
Assistant Electrical Designer - Distribution Designer
ESPO Corporation, Brea, California, United States, 92631
Overview
Assistant Electrical Designer - Distribution Designer. Location: Brea, CA. Job type: Contract-to-Hire.
All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. No sponsorship or Corp to Corp is available for this position.
Our global EPC Firm client is hiring an
Assistant Electrical Designer
for a contract-to-hire opportunity in
Brea, CA . The client seeks an experienced Designer to support electric distribution design work for various clients. An Assistant Electrical Designer will assist in planning, site evaluations, analytical designs, report preparation, specifications, and the preparation of proposal and construction documentation and electrical plans as part of a project team. This position will work on various projects with a diverse portfolio of project types and clients.
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.
Follow all company, client and project design and drafting standards.
Assist with setup 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 and complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
Must have a Bachelor Degree in drafting technology or related field with a minimum of 4 years related experience (experience in the electric utility industry, specifically within distribution systems design, Substation, physical, communications background).
OR Associate Degree with minimum 5 years related experience (same industry focus).
OR High School and CAD Certification with minimum 6 years progressive detailing and design experience (same industry focus).
BICSI Certified in Advanced Cabling Distribution; SPIDAcalc preferred.
Bachelors degree in any Engineering field is not allowed for this position from an ABET accredited school.
Hands-on experience with GIS platforms GE Smallworld and ArcGIS; and within Maximo and BOUD for asset and work order tracking (must show on resume).
Working knowledge of AutoCAD for basic drafting and design needs; Revit experience for electrical design is a plus.
Minimum 5 years of experience in the electric utility industry, specifically within distribution systems design.
Strong understanding of design software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, and Excel to develop design deliverables (AutoCAD and MicroStation experience is a MUST; Revit experience is a plus).
Ability to learn and effectively utilize new design software programs and to work in 2D and 3D applications.
Basic knowledge in design, calculations and design systems; ability to operate related discipline design software to execute production tasks.
Ability to work collaboratively with Project Managers, Engineers and Designers in a multi-discipline project team to resolve design or drawing issues and accomplish objectives.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
EEO / Employment Information ESPO Corporation – Leaders in Technical Recruiting & Staffing since 1965. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other attribute or protected characteristic by law. If you need assistance applying, please get in touch with us directly.
Notes This role requires hands-on experience with GIS platforms GE Smallworld and ArcGIS and within Maximo and BOUD for asset and work order tracking (must show on resume).
ESPO Corporation
Leaders in Technical Recruiting & Staffing since 1965
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other attribute or protected characteristic by law. If you need assistance applying, please contact us directly.
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All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. No sponsorship or Corp to Corp is available for this position.
Our global EPC Firm client is hiring an
Assistant Electrical Designer
for a contract-to-hire opportunity in
Brea, CA . The client seeks an experienced Designer to support electric distribution design work for various clients. An Assistant Electrical Designer will assist in planning, site evaluations, analytical designs, report preparation, specifications, and the preparation of proposal and construction documentation and electrical plans as part of a project team. This position will work on various projects with a diverse portfolio of project types and clients.
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.
Follow all company, client and project design and drafting standards.
Assist with setup 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 and complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
Must have a Bachelor Degree in drafting technology or related field with a minimum of 4 years related experience (experience in the electric utility industry, specifically within distribution systems design, Substation, physical, communications background).
OR Associate Degree with minimum 5 years related experience (same industry focus).
OR High School and CAD Certification with minimum 6 years progressive detailing and design experience (same industry focus).
BICSI Certified in Advanced Cabling Distribution; SPIDAcalc preferred.
Bachelors degree in any Engineering field is not allowed for this position from an ABET accredited school.
Hands-on experience with GIS platforms GE Smallworld and ArcGIS; and within Maximo and BOUD for asset and work order tracking (must show on resume).
Working knowledge of AutoCAD for basic drafting and design needs; Revit experience for electrical design is a plus.
Minimum 5 years of experience in the electric utility industry, specifically within distribution systems design.
Strong understanding of design software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, and Excel to develop design deliverables (AutoCAD and MicroStation experience is a MUST; Revit experience is a plus).
Ability to learn and effectively utilize new design software programs and to work in 2D and 3D applications.
Basic knowledge in design, calculations and design systems; ability to operate related discipline design software to execute production tasks.
Ability to work collaboratively with Project Managers, Engineers and Designers in a multi-discipline project team to resolve design or drawing issues and accomplish objectives.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
EEO / Employment Information ESPO Corporation – Leaders in Technical Recruiting & Staffing since 1965. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other attribute or protected characteristic by law. If you need assistance applying, please get in touch with us directly.
Notes This role requires hands-on experience with GIS platforms GE Smallworld and ArcGIS and within Maximo and BOUD for asset and work order tracking (must show on resume).
ESPO Corporation
Leaders in Technical Recruiting & Staffing since 1965
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other attribute or protected characteristic by law. If you need assistance applying, please contact us directly.
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