Electrical Fire Systems Engineer 03160 LBYD Federal

Location: Knoxville, TN
Title: Electrical Fire Systems Engineer
Schedule (FT/PT): FT
Travel Required: As Needed
Clearance: Ability to Obtain

At LBYD Federal, “Large Firm Expertise, Small Firm Responsive”, is our motto we live by and practice each day. With the capability to produce high quality designs in a fun, supportive and exciting atmosphere, we recognize our employees are our greatest asset. We offer an exciting variety of opportunities for employees to develop and grow their careers, working alongside diverse and supportive team members to achieve success. We maintain our responsiveness to clients and partners by allowing our employees the autonomy to achieve success.

Along with a competitive benefits package and 401(k) matching, we strive to maintain a 98% employee retention rate, by providing our employees endless growth opportunities. Unique opportunities such as a formalized mentorship program, professional development through North Wind University, a wellness program, celebrating our employees time with us through our employee service awards program, and many others meant to enhance the employee experience ultimately led to high employee satisfaction. Additionally, we strive to support the communities we live, work, and enjoy by taking part in community fundraisers, and volunteering through local and national organizations.

We give you the flexibility to achieve your best work by offering hybrid working options, while fostering a culture of inclusivity, equity and diversity, creating a workplace we feel everyone can achieve success. We take pride in the impact our employees make as leaders, no matter the level within the organization. You will be connected with like-minded, high achieving individuals upon joining our organization leading and participating in the most challenging designs across the world.

POSITION PURPOSE:

The Senior Electrical Engineer will work on multiple electrical and fire alarm projects. The work will be all over the country on federal, manufacturing, and commercial facilities. This position provides a unique opportunity to be fully immersed with multi-discipline engineering teams, construction teams, operations teams, and production/manufacturing teams.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop building electrical as well as fire alarm systems complying with NFPA 72, NFPA 72e, the national electrical code (NFPA 70) and fire life safety designs for new facilities and retrofitting existing facilities
• Support Staff Fire Protection Engineer and develop fire alarm designs for new or existing facilities.
• Perform electrical load calculations.
• Perform lighting systems specifications and design.
• Perform photometric calculations.
• Perform power distribution designs.
• Prepare specifications.
• Perform voltage drop / short circuit calculations.
• Review and comment on shop drawing design packages developed by contractors.
• Coordinate with various disciplines (mechanical, electrical & plumbing) during the design process.
• Support construction team to develop field solutions.
• Perform field observations to document existing conditions for assigned projects and infrastructure improvement.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (or related undergraduate degree)
• PE – Professional Engineer license
• 8 years electrical engineering experience
• 5 years fire alarm system design experience
• 5 years MEP electrical design experience
• Extensive experience with fire detection/alarm as well as fire suppression system and inspection.
• Experience with electrical design software such as SKM power tools is a plus.
• Experience with AutoCAD and Revit (preferred but not required)
• Experience in Construction Observation

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong working knowledge of electrical and fire alarm engineering design in full compliance with the national electrical code; NFPA 70, NFPA 72, and NFPA 72e.
• Strong working knowledge with NFPA standards and building codes.
• Strong communication skills to explain complex technical challenges and solutions clearly and concisely.
• Ability to work cross-functionally
• Ability to work well under pressure

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be U.S. Citizen
• Must be proficient in written and verbal communication in English language

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Listening and following directions
• Self-motivated a