Lauren Francis
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Power Industry Careers
Distribution Designer
- TypeContract
- SalaryMarket related
- LocationMichigan Center
The Distribution Designer will work within our Transmission and Distribution (T&D) Global Practice to perform the following duties: Responsible for the design of low to medium voltage (2.4-120kV) distribution and subtransmission lines using CADD.Prepare construction documents including plan and profile drawings for overhead and underground electric distribution, fiber optic and telecommunications facilities.Provide field support during construction.Plans, schedules, conducts and coordinates work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, adaptation and modification of standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria.Performs work that involves conventional engineering practices, but may involve a variety of complex features.Requires general knowledge of precedents in specialty areas and familiarity with basic principles and practices in related specialties.May coordinate departmental and divisional project studies and report preparation assignments.This position requires an experienced and competent individual capable of successfully solving difficult problems that require adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures and criteria.Must be capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered.Assist project manager to develop scope of work and conceptual design for the projects.Communicate and coordinate project activities with project manager, client, and others as needed.Provide leadership, guidance and instruction to less experienced staff members.Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of one's work.Other duties will be assigned as required. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in drafting technology or related field and seven years related experience or associate's degree and eight years related experience or nine years progressive detailing and design experience. (Bachelor's degree in ANY Engineering field is NOT allowed for this role except for Engineering Technology).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.
Power Industry Careers
Assistant Fire Protection Designer
- TypeContract
- Salary£0 per year
- LocationBloomington
Description:We are seeking a Fire Protection Designer to join our growing team in the Minneapolis office. Fire Protection Engineering is broad, exciting, and fast-growing engineering discipline offering excellent opportunity for growth.You will join a team of Fire Protection Engineers and Designers who work on a wide range of exciting and challenging projects including manufacturing and food processing facilities, data centers, aircraft hangars, central utility plants, industrial facilities, and more. You will be working in a team environment with a premium placed on client and peer-to-peer interaction. You can expect to be a part of an energy-filled workplace at a successful and growing company.As a Fire Protection Designer, you will provide drafting and design support for the creation of construction documents on a variety of fire protection, fire alarm, and life safety systems. Career advancement opportunity is limited only by your ability and ambition.Production of construction drawings using Revit and AutoCAD for a wide variety of fire protection, fire alarm, and life safety systems.Duties include: Producing 2D and 3D drawings and modelsProducing floor plans, one-line diagrams, riser diagrams, and detailsCoordinating with other disciplinesAssisting engineers in design developmentLayout of fire alarm systemsLayout of sprinkler systemsPerforming hydraulic calculationsReviewing design drawings for qualityOther duties as assigned Requirements: Bachelor's degree in drafting technology or related field with a minimum two years of experience with Revit or Associate's degree in drafting technology with a minimum of three years of experience with Revit. (Bachelor's degree in any Engineering field is NOT allowed for this role EXCEPT for Engineering Technology).Proficient with Revit and AutoCADSelf-motivatedStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to prioritize work assignments in a fast-paced environmentAbility to quickly learn new design and calculation softwareExcellent written and verbal communications skillsAbility to work collaboratively with individuals at all levels in in a multi-discipline team environmentExperience with fire protection or fire alarm is desirableBIM coordination experience is desirableExperience with Hydratec, SprinkCAD, or other sprinkler design programs is desirableNICET certification in Fire Alarm Systems, Water-Based Fire Protection Systems Layout, and Special Hazard Systems is desirableExperience with Microstation is desirable