Staff Electrical Designer: Schematics, Grids & Systems

Burns & McDonnell; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Staff Electrical Designer to contribute to planning, site evaluations, and production of electrical plans across a diverse project portfolio. You will design schematics, grid layouts, power and lighting systems, and control schemes for various facilities within a collaborative project team.

The role emphasizes adherence to codes, standards, and accurate documentation while delivering within schedule. Strong CAD skills and 2D/3D proficiency are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in drafting technology or related field and 7 years related experience required.
• Or Associate's Degree and 8 years related experience required.
• Or 9 years progressive detailing and design experience required.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical schematics, grid plan layouts, electrical power systems, lighting systems, protection and controls, and site and facility design.
• Plan and develop drawings for production work including problem analysis, design layout and calculations on non-routine assignments of substantial variety and complexity.
• Execute variations of electrical design assignments using prescribed methods and standard techniques including drawing sequence and presentation, sizing various system components and refining rough sketches.
• Execute changes to designs or sketches and redlines or mark-ups 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 tasks within budgeted hours and deadlines.

Skills

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Written/verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in drafting technology or related field

Associate's Degree

9 years progressive detailing and design experience

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Excel

Job description

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Staff Electrical Designer to contribute to planning, site evaluations, and production of electrical plans across a diverse project portfolio. You will design schematics, grid layouts, power and lighting systems, and control schemes for various facilities within a collaborative project team.

The role emphasizes adherence to codes, standards, and accurate documentation while delivering within schedule. Strong CAD skills and 2D/3D proficiency are required.