Electrical Designer jobs in Bakersfield, CA

Overview

TITLE:                     ELECTRICAL, INSTRUMENTATION & CONTROLS (EIC) - DESIGNER 2

LOCATION:             ARVIN, CA

COMPENSATION:  $25.00 - $35.00 / HOUR

PURPOSE:

Prepare Electrical Design Packages and Specifications for material and equipment required as part of Electrical and/or Instrumentation and Controls Systems. Work in conjunction with principal electrical designers, engineers and project managers to help develop all aspects of a project.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Conceptualize plans, details, elevations, and sections, to accurately convey construction or fabrication requirements.
• Review and analyze equipment specifications and incorporate into design drawings for proper construction or fabrication.
• Work in conjunction with principal electrical designers, engineers and project managers to help develop all aspects of a project.
• Read and create Single Line and Three Line Diagrams, including sizing of electrical equipment, conduit and cable.
• Read and create Motor Control Schematic diagrams.
• Create: Conduit / Cable Schedule Drawings, Electrical Detail Drawings, Electrical Equipment Location and Stub-up Plan Drawings, PLC Panel Layout Drawings, PLC I/O Schematic Drawings, Control System Architecture Drawings, As Built Drawings, Lighting Plans, Grounding Plans.
• Prepare designs and specifications for material and equipment required as part of electrical and or instrumentation and controls systems.
• Material Procurement and Tracking using inhouse software i.e. Infor.
• Interface with engineers and design leads from other disciplines, clients and other disciplines at project meetings and contractors during construction.
• Interface with consulting companies as needed to create Electrical Permit Packages.
• Estimate job man-hours, schedule accurately and develop installation budgets using in-house estimating software.
• Track progress of job from schedule and cost standpoint using inhouse software i.e. Spec Write.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to remain in a stationary position throughout much of the working day. Ability to occasionally move about inside food processing facilities (sometimes in narrow passages, in wet areas, climb ladders on to elevated platforms.) Ability to work in different temperatures (as hot as 100° to 110°F and as cold as 32° to -20° F) Must be able to work in high noise area. Must be able to move items up to 50 lbs.

Additional Info

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ideal candidate must have a minimum of five (5) years of electrical or other qualifying design experience.
• Must have a good understanding and know how to research and apply the following Codes and Standards; NFPA 70E, NEC, API, California General Order 95 and ISA standards.
• Must demonstrate willingness to learn In-house software programs relating to Project Budgeting, Scheduling, Material Procurement and Tracking.
• Must be able to use and apply Microsoft Office and Auto Cad 2010 or higher along with knowledge of computer operations and software relevant to drafting tasks.
• Must be trainable in all aspects of safety as it pertains to being exposed around electrical equipment.
• Must demonstrate a willingness to learn new techniques and be able to maintain a friendly and productive attitude.
• May be required to work overtime or weekends depending on business need.  
• Must be able to occasionally travel when necessary to other Grimmway Facilities.
• Remote work not available for this position.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with clean DMV driving record.
• Must pass pre-placement drug/alcohol screen, physical and functional capacity evaluation.

Benefits

ADMINISTRATIVE EMPLOYEES:

• Competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401k plan with a discretionary match, subject to a vesting schedule
• Paid Sick, Vacation, Holiday Time and Personal Hours
• Employee Vehicle Purchase/Lease Programs
• Subsidized gym membership with InShape health clubs
• Free on-site personal training and other wellness-focused activities at company gym
• Tuition discount partnership program with University of La Verne
• Discounted tickets to major theme parks throughout California
• Work life balance