Assistant Electrical Engineering Technician - Substation Drafter

Black & Veatch Family of Companies•Tualatin, OR

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS) Assistant Engineering Technician, under close supervision, provides technical support to engineering teams by performing tasks that require a basic understanding of engineering principles and practices to assist in the creation, modification, and maintenance of project deliverables. This role will be responsible for the development of site drainage, grading, and utility plans using Autodesk Civil 3D and/or Bentley MicroStation. This role will be within the Black & Veatch Energy and Process Industries (E&PI) group, supporting client needs related to Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects. Advanced Civil 3D experience is required with use of proposed grading surfaces and plan development.

Requirements

Typically a minimum of 1 year related work experience.
All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.
Advanced Civil 3D experience is required with use of proposed grading surfaces and plan development.

Nice To Haves

Diploma or Certificate required.
Associate Degree in Drafting or an Engineering Design Related Technology preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides technical support to engineering teams under close supervision
Performs tasks requiring a basic understanding of engineering principles and practices
Uses digital tools and design software (e.g., CAD, BIM, 3D modeling) to assist with the creation, modification, and maintenance of technical documents and drawings and project deliverables
Participates in the evaluation of methods used in the development of deliverables and design activities to support continuous improvement and efficiency
Continuously learns and applies established standards, systems, document control practices, departmental guidelines, and BV policies and procedures.
Ensures deliverables are accurate and compliant by developing knowledge of the BV Quality Program.
Demonstrates strong personal accuracy and supports continuous improvement and change management initiatives.
Expands technical knowledge to modify and develop less complex deliverables using various design inputs.
May assist with minor technical tasks, such as material quantity estimates and dimensional checks.
May assist with coordination of deliverables with other project disciplines to reduce errors and interferences.
Prioritizes internal client needs while developing a basic understanding of external client drivers and expectations.
Proactively seeks out and shares knowledge of emerging technologies and processes