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FootBridge Company

Electrical Designer – Principal

FootBridge Company, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246


Job Title: Electrical Designer

If you want to know about the requirements for this role, read on for all the relevant information.Location: Houston, TXDuration: 12+ monthsPay Range: DOE – 15+ years of combined experience $65/hr, all hours worked, 2 weeks PTO, 10 paid holidays,Per Diem: GSA RatesTarget start date / availability: ASAP to interview and start

JOB DESCRIPTION:The purpose of this position is to provide essential technical knowledge and perform design work as described below. This position serves as an Area Lead Designer or staff designer performing assignments of advanced complexity.RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under general supervision of the Discipline Lead Engineer or Design Supervisor, serve as an Area Lead Designer providing guidance/supervision to designersPrepare and check designs of advanced complexity utilizing 3D modeling and 2D computer- aided drafting and design (CADD) automation toolsCoordinate technical issues with other disciplines, project management, vendors and clientsExecute work in compliance with Project Quality Plan and proceduresExecute work in accordance with the approved project scope, cost and schedule baselinesPerform bulk material take-off analysis and tabulationsProvide technical support to activities associated with equipment and material procurement and subcontracting including review of vendor submittalsProvide technical support to activities associated with construction administration including response to construction requests-for-information and field changesOther duties as assigned

BASIC JOB REQUIREMENTS:

U.S. Citizenship requiredAssociate degree in related technical field of study and minimum fifteen (15) years of work- related experienceWorking knowledge of applicable federal (including Department of Energy orders), state, and local codes and standardsAbility to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to project management, coworkers, clients, vendors, and subcontractorsJob related technical knowledge necessary to complete the jobAdvanced knowledge of discipline codes and standardsAbility to perform work in compliance with applicable local, state, and federal codes, statutes and guidelinesAbility to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective mannerIntermediate computer and software skills to include proficiency in the use of word processing, e-mail, spreadsheet and electronic presentation programsSignificant experience providing engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) services on large industrial projectsProficiency executing large engineering projects utilizing 3D modeling and 2D CADD automation tools in a multi-discipline environment

DISCIPLINE SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Background and experience must include drafting/ designer experience in engineering fields, such as electrical, instrumentation and control or communicationsProficiency in computer aided design (Bentley MicroStation) with demonstrated experience to originate and produce drawings with minimum supervision requiredProficiency in 3D modeling using Intergraph Smart3D (S3D)Ability to walk down field systems with minimal guidance, interpret field direction, generate minor design details, create new drawings, modify existing drawings, and direct junior draftersPerform advanced design calculations (lighting, raceway sizing and wire sizing, voltage drop, cable pulling, panel board and breaker sizing, and junction box sizing)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of commercial availability and cost of materialsExperience with design of systems, structures and components for nuclear facilities under the requirements of ASME NQA-1Practical field experienceEPC project experience for the following industries:U.S Department of Energy or other U.S. Federal Government AgencyNuclear facilities under a nuclear quality assurance programManufacturing, pharmaceutical or biotechnologyAdvanced knowledge of:Intergraph SmartPlant Electrical softwareIntergraph SmartPlant Review softwareElectrical design requirements (grounding/earthing, lighting, wiring, motors, conduit fill and sizing, panelboards, and hazardous locations)

FootBridge is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected. We make employment decisions based on qualifications and business needs, without discrimination on any basis, and we welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.

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