Senior Design Specialist - Electrical Designer

Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Develop designs for complex engineering systems. Prepare drawings and technical reports. Participate in the development of design standards and procedures. Perform technical review of design documents and specifications. Provide engineering services support to construction activities. 

Prepare and review design standards and procedures. Prepare construction installation specifications and details. Prepare procurement specifications and bid analysis. Review and approve Design Change Forms. Resolve existing design discrepancies with the most cost-effective approach to meet design criteria. Initiate Design Change Forms and coordinate with Subcontractors or other responsible group for approval/incorporation. Provide dispositions to Nonconformance Reports and Field Problem Memos by determining a solution to the condition which will satisfy design criteria. Perform inspections by facilities, systems, or components as required for proper evaluation of conditions. Review construction procedures to ensure compliance with design engineering criteria and applicable codes. Perform in-depth analyses of advanced technical concepts and devises new approaches to technical problems. 

Duties Specific to the Posting

Provide Electrical Designer staff augmentation support to SRNS. Primary duties include design development, and generation of design output documents in the following areas: Equipment Layout, Grounding, Raceway Layout, Lighting Systems, and Schematics, Connection and Wiring Diagrams. 

Design services shall be provided using SRNS processes and procedures. Programmatic guidance will be provided by SRNS. 

Qualifications

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS 

An associates degree in a technical discipline and at least 10 - 12 years work experience or 12 - 16 years of practical work experience. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Required work experience shall include at least 8 years of experience as an Electrical Designer.
• Requires an in-depth knowledge of engineering systems, applications, calculations, materials, construction methods, and relevant computer applications.
• Applies advanced principles and practices in engineering to resolve problems identified by construction organizations in a timely manner.
• Continued updating on new technologies and hardware in the industry is necessary. 
• Candidate must demonstrate working knowledge of National Census Codes and Standards for electrical design such as IEC, NEC, NFPA, NEMA, IEEE, and OSHA. 
• Significant recent, with-in the last 5 years, experience with 2D MicroStation Computer Aided Drafting and Design is required. 
• Candidate must be able to perform field walk-downs of the job site for the engineering work being performed. These walk-downs may involve construction sites with uneven surfaces and work in progress, walking for distances over a half mile, climbing ladders to access remote areas, and dressing out in protective clothing. 
• Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE “Q” security clearance. 
• Ability to work in a diverse work environment.
• Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a background check and drug screening.

Desired Qualifications

• Possession of an active DOE clearance (L or Q) within the past two (2) years is preferred. 
• Previous SRS Design Engineering or DOE facility experience is preferred. 
• Formal training in Computer Aided Design is preferred. 

LOCATION 
Position will be 100% onsite in Aiken, SC.
(Local candidates or willing to relocate at the candidate's expense).

Anticipated Work Schedule: (4) 10-hour shifts Monday through Thursday. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS 
Successful candidates will be able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. This job posting reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and the descriptions listed do not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.  
 
CONTRACT DURATION  

One (1) year with the option to extend for two (2) additional one (1) year options. 

Omega Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.