KZF Design
Founded in 1956, KZF Design is a multidisciplinary firm that specializes in thoughtful and award‑winning designs. Our team includes architects, engineers, interior designers, and urban planners proficient in both public and private sectors. We have specific expertise in commercial, workplace, education, health and wellness, industrial, government, and justice projects. Based in downtown Cincinnati, KZF Design has a staff of over 75 professionals, including architects, engineers, interior designers, landscape architects, and planners, and works collaboratively to deliver landmark projects across the country and around the world.
We’ve built our reputation on thoughtful, award‑winning designs and unparalleled technical proficiency in both the public and private sectors. Our expertise spans commercial, workplace, education, community infrastructure, healthcare, industrial, government, and public safety projects.
For more information, visit
www.kzf.com .
Electrical Engineer Qualifications
Capable and experienced in all areas of Electrical Engineering with an emphasis on buildings and building site electrical systems
Experience producing Electrical design and construction documents in an A/E consulting firm
Understanding and experience with design and office related computer software and operating systems
Experience using: ELUM Tools, Visual Lighting, and Navisworks preferred
Capable in all areas of building Electrical Engineering, concept development and final design, including, power systems (medium & low voltage), low voltage control systems, lighting design, fire alarm systems, security systems, telephone & communications systems (WAN & LAN), closed circuit TV systems, cable TV systems, and electrical utility systems, HVAC systems, HVAC controls, plumbing systems, fire protection, piping systems, and mechanical utility systems
Experience working with architects, electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, interior designers, and other technical personnel
Experience supervising electrical designers and other technical personnel
Comfortable with a broad range of project types
Familiarity and experience working with building codes
Knowledgeable in related areas of building design
Proficiency in REVIT MEP (Electrical)
Familiarity with A/E industry BIM standards
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
Experience managing parallel assignments
Proactive and assertive in problem solving
Staff management and client relationship skills
Comfortable working in teams and making group presentations
Experience providing marketing and project interview support
Experience working with Federal Government Agencies such as the Department of Defense, the Department of Justice and the US Army Corps of Engineers, a plus
Proficiency in AutoCAD or MicroStation a plus
LEED certification a plus
Good written and oral communications skills; fluent in speaking, reading and writing in English
Ability to be registered in every state - (NCEES preferred)
Responsibilities
Help our clients achieve their goals
Work with Director, Senior Electrical Engineers and Project Managers to meet KZF goals and objectives
Respond to estimated budget hour requests from Division Managers and Project Managers
Assist project managers with development of project schedules and budgets
Provide technical, project management and client management support to projects
Work directly with the Director and KZF project managers and assume the “day-to-day” responsibility of mechanical engineering design/production for assigned projects
Work with Project Managers to establish design parameters consistent with the project scope, schedule and budget
Prepare Electrical design and construction documents in REVIT MEP
Seeking advice and counsel from Director and Senior Electrical Engineers as needed
Interface with all professional disciplines assigned to the project to coordinate the Electrical work
Prepare electrical design studies, written design narratives, calculations, and analysis, and direct Mechanical Engineering support staff as required
Research building materials and systems and select appropriate items for incorporation into the building design
Maintain a working knowledge of architectural, mechanical, structural, civil, fire protection and telecom building systems; coordinate these systems with the Electrical design
Perform conceptual planning and design and confirm the requirements of assigned projects are consistent with the project scope, schedule and budget
Prepare design documents as required for all phases of design (concept, schematic, design development and construction documents)
Direct Electrical Engineering support staff as required; lead, manage and mentor personnel
Prepare documents in conformance with KZF standards and quality control requirements
Research and prepare building code analysis for Electrical Engineering work
Maintain technical accuracy, constructability, code conformance, and appropriate level of detail for project designs
Prepare outline and final construction document specifications, and coordinate the work with other project specifications
Assist with and prepare construction cost estimates
Remain current with new products and tools that will assist you in better meeting our client’s needs
Conduct field investigations to understand project requirements
Participating in value engineering
Attend and participate in project team meetings
Maintain technical expertise in your profession and area of work
Assist in the development and maintenance of electrical design standards including master specifications, Electrical standards, drawing standard procedures, CADD standards and project documentation standards, as assigned by the Director
Provide REVIT support to the Construction Administration Department and other team members on projects
Seal all documents for which you are in responsible charge
Assist with construction administration, provide bidding assistance, review shop drawings, prepare construction submittals, participate in construction site observation, prepare Request for Information (RFI) responses and work with the Construction Administration Department and other team members to resolve construction issues in a timely manner
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Architecture and Planning
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We’ve built our reputation on thoughtful, award‑winning designs and unparalleled technical proficiency in both the public and private sectors. Our expertise spans commercial, workplace, education, community infrastructure, healthcare, industrial, government, and public safety projects.
For more information, visit
www.kzf.com .
Electrical Engineer Qualifications
Capable and experienced in all areas of Electrical Engineering with an emphasis on buildings and building site electrical systems
Experience producing Electrical design and construction documents in an A/E consulting firm
Understanding and experience with design and office related computer software and operating systems
Experience using: ELUM Tools, Visual Lighting, and Navisworks preferred
Capable in all areas of building Electrical Engineering, concept development and final design, including, power systems (medium & low voltage), low voltage control systems, lighting design, fire alarm systems, security systems, telephone & communications systems (WAN & LAN), closed circuit TV systems, cable TV systems, and electrical utility systems, HVAC systems, HVAC controls, plumbing systems, fire protection, piping systems, and mechanical utility systems
Experience working with architects, electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, interior designers, and other technical personnel
Experience supervising electrical designers and other technical personnel
Comfortable with a broad range of project types
Familiarity and experience working with building codes
Knowledgeable in related areas of building design
Proficiency in REVIT MEP (Electrical)
Familiarity with A/E industry BIM standards
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
Experience managing parallel assignments
Proactive and assertive in problem solving
Staff management and client relationship skills
Comfortable working in teams and making group presentations
Experience providing marketing and project interview support
Experience working with Federal Government Agencies such as the Department of Defense, the Department of Justice and the US Army Corps of Engineers, a plus
Proficiency in AutoCAD or MicroStation a plus
LEED certification a plus
Good written and oral communications skills; fluent in speaking, reading and writing in English
Ability to be registered in every state - (NCEES preferred)
Responsibilities
Help our clients achieve their goals
Work with Director, Senior Electrical Engineers and Project Managers to meet KZF goals and objectives
Respond to estimated budget hour requests from Division Managers and Project Managers
Assist project managers with development of project schedules and budgets
Provide technical, project management and client management support to projects
Work directly with the Director and KZF project managers and assume the “day-to-day” responsibility of mechanical engineering design/production for assigned projects
Work with Project Managers to establish design parameters consistent with the project scope, schedule and budget
Prepare Electrical design and construction documents in REVIT MEP
Seeking advice and counsel from Director and Senior Electrical Engineers as needed
Interface with all professional disciplines assigned to the project to coordinate the Electrical work
Prepare electrical design studies, written design narratives, calculations, and analysis, and direct Mechanical Engineering support staff as required
Research building materials and systems and select appropriate items for incorporation into the building design
Maintain a working knowledge of architectural, mechanical, structural, civil, fire protection and telecom building systems; coordinate these systems with the Electrical design
Perform conceptual planning and design and confirm the requirements of assigned projects are consistent with the project scope, schedule and budget
Prepare design documents as required for all phases of design (concept, schematic, design development and construction documents)
Direct Electrical Engineering support staff as required; lead, manage and mentor personnel
Prepare documents in conformance with KZF standards and quality control requirements
Research and prepare building code analysis for Electrical Engineering work
Maintain technical accuracy, constructability, code conformance, and appropriate level of detail for project designs
Prepare outline and final construction document specifications, and coordinate the work with other project specifications
Assist with and prepare construction cost estimates
Remain current with new products and tools that will assist you in better meeting our client’s needs
Conduct field investigations to understand project requirements
Participating in value engineering
Attend and participate in project team meetings
Maintain technical expertise in your profession and area of work
Assist in the development and maintenance of electrical design standards including master specifications, Electrical standards, drawing standard procedures, CADD standards and project documentation standards, as assigned by the Director
Provide REVIT support to the Construction Administration Department and other team members on projects
Seal all documents for which you are in responsible charge
Assist with construction administration, provide bidding assistance, review shop drawings, prepare construction submittals, participate in construction site observation, prepare Request for Information (RFI) responses and work with the Construction Administration Department and other team members to resolve construction issues in a timely manner
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Architecture and Planning
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