Electrical Designer jobs in Tacoma, WA

Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Lighting Designer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for accurate and high quality electrical, lighting, and low voltage building designs on time with minimal supervision, meeting internal and customer standards, production schedules, and project goals.

Duties:

• Collaborate with architects and clients to design interior and exterior lighting plans, photometric plans, photovoltaic systems, and electrical systems for multifamily housing, commercial, mixed use, and industrial facilities that meet customer needs and are compliant with state and local energy and building codes.
• Complete accurate electrical, lighting, and communication system calculations by hand and using industry software including SKM and other programs
• Complete thorough and accurate designs and drawings using prevalent and latest industry software including REVIT, AutoCAD, MS Office Suite, and other programs.
• Demonstrate and maintain proficiency and technical expertise in electrical systems, low-voltage systems, current codes, standards, procedures, production software, and current industry trends
• Conduct site visits to review as-built conditions and develop feasible design solutions
• Perform construction administration support both in the office and at the job site when needed.
• Effectively manage tasks and complete assigned work on-time and to high quality standards including multiple concurrent projects and deadlines
• Perform general office tasks

Experience:

• Min Education: Associates or 2-year degree in related field or trade school certification in drafting, design or equivalent; or 3 years work experience in lighting and electrical design.
• Bachelors/4-year degree preferred
• Ability to competently perform duties as described above and work effectively as a team across multiple projects and stakeholders
• Ability to read, analyze, understand and interpret design and electrical drawings preferred
• Knowledge of the principles of facility electrical engineering and construction
• Knowledge of NEC, WA State Energy Code, Seattle Energy Code
• Proficiency with AutoCad, Revit, and Microsoft Office products preferred
• Professional and competent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug test (including all federal illegal substances, e.g. marijuana), and other testing as required by contracts
• Willing and able to comply with project site safety plans, including masks and vaccination mandates

Tres West Engineers, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, physical/mental disability, medical condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, alienage or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. By completing this application, you are seeking to join a team of hardworking professionals dedicated to consistently delivering outstanding service to our customers and contributing to the financial success of the organization, its clients, and its employees. Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all qualified persons. Those applicants requiring accommodation to complete the application and/or interview process should contact a management representative

If you are a detail-oriented individual with a passion for electrical design and possess the required skills, we encourage you to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 - $38.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• Electrical design: 2 years (Preferred)
• Lighting design: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Tacoma, WA 98409 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Tacoma, WA 98409: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person