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Bechtel Corporation · 2 days ago

Electrical Designer

Reston, VA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

Bechtel Corporation is a global leader in engineering and construction, and they are seeking an Electrical Designer to join their Natrium team. In this role, you will plan, develop, and review electrical engineering design work, produce drawings and documentation, and ensure compliance with regulations and standards.

ArchitectureConstructionProject Management

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Hiring Manager

Heather Blackmore

Responsibilities

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

Assists in modeling equipment and commodities used in the electrical design

Produces drawings and documentation in accordance with established design and scope including design of lighting, communications, grounding layout, grounding designs/calculations, and lightning protection systems

Ensuring that the electrical system designs comply with all applicable installation codes, regulations, and standards

May interface with Construction and Subcontractors

Capable of independent creative design, with direction, using Bechtel and industry-proven concepts, and procedures

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

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

Performing calculations utilizing AGI 32 for lighting layouts and ETAP for ground grid layouts

Develop material specifications utilizing the software SpecsIntact

Qualification

Electrical Physical DesignNEC code knowledge2D CADD skills3D modeling skillsETAP softwareAGI 32 softwareMicrosoft Office SuiteCommunication skillsTeam collaborationConflict management

Required

Requires a AA/AS or Certificate in Engineering/CAD with 5-6 years of experience, or in lieu of a degree 6-9 years of relevant work experience

Must be a U.S. Citizen

Must be able to complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check

Proficient experience in Microsoft Office Suite programs

Extensive knowledge & application of NEC code and ANSI/IEEE Standards

Experience in nuclear power plant design

Must have proven 2D CADD and 3D skills

Must have experience with an electronic Cable Management System, such as the SETROUTE program, and be able to input and complete corrections to the database

Must be able to effectively communicate and work well with others and within a team

Must be able to collaborate well with other disciplines

Ability to cope with conflicting deadlines, frequent interruptions, and multiple tasks

Excellent oral & written communications skills