Electrical Construction Designer

Looking for a bit of a change? Looking for an opportunity to work on unique and exciting projects. Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be part of an amazing culture and a great team to work with? We are seeking an individual that wants to push the limits, step up to the challenges and win. If you want to join a team that will push you to the next level, the Electrical Construction Designer position is for you. The primary role of the Electrical Construction Designer is to lead project implementation of Virtual Design Construction technology and related processes. The Electrical Construction Designer is the contact between the field, business units and corporate office. Great communication and collaboration skills are a must. This position has the potential to be a remote position.

About us:Interstates meets the electrical and automation needs of companies around the world. For over sixty years, we have tackled complex challenges and developed innovative solutions for industrial manufacturing and processing facilities. What started as a small electric company has evolved into an organization with over 1,000 employees and multiple locations throughout the Midwest. At Interstates, we treat each other like family because our team is the foundation for our success. Our collaborative workplace is based on trust, integrity, and support for one another.

Interstates Describes Its Culture as: Family-Like:

• Caring co-workers treat each other like family.
• Be treated like an individual, not just a number.
• Flexible schedules allow you to focus on your personal life as well as work life.
• Lunch gatherings and social activities promote fun and camaraderie.
• Support charities and your community through events sponsored and hosted by Interstates.

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay so you know you are valued.
• 401(k) to help you plan for your future.
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance with different options to meet your needs.
• Vacation so you can focus on you.
• Performance Bonus just in time for holiday shopping
• Established Career Paths to help plan your future.
• Career Coaches that are focused on your success.

• Carry out electrical design pre-construction tasks effectively and efficiently, while adhering to company standards.
• Apply knowledge of the National Electric Code (NEC) to industrial electrical design by preparing constructible electrical drawings."
• Identify constructability issues, missing information and notify the project team of these issues.
• Maintain project BIM execution plan with project team.
• Coordinate all BIM Modeling in Revit and maintain knowledge of trends in the BIM field.
• Ability to translate 2D drawings and specs into a complete 3D/4D models.
• Understand process and standards for creating fabrication drawings fabrication drawings that are professional and accurate using architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical contract prints consistent with company and client standards.
• Estimate and establish VDC resources, budget, and schedule for assigned project.
• Develop documents and implement practices and standards to optimize efficiency of projects.
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned by site management.

Preferred Skills:

• Must have a basic understanding of electrical control systems.
• Experience with electrical power from low voltage AC (120/208V) through medium voltage (15kV).
• Experience with control/instrument voltage discrete and analog.
• Good understanding of electrical safety regulations, and codes.
• Experience with installing electrical distribution or controls. Automation experience would be beneficial.
• Experience with REVIT and/or AutoCAD drafting software is beneficial
• Able to communicate clearly with clients and other Interstates team members through both verbal and written communication.
• Ability to take on crew leader responsibilities- leading people, creating work for others.
• Must possess the ability to work cooperatively with others.
• Able to prioritize work and deal with stress.

• Experience with Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, etc.)

Education and/or Experience:

• Associates Degree (A.A., A.S.) from a two-year community college or technical college with an emphasis in Electrical Design and Construction.
• OR Electrical Designer, Electrical Engineer or Journeyman/Master Electrician with experience in the Commercial/Industrial field with 3-5 years of experience.
• OR 4 years of related electrical training.
• OR equivalent combination of education and related experience/training

Travel: Periodic Travel

Interstates is an Equal Opportunity/AA Employer and provides a drug-free work environment.