Metropolitan Water District of Southern California

Designer III

Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent and four years of relevant experience, or three years plus college coursework.
  • Experience in preparing Electrical Design drawings, specifically Wiring Diagrams and Control Schematics.
  • Proficiency in using Bentley MicroStation or equivalent CAD software for design projects.
  • Understanding of 3D modeling and CAD methods.
  • Valid California Class C Driver’s License or equivalent.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and prepare electrical engineering drawings for Capital Improvement Program projects.
  • Produce and revise electrical design drawings using CAD software.
  • Create and maintain comprehensive electrical design deliverables.
  • Conduct field investigations and site assessments for data collection.
  • Assist with engineering studies by preparing design drawings and incorporating requirements.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, life, and vision insurance plans.
  • Retirement benefits through California Public Employees' Retirement System.
  • Tuition reimbursement for ongoing education.
  • Training and advancement opportunities available.
  • Public transportation reimbursements and van pool options.
Full Job Description

There is currently one opening for the Designer III position located at Headquarters – Los Angeles.

 

This recruitment may result in an eligibility list.

 

Job SummaryIn this role, you will apply specialized technical expertise to develop design solutions, adapt procedures and methodologies to meet project needs, and independently analyze and resolve a variety of design challenges. The successful candidate will exercise sound judgment in interpreting policies, regulations, standards, and guidelines, while evaluating multiple options to determine the most effective course of action.

What You’ll do:

• Develop and prepare electrical engineering drawings and construction documents for medium to large Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects.• Produce and lead in the revision of electrical design drawings using computer-aided design (CAD) software, including Bentley MicroStation or equivalent 2D/3D CAD applications.• Create and maintain electrical design deliverables, including wiring diagrams, control schematics, cable and conduit schedules, panel schedules, and related engineering drawings.• Participate in field investigations and site assessments to collect data, verify existing conditions, and support project design development.• Assist with engineering studies and analyses by preparing preliminary and final design drawings and incorporating project requirements into design solutions.

 

Schedule: 9/80, Monday through Friday, every other Friday Off.

 

Hybrid: Metropolitan’s current practice in this position is a hybrid work schedule. This typically includes two days a week in person and the other days remote. This is subject to change dependent on organizational needs. In addition, a telework policy is scheduled for negotiations and once completed and implemented, will provide final direction on the hybrid schedule.

This job announcement has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this classification / job.

To view the full job description click here: Designer III

 

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

 

Education and Experience: High school diploma or a Certificate of High School equivalency and four years of increasingly responsible, relevant experience; or three years of relevant experience and twelve quarter units or eight semester units from an accredited college, university, or vocational school.

 

Relevant experience is defined as: Experience with the preparation and coordination of Electrical Design drawings consisting of Wiring Diagrams, Control Schematics, Cable and Conduit Schedules, Panel Schedules. Utilizing Bentley Microstation Connect and/or experience with the use of computer-aided design (3d modeling CAD) methods and practices.

 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS REQUIREMENTS

Employees in this position may be required to obtain and maintain the following certifications, licensing and registrations:

 

Licenses: Valid California Class C Driver’s License or equivalent (required at time of application) that allows you to drive during your employment.

 

Benefits:• Competitive compensation• Excellent medical, dental, life, vision plans.• Deferred compensation in the form of a 401(k) plan (with matching contribution) and a 457 plan.• Retirement benefits under the California Public Employees' Retirement System• Tuition reimbursement• Training and advancement opportunities• Excellent working environment• Public transportation reimbursements and van pools

• Hub of public transportation: rail, subway, buses, and taxis

 

For more information on MWD benefits, please use the following link: Benefits Regular Full Time Employee (Represented)

 

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About Metropolitan Water District of Southern California

The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (MWD) is a regional wholesaler that delivers water to 26 member public agencies ? 14 cities, 11 municipal water districts, and one county water authority ? that serve 19 million people in six counties. MWD is governed by a 38-member board of directors that represents its member agencies. The district imports water from the Colorado River and Northern California to supplement local supplies, and operates a water treatment plant and a water recycling plant. MWD also provides water conservation and education programs, and is involved in research and development of new water supply technologies.
Learn more about Metropolitan Water District of Southern California
Size
1,932 employees
Industry
Founded
1928

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