribute and lead various research and development initiatives to identify and implement opportunities for new projects, VAVE, continuous improvement, and improved processes.
Communicate and collaborate with the engineering team and production to ensure the process flow of current projects is on time and meets required deliverables.
Problem-solving skills with the demonstrated ability to be engaged and hands-on.
Create electrical drawings and design calculations for heating and cooling loads.
Prepare and deliver various engineering-related presentations both internally and externally.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required
3+ Years of CAD experience is a Must. Preferably with electrical and building structural designs.
Electrical Engineering Degree or relative work experience required.
3+ years of electrical engineering experience, ideally in production/manufacturing or construction.
Knowledge of control systems and basic PLCs
Knowledge of FM Global and NFPA Guidelines in the Construction industry is a Plus.
Knowledge of IBC, IFC, and NFPA 70 (NEC) regarding electrical design requirements is a Plus.
Knowledge of the design submission process for multiple states.
Analytical and mathematical aptitude, capable of evaluating and solving various complex questions and opportunities.
Organizational competencies and project management skills.
Self-motivated attitude with the ability to multitask and thrive in a timeline-driven environment.
Strong Sense of Urgency.
Ability to work individually and as part of a team.
Safety first mindset and diligently follow safe work practices for yourself and team members.
HVAC and Refrigeration knowledge a plus.
Ability to collaborate and communicate with Sales, production, customers, and suppliers.
Working Conditions
Able to lift and carry 30 pounds to the waist and overhead.
Ability to bend, twist, squat, stand, and walk up to 8 hours per day.
Ability to sit in an office setting for up to 8 hours per day.
Wear all the required PPE including steel-toed shoes and safety glasses.
Ability to work in high heat conditions.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $63,360.63 - $76,305.27 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Education:
Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
production: 3 years (Preferred)
Construction: 3 years (Preferred)
Manufacturing: 3 years (Preferred)
Electrical design: 3 years (Required)
cad: 3 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Wilkesboro, NC (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
Wilkesboro, NC: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
25% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person