Electrical Designer

Description

We are ERock!

ERock is a leader and innovator in distributed energy. ERock has responded to long-term trends in electricity by becoming the first smart-grid supplier to US energy consumers. The company installs, operates, and integrates its highly flexible, low-cost, and quick-response distributed generation to increase reliability and stability, reduce costs and decrease carbon footprint.

At ERock, our backup generators ensure that customers will never be without power, allowing their business to operate normally when there is an outage in the area. Our innovative approach provides customers with highly reliable, ultra-clean backup generation at a fraction of the cost of traditional backup solutions. We seek those who share our commitment to customer service, innovation, and ingenuity.

Role Overview:

We are looking to hire a detailed-oriented, driven, and resourceful Electrical Designer for multiple Microgrid Engineering Procurement Construction (EPC) projects. The successful candidate will perform project and electrical design work. You will prepare project design packages typically comprising one lines, layouts, MTOs, installation details etc. under the supervision of a Senior/Lead Engineer. Mechanical / construction design experience is a plus. This position will report to the Director of Microgrid Engineering and will work a hybrid schedule based out of our headquarters in downtown Houston, TX.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform the following under supervision of Project Lead Engineer:

• Complete Electrical designs and layouts for complete systems and components of a project
• Performs project design packages typically comprising one lines, layouts, MTOs, installation details, etc.
• Ensures compliance with required specifications, tolerances, safety factors, and client requirements
• Understands and applies commonly used company design standards and methods.
• Designs and creates orthographic (2D) drawings
• Collaborates with Engineers and Designers to ensure quality of design
• Responsible for ensuring that tasks assigned are completed on time and are of good quality
• Other items as required by Engineering management team

Requirements

Basic (Required) Qualifications:

• Associates in CAD & Design or Electrical Engineering from accredited university
• 4+ years of relevant experience in Electrical Design required
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with MS Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel & Power Point) & various pdf editing/mark up software
• Demonstrated proficiency to do AutoCAD drawings
• Physical requirements and working conditions: Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting including performing occasional site visits and to use standard office equipment, including a computer, stamina to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions, strength to lift and carry [files weighing up to 20 pounds]; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Construction, Utility, Substation Design, or Oil and Gas Industry preferred
• Ability to multi-task and handle multiple projects
• Effective written and oral communications
• Ability to work in a team environment and coordinate with other areas to achieve goals and objectives
• Ability to effectively manage time and complete assignments on a timely basis
• Ability to develop a good understanding of Company standards, practices and procedures pertaining to engineering and design
• Work with minimum supervision, be a self-starter, be able to meet goals and deadlines on own initiative
• Be self-motivated and able to maintain deadlines of assigned project deliverables, via reports from project management scheduling software
• Developing a good understanding of Company standards, practices and procedures pertaining to engineering and design.
• Understanding of cable sizing, conduit / cable, and tray fill calculations
• Knowledge of electrical power distribution and control systems design and understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC)

Benefits:

· Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance

· Company-Paid Life Insurance

· Disability Insurance

· Paid Family Leave

· Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

· Health Savings Account (HSA)

· Wellness Programs and Incentives

· 401(k) Retirement Plan & Company Match

· Paid Time Off - Sick & Vacation Time

· Paid Holidays

· Hybrid Work Schedule!

· Cool Open-Office Concept

Do you have what it takes to join the ERock team? Send us your cover letter and resume today.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ERock is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

At ERock, we embrace diversity, including all the unique characteristics that make us human: race, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, and education - to name a few. We understand and recognize that diverse backgrounds and perspectives strengthen our teams and our business. The foundation of our diversity efforts is closely tied to our core values specifically our value of “The Team” which includes “Mutual Respect, Openness, and Honesty.”