Company: Trileaf Corporation is a nationwide environmental, architecture, and engineering consulting firm that assists clients with environmental due diligence, regulatory compliance, and engineering & architectural design. Trileaf serves the wireless communications, real estate, and financial industries from its headquarters in St. Louis, MO and many branch offices throughout the U.S.
Position Summary: The Electrical Designer creates electrical line diagrams, floorplans, and construction documents in collaboration with Trileaf's Electrical Engineer, applying AutoCAD and/or Revit skills along with knowledge of electrical and energy codes, specifications, and construction techniques.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Research applicable electrical and energy codes to ensure all documents comply with applicable code requirements, with assistance and input from the Electrical Engineer
- Complete 2-3 electrical sheets per set of construction documents, including line diagrams, electrical floorplans, lighting sheets, and panel schedules
- Collaborate with the Electrical Engineer to produce accurate, code-compliant electrical construction documents
- Design electrical systems for commercial buildings generally located in tenant spaces.
- Review 3D models, photographs, and as-built plans to understand existing conditions for Tenant Improvement (TI) projects.
- Collaborate with engineers and project managers to ensure project specifications are met
- Perform load calculations and determine electrical requirements
- Select and specify electrical components, materials, and equipment
- Prepare and review detailed plans and specifications for electrical installations
- Ensure designs comply with local, state, and federal electrical codes and standards
- Troubleshoot and resolve electrical design issues
- Utilize AutoCAD and/or Revit software to create detailed and accurate designs
- Prepare and submit necessary documentation and reports, including energy code compliance documentation using COMcheck
- Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technological advancements
- Participate in project meetings and provide technical guidance
- Other duties as assigned
Required Skills & Abilities:
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Revit
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to research and apply electrical and energy code requirements
- Understanding of mechanical design elements
- Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, schematics, drawings, and models
Education and Experience:
- Certificate or greater in drafting, electrical engineering, architecture, or a similar field preferred but not required
- At least 1 year of professional experience in electrical drafting, utilizing AutoCAD or Revit
Licenses and Certifications:
- No specific licenses or certifications required
Physical Requirements:
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.
- Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer
- Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing and operating office equipment
- Ability to lift and/or move items up to 15 lbs. occasionally
Work Environment and Travel:
- This is primarily an office-based position
- Minimal travel required
Potential Hazards:
- None specific to this role; standard office environment
Other duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Benefits:
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401k with company match
- Short-term disability, Long-term disability & Life Insurance – 100% Employer paid
- 3 weeks of PTO per year
- 8 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday
The listed salary range for this position is an expected range. The actual offer will be at the company's sole discretion and determined by relevant business considerations, including the final candidate's qualifications, years of experience, skillset, geographic location, and current market data.
All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check, including criminal history, education verification, employment verification and drug test. This may also include credit and motor vehicle record checks depending on the position.
Trileaf Corporation is an Equal Opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disorder, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.
Skills Required
- At least 1 year of professional experience in electrical drafting using AutoCAD or Revit
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Revit
- Ability to research and apply electrical and energy code requirements
- Strong attention to detail
- Understanding of mechanical design elements
- Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles used to produce precision technical plans, schematics, drawings, and models
- Certificate or greater in drafting, electrical engineering, architecture, or a similar field
What We Do
Trileaf is a specialized environmental, architecture, and engineering firm serving telecommunications and commercial markets across the United States and Canada. It undertakes high volumes of small- and medium-sized projects, including Phase I and II environmental site assessments, environmental due diligence, architectural and engineering design, site surveys, construction documents, and FCC/NEPA reviews. Its in-house staff delivers consistent, fast results across broad geographies without relying on contractors or subconsultants.
