Associate Electrical Engineer

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This individual will support the engineering team on Aligned’s technical topics and matters and will work directly with the internal and external design teams to ensure technical compliance.  As a technical contributor, this individual will play a crucial role in a wide variety of responsibilities ranging from early-stage design direction, to validating installed conditions, to yearly site assessments, and evaluating next level technologies.

Working cross functionally, this individual will raise Aligned’s technical capabilities and enhance performance across multiple work streams.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Design:

Review   and   support   for   electrical   technical   standards and updates.

Review and s upport   for each phase of design   deliverable s .

Assist   content preparation and presentation to achieve business approvals.

S upport   conceptual/directional design decisions   at   inception .

Review and   support   for major equipment product commitments.

Execution:

Review and s upport   for commissioning scripts and procedures.

Review and   support   for critical   MOP’s .

Review and   support   for commissioning reports.

Assist   with t echnical investigations and problem solving.

Reliability:

Technical   support   for site performance shortfalls , failures, and issue resolution.

Translate electrical concepts clearly to non-technical partners and across disciplines.

Forward vision:

Involvement within   industry and vendor interaction to be aware of industry leading technologies.

Collaborate with customer technical needs to ensure Aligned i s   aware and keeping pace with industry technical developments.

Complete   technical review and validation of   new   technologies .

Technical understanding and evaluating sustainable practices.

Grow understanding of   National Electric Code requirements and industry best practices   as it pertains to electrical engineering an d   design.

Grow understanding of building code requirements and industry best   practices   at it   pertains   to electrical engineering and design.

Communications:

Participation in   discussions, written and verbal, with Aligned   team members .

Individual   should be able to communicate complex topics to work groups   of   varying technical experience.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree   in   Electrical   Engineering   or equivalent.
• 2 + years of   experience in data center or mission critical electrical and mechanical design,   construction   and operations
• EIT certification or FE test plan   required
• AutoCAD or Revit experience
• Experience   with   interpret ing   construction drawings and equipment specifications
• Ability to understand construction project scopes
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• May travel at times up to 25%.
• COMPETENCIES: Diversity   - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.
• Ethics   - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Adaptability   - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Analytical   - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs   work flows   and procedures.
• Business Acumen   - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability;   Demonstrates   knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.
• Change Management   - Develops workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates results
• Design   - Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to   modify   designs; Applies design principles;   Demonstrates   attention to detail.
• Innovation   - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
• Judgement   - Displays willingness to make decisions;   Exhibits   sound and   accurate   judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes   appropriate people   in decision-making process; Makes   timely   decisions.
• Oral Communication   - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions;   Demonstrates   group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Organizational Support   - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
• Problem Solving   -   Identifies   and resolves problems   in a timely manner ; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Professionalism   - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Quality   -   Demonstrates   accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance;   Monitors   own work to ensure quality.
• Quality Management   - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality;   Demonstrates   accuracy and thoroughness.
• Safety and Security   -   Observes   safety and security procedures; Determines   appropriate action   beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Strategic Thinking   - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; Analyzes market and competition;   Identifies   external threats and opportunities; Adapts strategy to changing conditions.