Staff Electrical Designer (Denver)

Burns & McDonnell; Denver, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) retirement program

Paid time off / HFWA leave

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Staff Electrical Designer to perform planning, site evaluations, analytical design, and documentation as part of a project team. The role encompasses electrical project design, production drawings, and compliance with standards across a diverse client portfolio.

The position requires a bachelor’s or associate degree with many years of experience, proficiency in AutoCAD/MicroStation/Excel, and ability to work in a collaborative multi-discipline team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in drafting tech or related field with 7 years of related experience.
• Or Associate's Degree with 8 years of related experience.
• Or 9 years of progressive detailing and design experience.
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, and Excel.
• Proficient in 2D and 3D design applications.
• Strong collaboration with project managers, engineers and designers.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical projects, including schematics, grid layouts, power and lighting systems.
• Plan and develop production drawings with problem analysis and calculations.
• Execute design assignments using prescribed methods and techniques.
• Review drawings for quality within scope, budget, and schedule.
• Compute conduit/grounding layouts and relay panel schematics.
• Organize revisions and project files in a structured manner.

Skills

Excellent written & verbal comms

Analytical & problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in drafting tech or related field

Associate's degree

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Excel

Job description

Description

A Staff Electrical Designer will perform various phases of planning, site evaluations, analytical designs, report preparation, specifications, and preparation of proposals, construction documentation, and electrical plans as part of a project team. This position will work on various projects with a diverse portfolio of project types and clients.

• Design electrical projects, including 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.
• Plan and develop drawings for production work including problem analysis, design layout, and calculations on non-routine assignments of substantial variety and complexity.
• Execute a variety of electrical design assignments using prescribed methods and standard techniques, including drawing sequence and presentation, sizing various system components, and refining rough sketches.
• Make design or sketch changes and redlines or markups on ongoing projects.
• Analyze reports, drawings, and tests to plan and design projects.
• Interpret and incorporate design codes and specifications related to design requirements.
• Review design drawings for quality assurance within scope, budget, and schedule. Perform project tasks and assignments within budgeted hours and deadlines.
• Compute volume calculations for conduit/grounding layouts, equipment and panel wiring diagrams, and relay panel schematics.
• Organize and maintain all revisions of project drawings, plot files, and project-related information in a logical and well-structured manner.
• Responsible for clear and concise written and verbal communications, as it relates to project client coordination.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in drafting technology or a related field and 7 years of related experience required.
• Or Associate's Degree and 8 years of related experience required.
• Or 9 years of progressive detailing and design experience required.
• Advanced understanding of design software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, and Excel to develop the design deliverables. Ability to learn and effectively utilize new design software programs.
• Advanced ability to utilize both 2D and 3D applications to prepare engineering drawings.
• Advanced knowledge in design, calculations, and design systems.
• Advanced knowledge in the theory and practices of assigned 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 including, but not limited to, 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.

Compensation

$110,000.00-155,000.00 Yearly

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. Burns & McDonnell’s PTO program includes the paid sick leave entitlements provided under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA). Additionally, as part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job Computer Aided Drafting & Design

Primary Location US-CO-Denver

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time