Senior Design Specialist - A (2D Electrical Designer)

We are seeking an experienced Senior Design Specialist A (2D Electrical Designer) to provide staff augmentation support for design development and generation of design output documents. This is a long-term contract opportunity supporting a large-scale, complex engineering environment. Candidates must be local or willing to relocate at their own expense. Key Responsibilities Develop designs for complex engineering systems and prepare drawings and technical reports Provide primary design support in the following areas: Equipment Layout, Grounding, Raceway Layout, Lighting Systems, and Schematics, Connection and Wiring Diagrams Prepare and review design standards, procedures, construction installation specifications, and details Prepare procurement specifications and perform bid analysis Review and approve Design Change Forms; resolve existing design discrepancies using the most cost-effective approach Initiate and coordinate Design Change Forms with subcontractors or responsible groups for approval and incorporation Provide dispositions to Nonconformance Reports and Field Problem Memos Perform inspections of facilities, systems, or components as required Review construction procedures to ensure compliance with design engineering criteria and applicable codes Perform in-depth analyses of advanced technical concepts and develop new approaches to technical problems Perform weekly field walk downs of the job site, which may include uneven terrain, walking distances over half a mile, climbing ladders, and wearing protective clothing Participate in the development of design standards and procedures Required Qualifications Education Associate's degree in a technical discipline with 10–12 years of related work experience, OR 12–16 years of practical work experience in lieu of degree Formal training in Computer Aided Design is preferred Experience & Skills Minimum 8 years of experience as an Electrical Designer Significant recent experience (within the last 5 years) with 2D MicroStation Computer Aided Drafting and Design — required In-depth knowledge of engineering systems, applications, calculations, materials, and construction methods Demonstrated working knowledge of national codes and standards for electrical design including: IEC, NEC, NFPA, NEMA, IEEE, and OSHA Ability to apply advanced engineering principles to resolve construction-related problems in a timely manner Ability to produce quality documents with a high level of attention to detail Commitment to staying current with new technologies and hardware in the industry Security Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE "Q" Security Clearance (an active clearance is not required at time of hire; the selected candidate will be notified when to apply based on work assignments) Preferred Qualifications Possession of an active DOE L or Q clearance within the past 2 years Previous DOE facility design engineering experience with familiarity of processes and procedures for providing engineering support Additional Information All rates are fully burdened and should include all costs outside of direct business travel Business travel, if applicable, must be approved in advance; travel to conferences or training will not be reimbursed Telework, if applicable, is approved at the hiring manager's discretion and can be revoked at any time Overtime may be required at times to meet project deliverables #J-18808-Ljbffr