Job Description

Electrical Designer

12-month contract-to-hire

Windsor Mill, Maryland (2 days remote, 3 days on-site)

Primary Purpose of Position:

• Under minimum supervision, coordinates and develops complex designs, specifications, and engineering drawings for special and major projects.
• Coordinates the activities of and provides technical guidance for designers, drafters, survey personnel, and contractors assigned to special or major projects.
• Collaborates with engineers by performing such duties as preparing reports and estimates, making technical calculations, conducting investigations, and monitoring field tests and surveys.
• Identifies specifications and codes necessary to comply with requirements of governmental agencies and other utility companies and acquires necessary approvals and permits.
• Reviews project designs prepared by others for adherence to all regulatory agency and Company standards.
• Prepares layouts, sketches, material requisitions, and finished drawings for permits and construction.
• Advises contractor and Company personnel regarding solutions to special problems in design of facilities and systems not covered by formal standards.
• Makes site visits to develop and review designs for construction and to solve special construction problems.

Primary Duties and Accountabilities:

• Develop complex designs, specifications, and engineering drawings.
• Coordinate activities and provide technical guidance for project teams.
• Collaborate with engineers on reports, estimates, technical calculations, investigations, and field tests.
• Identify and comply with specifications and codes from governmental agencies and utility companies.
• Review project designs for regulatory and company standards adherence.
• Prepare layouts, sketches, material requisitions, and finished drawings.
• Advise on solutions to special design problems.
• Conduct site visits for design development and problem-solving.
• Respond to emergency events as required.

Qualifications:

• Thorough knowledge of gas and/or electric engineering and construction standards, practices, and procedures.
• Ability to develop project requirements and prepare complex designs, finished drawings, and calculations.
• Effective planning, management, and coordination of multiple work assignments.
• Interpretation of utility drawings, site plans, topographic maps, and highway construction drawings and specifications.
• Mathematical calculations, detailed field surveys, and application of standards for design requirements.
• Proficiency in personal computers and computer-aided design and drafting systems.
• Preparation of technical reports.
• Effective communication and problem resolution.
• Associate's degree in Computer-Aided Design, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or CAD. Bachelor's degree in Engineering is even better.
• Background in utility, manufacturing, large-scale commercial/industrial buildings, or data centers.
• Proficiency in substation design, electrical wiring, schematic diagrams, and updates in AutoCAD Electrical
• 3+ years of experience (within the last 3-5 years) in relevant tasks.
• High School Diploma and over eight years of job-related work experience, including at least four years' experience in the design and drafting of gas and/or electric utility systems; or the equivalent combination of formal education/training and experience.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet Company driving standards.
• Satisfactory completion of the Technical Occupations Test (TECH).
• May be required to become a Notary Public in the State of Maryland, depending on specific assignment.

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