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Electrical Designer
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What they do
An Electrical Designer designs and creates layout for the electrical systems that power lighting, security, telephone and sound in buildings; creates wiring diagrams, develops specifications for electrical systems to meet code requirements. Designs and create layout of the printed circuit boards that are components of most electronic equipment.
$72,541 / year median in Wisconsin
+6% projected growth
Job Description
ABOUT US DAAR
Engineering, Inc. is an award-winning Wisconsin based civil engineering and construction management firm comprised of experienced engineers, technicians, and project managers specializing in both public and private sector improvement projects. We are currently seeking an Electrical Designer to join our Electric Utility Design Division.POSITION
Full Time Hybrid Electric Utility Designer position available. Must live in the Fox Valley area and willing to travel to Brookfield WI 1-2x per week.QUALIFICATIONS
- Two-year or four-year degree in civil, electrical, or mechanical engineering/design or related field.
- MicroStation and AutoCAD /Civil 3D experience
- Knowledge of 2D computer aided drafting
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in written, graphical, and verbal forms
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.)
- Willingness to work in an office environment
- Willingness to perform field work outdoors in varying conditions
- Understanding of electrical systems of various voltages
- Basic understanding of electric utility design preferred
- Familiarity with NEC and/or NESC code and prior utility experience is beneficial
- Ability to apply company standards to electric system designs
- Ability to work with cross-functional teams to carry designs through completion
- Strong attention to detail and ability to document field conditions via notes and pictures
- Valid Driver's License required
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design and drafting of overhead, direct buried, and conduit & manhole distribution and service electrical systems
- Create easy to follow MicroStation drawings that will be used in the construction of electric facilities
- Create bills of materials for construction, budgeting, and customer pricing
- Work with external contacts to obtain traffic control plans and permits as needed
- Review civil construction plans and apply company standards and best practices to create functional designs
- Work with customers to obtain necessary information, review plans, and ensure company standards are met
- Communicate with engineers, right of way, and construction crews
- Review and document field conditions to identify potential construction challenges
- Create diggers hotline tickets to identify underground facilities
- Travel to construction sites to communicate with electricians, developers, customers, and construction crews and ensure safety protocols are being followed
- Promote a safe and friendly work environment.
Benefits of the position include:
- Competitive Pay
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Compensatory Time Program
- Bonus Opportunities
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Employer Funded Health Savings Account
- Company Paid Short Term Disability Insurance
- Voluntary Group Benefits including Employee, Spouse, and Child Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability insurance
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- 401k with company match
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan