Job Title: CAD Designer
Summary:
Performs design work for electric and/or gas new construction, capital maintenance or system improvements – which includes but not limited to project initiation, preparation of new improvement designs, cost estimates and contracts. Establishes project specific business relationships and facilitates the customer through the company’s New Business Process. Focuses on the identification of customer needs and expectations for new business utility design for electric and/or gas projects by maintaining a working knowledge of company standards, tariffs and regulations.
Job Duties:
- Performs design work for electric and/or gas new or expanded service or system improvements.
- Maintains a working knowledge of all company standards, tariffs and regulatory requirements to provide the most cost-effective designs.
- Creates and delivers preliminary estimates.
- Identifies needs and expectations of the customer for electric and/or gas utility requirements of project specific development.
- Serves as the central point of contact for internal and external customers such as developers, contractors, engineering firms, local agencies and utilities from the inception to the completion of the assigned projects. Focuses on improvement of external customer satisfaction.
- Prepares and presents the financial agreement to the customer ensuring that the company delivers a comprehensive and accurate contract. Conducts pre-construction meetings with Electric and Gas Inspectors, General Foreman and Area Service Managers as necessary.
- May participate in the after hour rotational on call supervisor program and assists in restoration activities during storms or other emergencies.
Qualifications:
- 2-5 years experience with AutoCAD
- Experience creating construction drawings
- Experience with distribution design, utility design, or civil design
- Willingness to learn new concepts
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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