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Burns & McDonnell · 2 weeks ago

Substation Designer - Transmission & Distribution (Northeast Region)

Morristown, NJ

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$85K/yr - $155K/yr

2+ years exp

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Assistant Electrical Designer to assist in various phases of planning and design projects. The role involves creating electrical schematics, preparing engineering drawings, and ensuring compliance with design standards as part of a project team.

ArchitectureConstructionConsultingHuman Resources

Growth Opportunities

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Responsibilities

Assist in designing various electrical project designs including creating electrical schematics, grid plan layouts, electrical power systems, lighting systems, protection and controls, and site and facility design

Assist with set up of electrical CAD configuration and procedures according to project requirements at the beginning of a project for the electrical design team

Assist in preparing engineering drawings from rough sketches or from general engineering and design information (verbal instructions and notes) using CAD software programs

Assist with a full range of drawing production work including problem analysis, design layout and calculations on non-routine assignments of substantial variety and complexity

Assist with a variety of assignments using prescribed methods and standard techniques including drawing sequence and presentation, sizing various system components and refining rough sketches

Assist with initial rough designs or sketches and redlines or mark-ups on ongoing projects

Assist with analyzing reports, drawings, and tests, to plan and design projects

Apply design codes and specifications related to design requirements

Complete and review design drawings within scope, budget and schedule. Perform project tasks and assignments within budgeted hours and deadlines

Incorporate schedules, budgets and project criteria into electrical design and layouts

Organize and maintain all revisions of project drawings, plot files and project-related information in a logical and well-structured manner

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all policies and standards

Qualification

AutoCADMicroStationElectrical design2D3D applicationsAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's degree in drafting technology or related field and 2 years related experience Required or

Associate degree and 3 years related experience

4 years progressive detailing and design experience

Strong understanding of design software such as: AutoCAD, MicroStation, and Excel to develop the design deliverables. Ability to learn and effectively utilize new design software programs

Ability to utilize both 2D and 3D applications to prepare engineering drawings

Basic knowledge in design, calculations and design systems

Basic knowledge in the theory and practices of engineering discipline; competent in the fundamental concepts of other disciplines as they relate to the assigned discipline; and capable of operating related discipline design software necessary to execute production tasks

Ability to work collaboratively with others (Project Managers, Engineers and Designers) in a multi-discipline project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives

Excellent written & verbal communication skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail

Benefits

Eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program

Company

Burns & McDonnell

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Burns & McDonnell is an engineering design firm and it provides engineering, architecture, construction, and consulting services.

Founded in 1898

Kansas City, Missouri, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.burnsmcd.com

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