Senior Electrical Physical Wiring Designer 1 - Nuclear Power

Sargent & Lundy•Richland, WA

21d•$77,890 - $118,999•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Electrical Physical Wiring Designer 1 will prepare design drawings from design input as part of a multidisciplinary team of designers and engineers. The role uses computer-aided drafting skills to create scaled drawings showing how proposed installations relate to existing facilities, including exact specifications and dimensions. The designer may accompany experienced designers on walkdowns at client facilities to gather project information and may explain drawings to vendors and construction contractors so appropriate design adjustments can be made. Hands-on training in 3D design software environments, such as AutoCAD 3D and/or MicroStation, is available. The position has a hybrid schedule combining work in the office and remotely from home. Sargent & Lundy's Nuclear Power Group supports nuclear engineering, design, and licensing projects, including existing plant life extensions and digital modernization, advanced and small modular reactor technology, reactor restart projects, coal-to-nuclear initiatives, and international nuclear new builds.

Requirements

Associate's Degree in drafting, or a high school diploma and equivalent technical design experience.
At least 8 years of drafting/design experience using standard computer drafting tools such as AutoCAD or MicroStation.
Ability to visualize parts in 3D without the aid of a computer.
Ability to multitask across projects.
The employer does not sponsor U.S. work authorization for this position.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in producing technical plans, drawings, and models.
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology, including the ability to relate various equipment to a technical design.
Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to the role; experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued but is not required.

Responsibilities

Prepare design drawings based on design input while working with other designers and/or engineers in a multidisciplinary team.
Create scaled drawings showing proposed installations in relation to existing facilities, with exact specifications and dimensions.
Use computer-aided drafting skills and develop skills in 3D design software environments such as AutoCAD 3D and/or MicroStation.
Accompany and assist experienced designers on walkdowns at client facilities to gather information for design projects, as needed.
Explain drawings to vendors and construction contractors so appropriate design adjustments can be made.