Burns & McDonnell · 8 hours ago
Assistant Telecom Designer - Mission Critical (Columbus)
Burns & McDonnell is a leading company in infrastructure development, and they are seeking an Assistant Telecom Designer for their Columbus, OH office. The role involves supporting the design of large-scale data center projects, performing detailed design tasks, and collaborating with a nationwide team to ensure project success.
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Responsibilities
Assisting with a full range of drawing and modeling production work including problem analysis
Modeling conduit and cable tray as well as managing and creating complex families with custom parameters within Autodesk Revit
Arranging cable tray, conduit, and telecom related devices within BIM model
Coordinating with other disciplines for clearances and clash detection
Translating engineering sketches into single line drawings and details
Performing drawing, planning, development and production work including problem analysis, design layout and calculations on non-routine assignments of substantial variety and complexity
Performing the evaluation of designs or sketches and redlines or mark-ups on ongoing projects for quality assurance
Approving design codes and specifications related to design requirements
Performing production of design drawings within scope, budget and schedule. Performing project tasks and assignments within budgeted hours and deadlines
Computing volume calculations for conduit and cable tray fills under the direction of the engineer
Assisting with analyzing reports, drawings, and calculations
Incorporating schedules, budgets and project criteria into electrical design and layouts for project financial goals
Responsible for the quality review of all revisions of project drawings, plot files and project-related information in a logical and well-structured manner
Train, mentor, and develop less experienced drafting, detailing and design staff members
Follow all company, client and project design and drafting standards
All other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in drafting technology or related field and 2 years related experience required or
Associate's degree and 3 years related experience
6 years progressive 3D detailing and design experience required
Proficiency in modeling conduit and cable tray as well as managing and creating complex families with custom parameters within Autodesk Revit
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 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
Company
Burns & McDonnell
Burns & McDonnell is an engineering design firm and it provides engineering, architecture, construction, and consulting services.
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