Design Associate I - Electrical

Haskell; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Haskell is seeking an entry-level Design Associate to support engineering and design deliverables. You will participate in conceptual design, integrating power, lighting, and emergency systems, and help prepare construction documents using drafting software.

You will collaborate with the Lead Associate to ensure code compliance (NFPA 70, 72, 101) and project schedules, while growing your knowledge in electrical engineering concepts and project delivery within a nationally recognized Top

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering or related field, ABET/NCARB accredited.
• EiT/FE certification preferred for entry-level progression.

Responsibilities

• Conceptual design integrating power, lighting and emergency systems.
• Develop power distribution designs and panel schedules.
• Lighting design considerations and calculations per code requirements.
• Fire alarm design including initiation and smoke detection layouts.
• Telecommunications device layouts and adherence to EIA/TIA standards.
• Create complete construction documents and utilize drafting software.
• Support design package development and ensure schedule adherence.
• Assist in construction administration and field coordination as needed.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to expand knowledge.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related, ABET/NCARB accredited

EiT/FE Certification preferred

Job description

At Haskell, you’re not just joining a company—you’re joining a nationally recognized Top Workplace where diverse perspectives and inclusive thinking drive stronger outcomes. Whether you’re starting out, growing your expertise, or leading the way, you’ll find a culture grounded in trust, driven by excellence, and built to support your goals. Here, you’ll have the opportunity, flexibility, and sense of belonging to grow your career your way—while making a real impact.

Scope of Position

Design Associate is an entry level engineering position. The primary responsibility is to provide engineering and design solutions as assigned to support project deliverables and schedule. Design associates work with other design staff to grow their knowledge in electrical engineering design concepts and project delivery. Responsibilities include various engineering, design and drafting tasks utilizing the applicable drafting software to accommodate the project schedule.

Job Responsibilities

• Conceptual Design
  • Integrates power, lighting, and emergency systems into a facility, using knowledge of the available options for each system.
  • Works with the Lead or Sr. Associate when working with building/facility owner to ensure that the appropriate systems/products are utilized in their facility.
  • Works with the Lead or Sr. Associate to create the design of power distribution, medium voltage and below.
  • Specifies components based on all applicable Code requirements, as defined by the scope of the project, but not limited to: Including NFPA 70, 72, 101, and Building Codes.
  • Coordinates the connections of all power utilization component connections.
  • Lighting design, system types, and understanding of the following concepts:
    • Various lighting types and applications
    • Color temperatures
    • Lighting rules such as spacing to mounting height ratio, manual point to point calculations, impact of horizontal and vertical foot-candles
    • Lighting circuiting
  • Power design
    • A growing knowledge of the design of power distribution
    • Panel schedules
    • Coordinates the connections of all power utilization components
  • Documentation of calculations, reflecting code compliance of the following:
    • Lighting calculations
    • Power load calculations
    • Voltage drop calculations
  • Fire alarm design
    • Performs system design
    • Initiation device layout
    • Smoke detection design
    • Indicating device layout
  • Telecommunications design
    • Device layouts
    • A growing knowledge of the EIA/TIA standards
• Detail Design
  • Works on creation of complete and accurate construction documents.
  • Uses design software proficiently and can incorporate designs into project documents/models.
  • Effectively execute inter-discipline and intra-discipline review and coordination efforts

• Design Project Execution
  • Works on compiling a complete design package issue.
  • Ensures that all project internal and external comments and markups are incorporated into the project’s design documents and specifications.
  • Works with project Lead Associate to ensure that project schedule will be met and complete documents are provided for each submission.
  • Develops project within provided design budget and advises additional design fees when scope is expanded.
• Construction Administration
  • Growing understanding of construction project execution process
  • Supports construction efforts by preparing any required field orders, addenda or other drawing updates
  • Problem solving for field oversight including Requests for Information (RFI)

• Professional Development
  • Proactively seeks training to expand knowledge.

Education & Years of Experience

• Bachelor of Science degree required. Degree from accredited curriculum (NCARB or ABET) such as Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Computer Engineering, or related field preferred.

Qualifications

• Engineer in Training (EiT/FE) Certification preferred.

Environmental Factors and/or Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, this position is required to have ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; and the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of 10-50 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment and read application/form information. The associate frequently is required to sit, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear.

Haskell will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008. The job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification.

Haskell is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities) and Drug-Free Workplace.