Burns & McDonnell

Senior Electrical Designer (Southwest Region)

Burns & McDonnell$95K — $115K *
Technical Services
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in drafting technology or related field with 13 years of relevant experience.
  • Associate's degree with 14 years of relevant experience, or 15 years of progressive detailing and design experience.
  • Expert in design software like AutoCAD, MicroStation, and Excel.
  • Proficient in 2D and 3D applications for engineering drawing preparation.
  • In-depth knowledge of design, calculations, and design systems.
  • Strong understanding of the theory and practices of electrical design and related disciplines.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead electrical project designs, including electrical schematics and power systems.
  • Conduct problem analysis and design layout for complex assignments.
  • Oversee drawing production, including refinement of sketches and system component sizing.
  • Evaluate designs and perform quality assurance through redlining.
  • Approve design documents and reports to ensure project deliverables are met.
  • Manage production of design drawings within scope, budget, and deadlines.
  • Train and mentor less experienced staff in drafting and design practices.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance options available.
  • Retirement savings plans with company match.
  • Paid time off and holidays for work-life balance.
  • Professional development and continuing education support.
  • Flexible work hours and potential remote work opportunities.
Full Job Description
Description

A Senior Electrical Designer will lead various phases of planning, site evaluations, analytical designs, design documents for proposals, report preparation, specifications, and preparation of construction documentation and electrical plans as part of a project team. This position will lead various projects with a diverse portfolio of project types and clients.
  • Lead various electrical project designs including 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.
  • Lead drawing, planning, development, and production work including problem analysis, design layout and calculations on non-routine assignments of substantial variety and complexity.
  • Lead a variety of assignments using prescribed methods and standard techniques, including drawing sequence and presentation, sizing various system components, and refining rough sketches.
  • Lead the evaluation of designs or sketches and redlines or mark-ups on ongoing projects for quality assurance.
  • Approve reports, drawings, and tests to plan and lead design projects to meet deliverables.
  • Approve design codes and specifications related to design requirements.
  • Lead production of design drawings within scope, budget, and schedule. Perform project tasks and assignments within budgeted hours and deadlines.
  • Compute volume calculations for conduit/grounding layouts, equipment and panel wiring diagrams, and relay panel schematics under the direction of the engineer.
  • Incorporate schedules, budgets, and project criteria into electrical design and layouts for project financial goals.
  • Responsible for the quality review of all revisions of project drawings, plot files, and project-related information in a logical and well-structured manner.
  • Train, mentor, and develop less experienced drafting, detailing, and design staff members.
  • Participate in marketing and possible client development meetings.
  • Responsible for the electrical design QA/QC process.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in drafting technology or related field and 13 years of related experience required.
  • Or Associate's Degree and 14 years related experience required.
  • Or 15 years progressive detailing and design experience required.
  • Expert understanding of design software such as: AutoCAD, MicroStation, and Excel to develop the design deliverables. Ability to learn and effectively utilize new design software programs.
  • Expert ability to utilize 2D and 3D applications to prepare engineering drawings.
  • Expert knowledge in design, calculations, and design systems.
  • Expert knowledge in the theory and practices of assigned discipline; competent in the fundamental concepts of other disciplines as they relate to the assigned discipline; and capable of operating related discipline design software necessary to execute production tasks.
  • Work collaboratively with others including, but not limited to, clients (Project Managers, Engineers and Designers) in a multi-discipline project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives.
  • Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

Job Computer Aided Drafting & Design

Primary Location US-AZ-Tucson

Other Locations US-NM-Albuquerque, US-AZ-Phoenix

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time

Req ID: 263370

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-MG #T&D

About Burns & McDonnell

Burns & McDonnell is a full-service engineering, architecture, construction, environmental and consulting solutions firm. The company was founded in 1898 by Clinton Burns and Robert McDonnell and is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri. Burns & McDonnell provides services to a wide range of industries, including aviation, defense, energy, environmental, healthcare, and transportation. The company has over 7,500 employees and operates in more than 50 countries around the world. Burns & McDonnell has been recognized as one of the best places to work in the United States by Fortune magazine.
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