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Mission Technologies, a division of HII · 2 days ago

Power CAD Engineer (Engineer Design 2) - 25229

Chesapeake, VA

Contract

Onsite

Entry Level

$67K/yr - $81K/yr

2+ years exp

Mission Technologies, a division of HII, is seeking a Power CAD Engineer to join their team. In this role, you'll be responsible for designing and analyzing power systems for various defense and government projects, utilizing advanced CAD software to create detailed schematics and layouts that meet performance and safety standards.

Defense & Space

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Works closely with design originators preparing drawings of unusual, complex or original design

Prepares drawings, which require a high degree of precision

Performs unusually difficult assignments requiring considerable initiative, resourcefulness, and drafting expertise

Assures that anticipated problems in manufacture, assembly, installation and operation are resolved by the drawing produced

Exercises independent judgment in selecting and interpreting data based on knowledge of the design intent

Provides advice, guidance, and instruction to drafters

May serve as primary point of contact for complex drafting projects

Ability to prepare a complete drawing package without supervision

Calculates Weight and Moments changes as a result of drawing

Calculates electrical loads or heat loads for specific drawing and provide proper breakers, cable type/size or heat exchanger for requirements

Selects proper material for structural members

Assists Electrical/Mechanical engineers for stress/electrical/mechanical calculations

Revises drawings to reflect As-Installed Conditions

Ability to utilize World Wide Web for research

Ability to research existing conditions and where to find that information

Qualification

CAD SoftwareDrafting StandardsEngineering DegreeElectrical Load CalculationsMaterial SelectionOral CommunicationWritten CommunicationAttention to Detail

Required

2 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; or 0 years experience with Masters in related field. 4 years of additional equivalent experience can be substituted for a BA/BS

Candidate must be a recent graduate with a Bachelor's of Science degree in Engineering or graduating college senior who is in good academic standing and pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Engineering. Bachelor's of Science Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program is required prior to starting employment

Candidate must have complete knowledge with all tools of the trade (CAD program, rulers, compass, divider, calculator etc.) and complete knowledge of drafting and design standards

Candidate must have computer literacy, including use of word-processing, spreadsheet, database software

Candidate must have the ability to assist in customization of CAD Software

Candidate must have intimate knowledge of Designing and Drafting Software

Candidate must have great oral and written communication skills

Candidate must have great attention to detail

Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance