Senior Electrical Designer – SmartPlant 3D (Nuclear/DOD)

Bechtel Global Corporation; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel Global Corporation seeks a highly skilled Electrical Designer for Sentinel program support in Ogden, UT. The role focuses on 3D electrical design in SmartPlant 3D, 2D AutoCAD, and SmartSketch to support DoD and USAF infrastructure projects.

The candidate will work with engineers and junior designers, ensuring designs meet NEC/NEMA/IEEE standards and Bechtel protocols, while coordinating with multiple disciplines.

Qualifications

• Requires AA/AS or CAD certificate with 10–12 years of experience (or 12–14 years).
• U.S. citizenship required; able to pass drug screen and background check.
• Experience with NEC, NEMA/ANSI/IEEE standards; knowledge of electrical drawings and layouts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare models and drawings for electrical systems in SmartPlant 3D and AutoCAD.
• Create BOMs and installation details for conduit, cable tray, and raceways.
• Model electrical rooms and equipment; perform grounding and lighting layouts.
• Coordinate 3D model activities with other disciplines; support design development.
• Assist with training junior designers and ensure adherence to codes and standards.
• Maintain clear communication of design issues with teams and client.

Skills

NEC knowledge

Electrical design principles

SmartPlant 3D

AutoCAD

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

AA/AS or CAD certificate, 10–12 years experience

Tools

SmartSketch

SETROUTE

ETAP

AGI 32

Job description

Bechtel Global Corporation seeks a highly skilled Electrical Designer for Sentinel program support in Ogden, UT. The role focuses on 3D electrical design in SmartPlant 3D, 2D AutoCAD, and SmartSketch to support DoD and USAF infrastructure projects.

The candidate will work with engineers and junior designers, ensuring designs meet NEC/NEMA/IEEE standards and Bechtel protocols, while coordinating with multiple disciplines.