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Overview

Kimley-Horn's San Antonio, Texas (TX) office is seeking an Electrical Engineer with 6+ years of experience to join their MEP team! This is not a remote position.

Responsibilities

Support our Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing team specifically working on large scale HVAC design
Lead the design and analysis of complex electrical systems for MEP projects
Responsible for the development of design documents and reports, including electrical layouts, equipment schematics and block diagrams, electrical system calculations, and one-line diagrams
Daily interaction and collaboration on multi-disciplinary teams, with interaction across Kimley-Horn offices
Prepare project specifications, electrical construction cost estimates, and proposals, supporting the growth of electrical engineering service areas in the local market and across the country
Expected to assist in mentoring, training, and growing a team to expand our MEP practice
Responsible for the development of reports and design documents, including electrical design plans, equipment selection, solar system sizing, and power analyses
Coordinate with specialists for fire alarm, technology and lighting design as required by project scope of work
Coordinate with architects, mechanical/plumbing engineers and other disciplines for equipment power needs and sizing electrical distribution

Qualifications

6+ years experience in an Electrical Engineering role
Professional Engineering (P.E.) License
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
Understanding of the National Electrical Code, National Electrical Safety Code, IEEE and ANSI Standards
Willingness to travel to support site visits and client meetings, as needed
Ability to work in a team; both collaborating with and mentoring junior staff
Preferred
- Experience in utility-scale PV, MEP, or HVAC
- Experience in engineering project management
- Proficiency in AutoCAD
- Experience in power system analysis using SKM, ETAP, or equivalent
- Experience in transient studies using PSCAD, EMTP-RV, or equivalent
- Experience in lighting designs and photometrics using AGI32, or equivalent
- Comfortable programming in Python or MATLAB

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 17 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.

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What You Should Know About Electrical Engineer - MEP, Kimley-Horn

Join the dynamic MEP team at Kimley-Horn as an Electrical Engineer in sunny San Antonio, Texas! With over 6 years of experience, you'll dive into large-scale HVAC design projects, where your expertise in electrical systems will shine. In this role, you'll lead the design and analysis of intricate electrical systems, creating vital documents such as electrical layouts, schematics, and one-line diagrams. Your collaboration will extend across multi-disciplinary teams with daily interaction with different Kimley-Horn offices. You'll prepare project specifications and cost estimates and help to mentor and train junior engineers, playing a key role in expanding our electrical engineering services both locally and nationally. You'll also coordinate closely with specialists for various design aspects including fire alarm systems and lighting, ensuring all equipment power needs are effectively met. If you have a passion for innovation and teamwork, and hold a Professional Engineering license combined with a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, this opportunity will allow you to thrive in a supportive and growth-oriented environment. At Kimley-Horn, we champion our people—our recognition as one of Fortune's '100 Best Companies to Work' for 17 years illustrates our commitment to fostering a productive and rewarding workplace. Consider joining us where you can make a meaningful impact and be part of a culture that values hard work, collaboration, and professional development!

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What are the responsibilities of an Electrical Engineer at Kimley-Horn?

As an Electrical Engineer at Kimley-Horn, your key responsibilities include designing and analyzing complex electrical systems for MEP projects, developing essential design documents like layouts and calculations, and leading interactions across multidisciplinary teams. You'll prepare specifications, manage electrical construction estimates, and assist in mentoring junior staff, enhancing growth within the MEP practice.