Electrical Engineer (P.E.)

Job SummaryAKS Engineering & Forestry (AKS) is seeking an experienced licensed Electrical Engineer to join our team. As our new Electrical Engineer, you'll lead the design of electrical systems and management of various projects ranging from private site developments to essential public works. You'll work on impactful projects like public roadways, parks, residential communities, office complexes, and municipal facilities, making a real difference in the communities we serve. At AKS, you'll find a supportive environment that encourages professional growth and collaboration. With us, you'll be part of a team that values creativity, integrity, and community impact.Ideal Candidate QualificationsExperience: A minimum of 5 years' experience in full electrical design (power, lighting, and voltage). Experience designing lighting systems which include controls and compliance with state energy codes.Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related science field.License: Professional Engineer (PE) License required with ability for reciprocity in Oregon and Washington.Systems: Experience with MS Office products, AutoCAD, Revit, EasyPower, and Visual.Travel: Willingness to travel occasionally is required (extensive travel not anticipated). Must have a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record.Attributes: Communicative: Strong written and oral communication skills, including proposal and report writing.Organized: Ability to manage multiple deadlines and establish priorities effectively.Collaborative: Comfortable networking with clients and colleagues to build professional relationships.Detail-Oriented: Committed to delivering quality work within budgets and timelines.Proactive: Self-motivated and capable of working within a multidisciplinary team.Job Functions & Responsibilities: Your responsibilities will include overseeing all phasesofelectrical engineering, from proposals and preliminary engineering to detailed design, commissioning, and start-up. You'll collaborate closely with our multidisciplinary principals and project managers on a range of exciting projects, from private site developments to essential public works facilities. Lead electrical and low-voltage design components for projects from early planning through design development and construction.Conduct technical calculations, create detailed drawings, specifications, and estimates.Assist with project feasibility studies and prepare preliminary utility infrastructure plans.Design low voltage power systems including utility coordination, circuiting, and one-line diagrams.Design street and site lighting including photometric studies and plan preparation.Draft and prepare mark ups for lighting and power systems.Conduct field inspections and perform ongoing QA/QC of deliverables.Coordinate with in-house disciplines and external subconsultants.Network with clients, agency personnel, and colleagues to foster lasting professional relationships.Company OverviewAKS Engineering & Forestry is a locally owned multidiscipline engineering consulting firm focused on developing infrastructure for private and public clients throughout the Pacific Northwest. Remaining true to our values and diligently maintaining our focus on quality enables our staff to thrive and grow. With seven offices and over 28 years in business, AKS is a well-respected and trusted resource to a broad portfolio of clients providing a unique and diverse combination of services. - Civil Engineering - Land, Aerial, and Hydrographic Surveying - Land Use Planning - Landscape Architecture - Forestry/Forest Engineering - Arboriculture - Natural Resources - Water Resources - Construction Support Services - GISCultureAKS is recognized annually as one of the Top Workplaces in Oregon and Southwest Washington. With a reputation built on personal responsibility, straight answers, practical solutions, and client and employee service, AKS has become a highly sought-after place to work. We care deeply about building long-term relationships at all levels of our organization and look for opportunities to share meals together every week, go on teambuilding adventures, make team site visits, and host events that bring our people and clients together.We are organized around multidisciplinary teams that follow a project from conception through construction. We function as one team, one company, one community, and empower our employees to deliver their best work to evolve, grow, and succeed.BenefitsAKS proudly offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, immediately vested 401k matching, and additional benefits and special perks. Including:Opportunities for personal and professional development, mentorship, advancement, and training.Collaborative team environment, fun atmosphere, all staff, and team events.Security working for an established, reputable, stable, and successful company.Weekly lunches with dining area set up to encourage staff to spend unstructured time together.Flexible work schedule, vacations, and time off.Visit our website for more information on the work we do, and all that AKS offers.AKS Engineering and Forestry does not work with third-party recruiters or agencies. Candidates should be warned that third-party recruiters may misrepresent themselves as working on behalf of AKS. Candidates should only communicate directly with AKS employees.Third-party recruiters and agencies should not contact AKS Engineering and Forestry employees directly. Any resumes sent from third-party recruiters or agencies to an AKS employee or submitted through the AKS website are considered unsolicited and the property of AKS. AKS will not pay a placement fee unless the recruiter or agency has a signed contract with AKS before submitting a candidate for consideration.