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Electrical Designer
Ogden, UT
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Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for an Electrical Designer opportunity in Ogden, UT.

 

Per diem is available for those who qualify.

 

Job Summary:

The Electrical Designer  will use electrical SmartPlant 3D to develop construction drawings using Smartsketch and AutoCAD for the DOD Sentinel project sites. In addition, this position is also responsible for the direct production of associated calculations and equipment/commodity specifications for the Company’s work scope.

 

Major Responsibilities:

·       Work under the direction of senior engineers/designers to develop design products.

·       Reviews client requirements and incorporates them into a design product

·       Assists in modeling equipment and commodities used in the electrical design

·       Extract applicable 3D model data onto 2D sheets, makes proper annotations, and prepares the drawings for construction use

·       Coordinates the reviews of deliverables between the client as well as other engineering disciplines/functions. Reviews and resolves comments/feedback on the deliverables

·       Performs model reviews and resolves clashes with other commodities/disciplines

·       Ensures Electrical systems designs comply with all applicable installation codes, regulations, and standards such as the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70)

·       Assists in the development of electrical designs such as but not limited to:

o  Grounding systems and equipment

o  Lightning protection

o  Equipment arrangement plans

o  Raceway layouts (i.e. conduit, cable tray, underground duct bank, etc.)

o  Bill of materials/material take offs

o  Interior/exterior lighting designs

o  Construction installation details

o  Cable routing

·       Reviews and checks design deliverables for quality, accuracy, neatness, functionality and satisfactory completion

·       Participates in constructability reviews

·       Works with designers in other disciplines to coordinate overall design and technical requirements

·       Travel to project locations as required.

This role will support design development of electrical systems and equipment for the GBSD program project by preparing models, drawings, and evaluations, in accordance with applicable procedures, codes, standards, and contract requirements.

  • Work with electrical engineers and other technical disciplines in a team environment with job responsibilities (include but not limited to): Modeling of electrical rooms, equipment, cable tray, conduit, etc. in a 3D Revit model environment.
  • Assist with coordination of 3D model activities, i.e. input, interference reconciliation, etc. with other physical related disciplines.
  • Electrical Physical Design (and circuit and raceway).
  • Responsible for raceway design, equipment location, and layout, C&R schedule inputting and update, conduit, and aboveground raceway design.
  • Work under the direction of senior engineers/designers.
  • Produce drawings and documentation in accordance with established design and scope including design of lighting, communications, grounding layout, grounding designs/calculations, and lightning protection systems.
  • Capable of independent creative design, with direction, using Client and industry-proven concepts and procedures.
  • Ensure electrical systems designs comply with all applicable installation codes, regulations, and standards.
  • Provide technical support to construction in the completion of the electrical materials and equipment.
  • Travel to project locations as required.

 

Required Qualifications:

·       Level I: AA/AS degree or Certificate in Engineering/CAD with 1-2 year of experience or 4-5 years of relevant work experience without a degree.

·       Level II: AA/AS degree or Certificate in Engineering/CAD with 3-4 years of experience or 5-6 years of relevant work experience without a degree.

  • Must be able to collaborate well with other disciplines. Ability to cope with conflicting deadlines, frequent interruptions, and multiple tasks.
  • Relevant experience includes, but is not limited to, drawings for Electrical systems and equipment on nuclear or industrial process facilities, data centers, central utility plants, or complex building electrical systems.
  • Hands-on experience using 3D modeling software, including architectural interface, drawing generation, view templates, design options, and phasing.
  • Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).
  • Ability to utilize engineering and office automation tools effectively.
  • Ability to express technical issues in a clear and concise manner, both written and verbally.
  • Ability to resolve design issues independently and collaboratively with other engineering disciplines, construction, and the client.
  • Must be able to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
  • Must have the ability to obtain a security clearance.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Possess active security clearance.
  • Prior experience working with government agencies, preferably the Department of Defense.

 

Other Requirements:

·       Must be a United States Citizen.

 

If you are interested in being considered for this position and your resume clearly outlines your relevant experience for this position, please follow the application steps via our website: www.edgewatertech.net/careers

 

Edgewater will not submit your resume without first having detailed discussions with you and obtaining your permission to do so. We look forward to hearing from you!

 

WORKING WITH EDGEWATER TECHNICAL ASSOCIATES

Founded in 2003, Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC (Edgewater) is a New Mexico-based small business headquartered in Los Alamos, NM, with five (5) regional offices across the United States to locally support our growing presence at project sites. Edgewater has a proven track record and is a trusted provider of fixed-price construction projects, engineering, and technical services for the Department of Energy (DOE), National Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Canadian Commercial Nuclear Industry, and private sector commercial contractors involved in nuclear, high-hazard, or complex operations. Edgewater’s experience and guidance ensure that our customers perform hazardous operations, comply with regulatory requirements, and maintain the highest quality and safety standards.

 

Edgewater is committed to recruiting and maintaining a staff of highly skilled professionals to support our customers. In keeping with this objective, we offer highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre- and post-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1.

 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Edgewater is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veterans, or individuals with disabilities in accordance with EO 14173.

 

View all Edgewater opportunities at www.edgewatertech.net/careers

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