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ArchKey Solutions · 2 weeks ago

Prefabrication Designer

San Jose, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$97K/yr - $117K/yr

5+ years exp

ArchKey Solutions is one of the nation’s largest privately held specialty trade installation and integrated facility service companies. As a Prefabrication Designer, you will develop detailed design solutions for prefabrication operations, ensuring compliance with codes and improving field efficiency through collaboration with project teams and production staff.

Civil EngineeringConstructionElectrical DistributionFacilities Support ServicesInfrastructure

Responsibilities

Develops detailed prefabrication build sheets, layout drawings, riser diagrams, and assembly diagrams for wall rough, lighting control systems, and standard prefabrication packages and advanced applications such as electrical rooms, conduit rack systems, and equipment assemblies

Reviews construction drawings for NEC compliance, constructability, and alignment with prefabrication standards

Utilizes Bluebeam and Excel to create, revise, and annotate prefabrication documentation; familiarity with AutoCAD or Revit is a plus

Prepares material take-offs and supports procurement coordination for all prefabrication assemblies

Maintains organized documentation, version control, and approval tracking for all design deliverables

Partners closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, Foremen, and Prefabrication Shop teams to ensure prefab deliverables align with project goals and schedules

Attends prefabrication, coordination, and planning meetings to support design intent, sequencing, and field efficiency

Works with Prefabrication Shop Leads to optimize assembly layouts, build sequencing, and packaging for efficient delivery and installation

Performs self-checks and participates in peer reviews prior to releasing design packages for production

Ensures all prefabrication designs meet company standards, NEC requirements, and field constructability expectations

Develops prefabrication build sheets, riser diagrams, and layouts for lighting control systems, including occupancy sensors, dimming systems, relay panels, and smart lighting devices

Translates design intent from project documents into detailed, constructible prefabrication packages for lighting controls

Coordinates with Procurement to verify material selections, substitutions, and lead times for lighting control components

Ensures all lighting control documentation complies with NEC and project specifications

Collaborates with other designers to ensure lighting control systems integrate seamlessly with related assemblies such as wall rough and power distribution

Collaborates with VDC to incorporate redlines, as-built updates, and digital coordination models into prefabrication packages

Gathers and documents field feedback and lessons learned to drive continuous improvement in prefabrication design quality and constructability

Partners with Quality Coordinators and Lead Designers to align advanced prefabrication packages with company standards

Contributes to the development and standardization of prefabrication assemblies and catalog items for reuse across projects and regions

Provides technical guidance and mentorship to field, shop, and design personnel on prefabrication standards, tools, and best practices

Identifies and develops new prefabrication opportunities that enhance safety, reduce labor hours, or improve installation efficiency

Consistently makes decisions in an attentive and safe manner to ensure the safety and health of self and others

Utilizes LEAN concepts or other continuous improvement methodologies to ensure the most efficient operations, processes, and activities

Promotes and models the Company mission, vision and values through exercising sound and ethical business practices, championing all elements of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and providing high quality services and programs as they relate to clients, subcontractors, co-workers, suppliers, and the public

Qualification

Electrical DesignPrefabrication DesignAutoCADRevitBluebeamMicrosoft ExcelNEC ComplianceCommunication SkillsOrganization SkillsTime ManagementCollaboration

Required

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Technology, Electrical Design, or related experience

Journeyman Inside Wireman certification or equivalent electrical field experience

5+ years of experience in electrical prefabrication, detailing, or design roles

Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, or other design/BIM software

Prior experience supporting prefabrication shops, VDC coordination, or field installation teams

Strong understanding of electrical installations, lighting control systems, prefabrication methods, and NEC requirements

Proficiency in Bluebeam and Microsoft Excel; familiarity with Word and Outlook

Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, one-line diagrams, specifications, and schematics

Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deliverables with accuracy and efficiency