Dennis Group
Electrical Engineer III (Building Power Systems)
Dennis Group, Carlsbad, California, United States, 92002
Electrical Engineer III (Building Power Systems)
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Electrical Engineer III (Building Power Systems)
role. The position is part of the Building Electrical Group, responsible for all building electrical systems across our design‑build projects.
Base Pay Range $100,000 – $150,000 per year.
Compensation Package
Approximate base salary range $100,000‑$150,000 (final compensation based on experience, knowledge, abilities, etc.)
Performance bonus and profit‑sharing bonus.
401(k) with company match.
Open vacation policy.
Paid holidays.
Paid parental leave.
Health, vision, dental, life insurance, disability.
Tuition reimbursement and professional employee licensing.
Job Summary The Building Electrical Group is responsible for all building electrical systems, including lighting, fire protection, and low voltage, for our design‑build, industrial projects. We design and build food and beverage production facilities. The professional will have technical responsibility for scoping, performing, and delivering multiple concurrent project assignments.
Responsibilities
Designing electrical systems for building power, i.e. normal, emergency, and standby power distribution systems for 208 V, 480 V, and medium voltage for industrial facilities.
Executing duties on larger projects independently.
Client contact and Lead Engineer.
Documenting all necessary calculations for the design such as short circuit, selective coordination, arc flash, generator sizing, steady‑state and transient voltage drops, load calculations, conductor sizing, raceway fills, etc.
Maintaining project document organization.
Managing time and meeting commitments.
Understanding Ohm’s law, AC/DC, electric and magnetic fields.
Understanding power system theory – 3‑phase vector math, power factor, symmetrical components.
Understanding capacitors, inductors, and resonance.
Designing lighting for food processing spaces, including lighting calculations for emergency and inspection lighting level needs; coordinating fixture placement/mounting with other trades.
Designing fire alarm systems per NFPA 72, 101, and local building code.
Code expertise – NEC, NFPA 72/101, IBC.
Specifying means and methods.
Specifying other common work – grounding, start‑up, LV & MV cables.
Specifying equipment.
Designing low‑voltage systems such as LAN, phones, PA, Wi‑Fi, access control, cameras.
Creating power plans.
Creating power one‑line and panel schedules.
Defining fire alarm requirements per IBC and NFPA 101.
Defining low‑voltage systems.
Reviewing scope with client – create and manage needs list.
Producing bid documents consisting of layout drawings, one‑line, riser, schedules, details, and specifications.
CAD – add 2D & 3D devices to X‑refs.
Procuring long‑lead light fixtures and power distribution equipment such as switchgear, switchboards, panelboards, transformers, MCCs, generators, variable‑speed drives, and UPSs.
Transformer configurations.
Performing short‑circuit calculations identifying deficiencies or series ratings.
Estimating weights of main tray/trapezes and equipment needing support.
Assisting in managing electrical bid process for clients, observing construction, and assisting with startup.
Project planning and feasibility studies.
Actively participating in and supporting department‑wide standard development, updates, and maintenance.
Researching electrical building/power materials and best practices.
Supporting talent growth within our organization.
Assisting with interviewing and hiring new team members.
Handling complex issues and tasks with minimal supervision and advising subordinate team members on solutions to issues they encounter.
Providing coaching and/or mentoring to a subordinate group when directed by supervisor.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related 4‑year degree.
8+ years of work experience in electrical systems for building power.
8+ years of work experience in designing lighting, fire alarm systems, and low‑voltage systems for building spaces, including lighting calculations and coordinating fixture placement with trades.
8+ years of work experience in electrical bid documents and procuring electrical materials and equipment.
8+ years of work experience in AutoCAD, Revit, or other related design programs.
Relevant experience in a manufacturing or construction setting preferred.
FE or PE tracked desirable.
Travel to customer project sites for fieldwork, review, audit, and meetings, estimated 25 %.
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Travel Requirements
Up to 25 % travel required to visit project site and other offices.
About Us We plan, design, engineer, and build food plants for major brands across the country and the world. For the past three decades, we’ve focused exclusively on the food and beverage industry, helping your favorite brands put your favorite foods in the grocery store. Simply put, food isn’t one thing we do, it’s all we do.
Dennis Group offers competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience. We provide comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off including an open vacation policy, as well as bonus, profit‑sharing, and retirement plans.
Dennis Group is proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
Job Details
Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type: Full‑time
Job Function: Engineering and Information Technology
Industry: Food and Beverage Services
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Electrical Engineer III (Building Power Systems)
role. The position is part of the Building Electrical Group, responsible for all building electrical systems across our design‑build projects.
Base Pay Range $100,000 – $150,000 per year.
Compensation Package
Approximate base salary range $100,000‑$150,000 (final compensation based on experience, knowledge, abilities, etc.)
Performance bonus and profit‑sharing bonus.
401(k) with company match.
Open vacation policy.
Paid holidays.
Paid parental leave.
Health, vision, dental, life insurance, disability.
Tuition reimbursement and professional employee licensing.
Job Summary The Building Electrical Group is responsible for all building electrical systems, including lighting, fire protection, and low voltage, for our design‑build, industrial projects. We design and build food and beverage production facilities. The professional will have technical responsibility for scoping, performing, and delivering multiple concurrent project assignments.
Responsibilities
Designing electrical systems for building power, i.e. normal, emergency, and standby power distribution systems for 208 V, 480 V, and medium voltage for industrial facilities.
Executing duties on larger projects independently.
Client contact and Lead Engineer.
Documenting all necessary calculations for the design such as short circuit, selective coordination, arc flash, generator sizing, steady‑state and transient voltage drops, load calculations, conductor sizing, raceway fills, etc.
Maintaining project document organization.
Managing time and meeting commitments.
Understanding Ohm’s law, AC/DC, electric and magnetic fields.
Understanding power system theory – 3‑phase vector math, power factor, symmetrical components.
Understanding capacitors, inductors, and resonance.
Designing lighting for food processing spaces, including lighting calculations for emergency and inspection lighting level needs; coordinating fixture placement/mounting with other trades.
Designing fire alarm systems per NFPA 72, 101, and local building code.
Code expertise – NEC, NFPA 72/101, IBC.
Specifying means and methods.
Specifying other common work – grounding, start‑up, LV & MV cables.
Specifying equipment.
Designing low‑voltage systems such as LAN, phones, PA, Wi‑Fi, access control, cameras.
Creating power plans.
Creating power one‑line and panel schedules.
Defining fire alarm requirements per IBC and NFPA 101.
Defining low‑voltage systems.
Reviewing scope with client – create and manage needs list.
Producing bid documents consisting of layout drawings, one‑line, riser, schedules, details, and specifications.
CAD – add 2D & 3D devices to X‑refs.
Procuring long‑lead light fixtures and power distribution equipment such as switchgear, switchboards, panelboards, transformers, MCCs, generators, variable‑speed drives, and UPSs.
Transformer configurations.
Performing short‑circuit calculations identifying deficiencies or series ratings.
Estimating weights of main tray/trapezes and equipment needing support.
Assisting in managing electrical bid process for clients, observing construction, and assisting with startup.
Project planning and feasibility studies.
Actively participating in and supporting department‑wide standard development, updates, and maintenance.
Researching electrical building/power materials and best practices.
Supporting talent growth within our organization.
Assisting with interviewing and hiring new team members.
Handling complex issues and tasks with minimal supervision and advising subordinate team members on solutions to issues they encounter.
Providing coaching and/or mentoring to a subordinate group when directed by supervisor.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related 4‑year degree.
8+ years of work experience in electrical systems for building power.
8+ years of work experience in designing lighting, fire alarm systems, and low‑voltage systems for building spaces, including lighting calculations and coordinating fixture placement with trades.
8+ years of work experience in electrical bid documents and procuring electrical materials and equipment.
8+ years of work experience in AutoCAD, Revit, or other related design programs.
Relevant experience in a manufacturing or construction setting preferred.
FE or PE tracked desirable.
Travel to customer project sites for fieldwork, review, audit, and meetings, estimated 25 %.
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Travel Requirements
Up to 25 % travel required to visit project site and other offices.
About Us We plan, design, engineer, and build food plants for major brands across the country and the world. For the past three decades, we’ve focused exclusively on the food and beverage industry, helping your favorite brands put your favorite foods in the grocery store. Simply put, food isn’t one thing we do, it’s all we do.
Dennis Group offers competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience. We provide comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off including an open vacation policy, as well as bonus, profit‑sharing, and retirement plans.
Dennis Group is proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
Job Details
Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type: Full‑time
Job Function: Engineering and Information Technology
Industry: Food and Beverage Services
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