Design Specialist

Light House Electric•Canonsburg, PA

About The Position

The Planning/Layout/Design Specialist supports project planning, layout, design, coordination, and prefabrication. The role requires thorough knowledge of electrical systems, construction documents, and quality construction practices. The specialist works with project personnel and maintains professional relationships with designers, owners, and subcontractors; supports preconstruction, prefabrication, and construction teams; and develops detailed layouts and material information according to company standards. The role also focuses on improving quality, labor savings, standards, and workflows, while helping field personnel understand layout and design processes. The position may involve work in office and active job-site settings, local travel during the business day, and some out-of-area or overnight travel. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States and complete a pre-employment drug screen. The selected applicant will also be subject to a background check.

Requirements

At least 5 years of field construction experience or a bachelor's degree in Engineering.
Experience collaborating with a team.
Proficiency in reading and understanding all forms of construction documents.
Ability to interpret 2D plans and provide input to a 3D model.
Willingness to learn and efficiently use software such as BIM360, Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel and Outlook, Navisworks, Revit, and file-sharing platforms.
Problem-solving ability and a strong sense of urgency.
Organizational and communication skills.
Commitment to continued learning and development.
Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Authorization to work in the United States.
Completion of a pre-employment drug screen; the selected applicant is also subject to a background check.

Responsibilities

Maintain regular contact with project personnel and professional relationships with designers, owners, and subcontractors.
Outline job specifications and review material submittals for project requirements.
Support preconstruction, prefabrication, and construction teams with electrical, systems, and construction-related issues.
Assist in creating detailed bills of materials.
Educate field personnel on layout and design processes and support project efforts.
Create detailed layout drawings in accordance with company standards.
Identify ways to incorporate quality and labor savings into layout efforts.
Communicate ideas for continuous improvement in standards and workflows.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

Company-paid medical insurance
Company-paid dental insurance
Company-paid vision insurance
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Life and AD&D insurance
401(k) with 5% company match
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Annual performance reviews
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): employees have an ownership stake in a company that is 30% employee-owned
Competitive salary based on experience
Career development and promotion opportunities