Technical Product Specialist

RSS, LLC.•Rancho Cordova, CA

1d•$47 - $75•Onsite

About The Position

Construction Innovations is seeking a mechanically inclined creative problem solver to serve as a Technical Product Specialist and subject matter expert. The role designs and details products, assemblies, and manufactured parts for electrical construction projects, including utility-scale solar and other renewable energy plants, commercial and industrial buildings, and substation, transmission, and distribution projects. Products include Construction Innovations-designed and manufactured components and assemblies, as well as integrated products and solutions from other providers. The specialist develops product and installation designs that meet applicable codes, project scope, and performance requirements, and supports projects from preconstruction through fabrication, field installation, and completion. The position works closely with clients, designers, engineers, project management, manufacturing, and field personnel to ensure products meet customer needs and are installed efficiently. The role also monitors product costs and profitability, resolves project issues, and captures lessons learned. The position is based at the Construction Innovations Corporate location in Mather, California. It primarily operates in a professional office environment, with occasional visits to manufacturing, warehouse, construction, or customer job sites. Occasional travel to project sites is generally up to 10% of working time. The position reports to the Project Design Manager. The listed salary range is $46.78–$75.19 per hour.

Requirements

At least 5 years of relevant detailing, estimating, or design experience on electrical construction projects.
Ability to read and understand technical drawings.
Knowledge of technological advancements in electrical systems and components.
Understanding of electrical materials and construction means and methods.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, video conference, and electronic means, including conveying and receiving detailed information and instructions.
Ability to hear and interpret verbal communication, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to remain stationary, including sitting at a workstation, for extended periods.
Ability to frequently use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, telephone, and other office equipment.
Ability to occasionally move around the office and to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, push, pull, and carry items as needed.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 35 pounds occasionally, with or without assistance.
Visual ability to read printed materials, analyze data, and work on a computer or other electronic devices, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to travel between office locations or job sites.

Nice To Haves

Design, engineering, and/or product application experience in electrical power and/or distribution systems.
Installation experience on medium- and high-voltage distribution systems or renewable energy projects.
Knowledge of renewable energy projects gained through trade education or an engineering degree.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Experience with AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

Design and detail materials and assemblies required for electrical installations, enabling sales estimation and execution of awarded product supply contracts while meeting code, scope, and performance requirements.
Develop detailed installation plans and product installation details with designers and engineers, producing drawings aligned with project scope and supporting efficient, accurate field installation.
Suggest new or improved products that increase customer value and margins while reducing costs.
Implement new products and project designs to meet design criteria, including overseeing fabrication in the plant and installation in the field.
Collaborate with clients during preconstruction to communicate the value of Construction Innovations solutions, address client challenges, and support the sales process toward award.
Mitigate the impact of unexpected problems and setbacks throughout the project lifecycle.
Ensure Product Requirement Documents are completed and maintained by reviewing contracts, plans, and specifications against project requirements and customer expectations.
Ensure design-for-installation and manufacturing drawings and bills of materials align with project scope requirements.
Guide field personnel on installation methods for assigned products and collect and implement their feedback.
Understand and communicate product capabilities, limitations, applicable codes, and listings to team members.
Analyze product-line profitability and actual cost budgets against targets during project execution, including reviewing and approving cost-to-complete analyses.
Serve as the central contact for project management questions about product design and kit bill-of-material concerns on awarded projects.
Serve as the central contact for manufacturing questions about product design and kit bill-of-material concerns.
Identify lessons learned from unplanned material occurrences and work with stakeholders to develop solutions that prevent recurrence.
Perform other duties as assigned.