The Electrical Designer is responsible for independently supporting Engineers and the Engineering Manager by preparing detailed electrical drawings and equipment Bills of Materials (BOM) in accordance with customer specifications. This role involves assisting service personnel in troubleshooting by simulating issues through technical drawings. The Electrical Designer is expected to handle basic Engineering Work Requests while adhering to departmental Work Instructions and Engineering Standards. Additionally, the role includes reviewing and approving designs, facilitating interface communication, and ensuring that the electrical scope of work for Hyperscale Data Center Modules meets customer expectations and complies with industry standards for accuracy, reliability, efficiency, and safety. Problem-solving is a key aspect of the position, requiring the application of technical expertise and analytical thinking to identify and implement effective solutions based on factual data.
Responsibilities :
Create and verify drawings and Bills of Materials (BOMs) in accordance with customer specifications.
Independently prepare bulk Material Take-Offs (MTOs) and detailed BOMs without supervision.
Ensure all drawings comply with engineering and QA / QC standards.
Develop layout drawings to illustrate proposed equipment configurations and functionality.
Produce a wide range of electrical deliverables, including :
Cable routing diagrams
Panel drawings and layouts
Electrical schematics and single-line diagrams
Interconnect and loop diagrams
Cable schedules
Lighting and instrument location plans
Earthing details
I / O schedules and termination hook-ups
Simulate and visualize technical problems through drawings to assist in troubleshooting.
Prepare sequence drawings and procedures for Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT).
Compile installation procedures for customer submission.
Supervise outsourced design work performed by third-party engineering firms.
Review vendor data and drawings to ensure compliance with client specifications and standards.
Generate reports from design models and provide necessary design information to internal teams, clients, and third parties.
Contribute to process improvement by providing “lessons learned” feedback.
Apply insights from past projects to enhance design tools, templates, and procedures.
Education :
Experience :
Minimum of 5 years of experience working on electrical scopes within Hyperscale Data Center Modules or a similar industrial environment.
Proven ability to produce clear and accurate drawings and sketches to communicate design concepts.
Experience in high-density data centers and hyperscale infrastructure.
Solid understanding of the purpose and function of electrical systems in facility environments.
Knowledge of industry standards, codes, and regulations, including but not limited to :
IEC – International Electrotechnical Commission
IBC – International Building Code
OSHA – Occupational Safety and Health Administration
NEC – National Electric Code
NFPA – National Fire Protection Association
Extensive experience utilizing design and modeling tools such as :
AutoCAD
SolidWorks
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Autodesk Revit
Autodesk BIM 360
Mastery knowledge and proficiency in :
Microsoft Office 365 Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint)
PDF Editor (Adobe, Foxit, or other equivalent)
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Autodesk AutoCAD
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Operational knowledge in :
SAP (ERP Tool w / Engineering Modules and Transactions)
Autodesk Revit
Autodesk BIM 360
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving challenges.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects independently in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
Highly adaptable to shifting priorities and capable of seamless task switching.
Strong interpersonal skills with a talent for building and sustaining client relationships.
Innovative thinker focused on enhancing client satisfaction and delivering top-quality results.
Committed to excellence with a strong work ethic and keen attention to detail.
Fluent in English, with advanced proficiency in both written and verbal communication.
Clear and effective communicator, able to articulate complex concepts in both individual and group settings.
Collaborative team player with experience working across cross-functional teams.
Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.
Company policy is to provide every individual a fair and equal opportunity to seek employment and advancement at the Company without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, veteran or military status, disability, creed, ancestry, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), marital status or any factors protected by federal, state, or local laws. We are an “Equal Opportunity Employer". For more information please, refer to the latest version of "Know Your Rights" poster and the "Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster" located here : https : / / www.dol.gov / agencies / ofccp / posters. The Company is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor - priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
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