Sr. Designer Electrical/Instrumentation & Controls

Zachry Group • Perry, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Development and design of Electrical/Instrumentation & Controls systems and other complex engineering drawings for nuclear power plants in a 2-D or 3-D environment. Position requires individual to exercise independent judgment to develop designs with minimal direction from Design Supervisor, Design Lead or Engineering and will concurrently support multiple projects. Ability to perform walk downs of equipment in an industrial plant environment, to include climbing ladders, working at heights, carrying equipment up to 50 pounds, accessing security controlled areas, and entering confined spaces and controlled hazardous (e.g. high temperatures, high radiation) areas is required.

Requirements

• Associates Degree in drafting, design or engineering technology or 4 years of equivalent experience in the design of systems.
• 9 years (minimum) of experience in engineering drafting.
• Strong familiarity in the design of electrical/instrumentation and controls systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to direct drafting personnel on drawing assignments.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and/or MicroStation CAD software packages.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software, Word, Excel, etc.
• Competency in software applications for email and databases.
• Demonstrated technical knowledge of design practices, codes and standards applicable to mechanical systems.
• A working knowledge of structural design principles and practices.
• Effective time management skills.
• A working knowledge of budgeting, scheduling and estimating of Mechanical design activities.
• Ability to pass security and drug screening, and maintain unescorted nuclear plant access.
• Successful candidate will be required to understand and comply with company policies, procedures, and processes.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge or use of Raster Design or 3D modeling experience.
• Recent plant modification package development and/or field experience on nuclear power plant projects.
• Familiarity with project management principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Development and design of Electrical/Instrumentation & Controls systems and other complex engineering drawings in a 2-D or 3-D environment.
• Check drawings for accuracy including dimensions, spelling, drafting standards and completeness utilizing correct project design criteria.
• Participation in field walk downs, as necessary, to obtain measurements, verify as-built documentation, and develop field sketches in support of plant modifications and design installations.
• Exercise independent judgment to develop designs with minimal direction from Design Supervisor, Design Lead or Engineering and will concurrently support multiple projects.
• Communicate with project engineers and other disciplines to develop drawings and resolve design discrepancies.
• Interface with the customer and their construction representatives to integrate designs to satisfy their standards.
• Oversee multi-disciplined design projects.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree