Jr Designer L1-2 - Central Engineering, Substation Projects Eng Civil

Overview

The JR DESIGNER working within the Central Engineering organization will be responsible for performing structural design calculations and creating construction drawings for new and existing building modifications, as well as for station upgrades such as, but not limited to, equipment foundations, sitework, and structural steel framing. The JR DESIGNER will also be responsible for completing associated structural and/or site calculations related to those designs. On occasion, the JR DESIGNER will create conceptual and/or construction sketches, as-built drawings, test-pit requests, and/or sub-surface drawing packages.

Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities

• Junior Designers will perform structural design calculations and create construction drawings for new and existing building modifications, including station upgrades such as equipment foundations, sitework, and structural steel framing.
• Complete associated structural and/or site calculations related to these designs.
• Read and understand the content of drawings, notes, common drawing symbols, acronyms and notations.
• Utilize AutoCAD in creating or revising drawings.
• Work with project team members and stakeholders.
• Use and application of civil engineering software and calculations.
• Organize information, prepare technical documents and explain their analysis and designs to others.
• On occasion, Junior Designers will be responsible for creating conceptual and/or construction sketches, as-builts, test-pit requests, and/or sub-surface drawing packages.
• Search for and retrieve print files from the Drawing Management System. Create new and revise existing drawings, while promoting these revised drawings through the established drawing approval process.
  
  

Qualifications

Required Education/Experience

• High School Diploma/GED and 2 years experience in Civil engineering and design or
• Associate's Degree In Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology (or applicable civil discipline technical degree).
  
  

Preferred Education/Experience

• Bachelor's Degree Civil Engineering (from an ABET accredited University)
• Engineering In Training Certificataion
  
  

Relevant Work Experience

• Knowledgeable in Structural and Geotechnical Engineering principles and practices and with performing structural analysis Required
• Familiar with industry and manufactured structural and architectural products and be familiar with finding manufacturer product data sheets and selecting appropriate products Required
• Ability to perform drafting and design in AutoCAD 2D and computer proficiency to include Microsoft Office Required
• Capable of designing and issuing engineering drawings and calculations to build things safely and be compliant with local, state and federal codes Required
• Well organized and detail oriented and capable of developing well thought out engineering solutions when presented with problems Required
• Requires understanding of the vital importance of commitment to excellence, providing exemplary customer service and of maintaining a zero-harm culture Required
• Read and prepare civil, structural, and/or architectural drawings, including plans, sections, notes, and details Required
• Fluency with project management and construction drawing processes and practices Required
• Familiarity with the drawing management systems and the ability utilize the system to access, print, store, view, and search for drawings Required
  
  

Skills and Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills and
• Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
  
  

Licenses and Certifications

• Driver's License Required
  
  

Physical Demands

• Sit or stand to use a keyboard, mouse, and computer for the duration of the workday
• Ability to stoop, bend, reach, and kneel throughout the workday
  
  

Additional Physical Demands

• Must be able to respond to Company emergencies by performing a System Emergency Assignment to restore service to our customers.
• Willing and able to travel throughout the company service territory.
• Able to wear all necessary personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including; fire retardant clothing and safety harness.
• Willing and able to work in inclement weather and adverse conditions (i.e., excessive heat, cold, noise, confined spaces, heights, etc.).
• Willing and able to work in confined spaces for field visits to stations to acquire as-built information, verify existing conditions, layout proposed new work, investigate & provide solutions to construction work in progress RFIs.