Assistant Electrical Designer - Solar (Kansas City)

Burns & McDonnell; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Kansas City is seeking an Assistant Electrical Designer to contribute to solar power generation design projects. In this role, you will assist in all phases of planning and design, including creating electrical schematics and preparing engineering drawings using CAD software.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 2 years of experience, with a strong understanding of design software. This position offers the opportunity to work on diverse projects in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of related experience required with a Bachelor's degree or 4 years of progressive detailing and design experience.
• Strong understanding of design software for engineering drawing preparation.
• Solar power generation design experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing various electrical project designs and creating electrical schematics.
• Prepare engineering drawings from sketches using CAD software programs.
• Analyze reports and drawings to plan and design projects.

Skills

2D and 3D applications

Electrical schematics

Analytical design

Project collaboration

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in drafting technology

Associate degree with additional experience

Tools

AutoCAD

Smartplant 3D

MicroStation

Revit

Job description

Description

The Assistant Electrical Designer will contribute to world‑class solar power generation design projects by assisting in various phases of planning, site evaluations, analytical designs, report preparation, specifications, and preparation of proposal and construction documentation and electrical plans. This position could also work on various projects with a diverse portfolio of project types and clients.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing various electrical project designs including creating electrical schematics, grid plan layouts, electrical power systems, lighting systems, protection and controls, and site and facility design. Follow all company, client and project design and drafting standards.
• Assist with set up of electrical CAD configuration and procedures according to project requirements at the beginning of a project for the electrical design team.
• Assist in preparing engineering drawings from rough sketches or from general engineering and design information (verbal instructions and notes) using CAD software programs.
• Assist with a full range of drawing production work including problem analysis, design layout and calculations on non‑routine assignments of substantial variety and complexity.
• Assist with a variety of assignments using prescribed methods and standard techniques including drawing sequence and presentation, sizing various system components and refining rough sketches.
• Assist with initial rough designs or sketches and redlines or mark‑ups on ongoing projects.
• Assist with analyzing reports, drawings, and tests, to plan and design projects.
• Apply design codes and specifications related to design requirements.
• Complete and review design drawings within scope, budget and schedule. Perform project tasks and assignments within budgeted hours and deadlines.
• Incorporate schedules, budgets and project criteria into electrical design and layouts.
• Organize and maintain all revisions of project drawings, plot files and project‑related information in a logical and well‑structured manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in drafting technology or related field and 2 years of related experience required, or Associate Degree and 3 years of related experience or 4 years of progressive detailing and design experience required.
• Understanding of design software such as Smartplant 3D (GHI), AutoCAD (solar), MicroStation (solar), and Revit (BESS) to develop the design deliverables. Ability to learn and effectively utilize new design software programs.
• Solar power generation design experience preferred.
• Ability to utilize both 2D and 3D applications to prepare engineering drawings.
• Basic knowledge in design, calculations, and design systems.
• Basic knowledge in the theory and practices of engineering discipline; competent in the fundamental concepts of other disciplines as they relate to the assigned discipline; and capable of operating related discipline design software necessary to execute production tasks.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others (Project Managers, Engineers and Designers) in a multi‑discipline project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives.
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, and attention to detail.

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