Electrical Designer

APD is seeking an Electrical Designer in our Victor, NY office. This position will be responsible for the engineering of electrical systems for retail, restaurant, public infrastructure and facilities, recreation, education and residential, with a heavy emphasis on retail design. This is an excellent opportunity for growth and advancement.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop construction drawings suitable for the public bidding of electrical systems.
• Perform load calculations to determine building service size, power distribution, voltage drops, wiring size, lighting, and emergency power systems.
• Perform load calculations to determine building service size, power distribution, voltage drops, wiring size, lighting, and emergency power systems.
• Populate panel schedules, generate risers and single line diagrams.
• Ability to coordinate with Mechanical, Plumbing and Fire Protection systems for power requirements.
• Ensure NEC, energy and NFPA codes and specifications are implemented.
• Ability to adhere to deadlines and work in a fast paced consulting environment.
• Perform field visits to document and verify existing equipment and systems.
• Construction administration duties that include: answering RFIs, reviewing submittals and resolving design/coordination issues with contractors.

Minimum Qualifications

• AS or BS degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• 0-5+ years’ experience in electrical design with some knowledge of power distribution, fire alarm, data & communications, lighting and emergency power systems.
• Ability to bring projects to completion with supervision and assist in the QA/QC process.
• Excellent communication skills and experience/proficiency in PC use and application.
• One or more years of AutoCAD education, training, or related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT).
• Previous design experience with an MEP engineering consultant.
• Solid experience with latest version of AutoCAD and Revit.
• Experience in applying requirements of applicable NEC, NFPA, building, and energy codes.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Eligible to obtain LEED BD+C credentials.

Join APD!

We know it...what makes APD truly great is our people.                  

And we appreciate them. We have a true team atmosphere, where we work to constantly improve.

APD’s success and growth is dependent upon our people, therefore we select the most talented engineers, architects and professionals that apply their experience to provide unparalleled service to our clients.

APD Engineering was formed with a new vision of the future – powerful professional design and consulting services without the often associated large company corporate bureaucracy. Our most senior and experienced personnel focus on competitive rate progression of our client’s projects by containing internal costs.

APD strives to grow with selective personnel, that are proactive and team-oriented, and through maintaining a leadership position in technology.

APD offers a strong benefits package including health insurance, professional development, paid time off, 401(k) and much more. APD provides multidisciplinary design and engineering solutions to the private and public sectors. We apply our distinct approach to projects in retail, restaurant, public infrastructure and facilities, recreation, education, and residential. If you desire to be challenged and rewarded for your efforts, we invite you to consider APD Engineering and Architecture.

APD Engineering & Architecture, PLLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Submit Resume and Cover Letter to:

resumes@apd.com