A&E Project Designer

Job Description

Job Description

Summary
Delta Oaks Group is seeking an individual to produce A&E / Civil site design plans in the telecom and renewable energy sectors. Typical responsibilities include but are not limited to jurisdictional design code interpretation, site planning and design tasks, CAD design and production, and client and project stakeholder communication. This position will require a minimum of one year (1) year of experience (or internships) in the A&E telecommunications, renewable energy, or similar field.

 
Duties and Responsibilities
The selected individual will be expected to lead projects from commencement to completion, including the ability to:

• Demonstrate technical knowledge of basic site-layout, civil, electrical, grounding, and structural aspects of telecommunications and/or renewable energy facilities
• Develop detailed design drawings and specifications for telecommunications/renewable energy projects using computer-assisted drafting (AutoCAD) equipment
• Research codes and create construction drawings that adhere to various construction, permitting, and zoning regulations for widely varying geographic locations
• Perform ground-based inspections/audits and related functions at telecommunications/renewable energy sites with limited supervision
• Coordinate with client representatives, governing agency personnel, and other project stakeholders to determine various project specifics
• Help develop and maintain AutoCAD standards and adhere to department protocol for drawing setup, publishing, and record keeping

Required Experience and Technical Skills
Design experience amounting to a minimum of two (2) years practice in the telecommunications/renewable energy field is preferred. Additionally, the candidate should have experience relating to the following:

• Proficiency with computer drafting software, AutoCAD, is required
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software, particularly Microsoft Excel and Word is required
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans and drawings.
• Experience in the telecommunications industry, including the review and interpretation of carrier RFDS is strongly preferred.
• Prior experience with civil engineering projects encompassing land development, transportation, renewable energy, or utility design is strongly preferred
• Current aptitude or ability to develop an understanding of regulatory requirements and basic civil- site related design practices preferred
• Possess mechanical aptitude with ability to complete basic mathematical calculations
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and be insurable under the company’s standards — employment contingent upon passing a motor vehicle record (MVR) check.

Education
Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree in a civil engineering, architecture, graphic design, or drafting related field. Similar experience in the telecommunications/renewable energy industry of two years will be considered based on Hiring Manager decision.

Personal Traits
The ideal candidate will be self-motivated worker, capable of operating in a team-oriented environment intended to complete projects effectively and efficiently. He/She should have strong interpersonal skills, as this position requires working and interacting with fellow co-workers on a daily basis. This person should be a self-starter, with a focus on company and career advancement though diligent work, technical competence, and client satisfaction.

 
Travel
Some travel, approximately 10-20%, will be required.

 

The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the requirements of the position described, nor

 
are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended to describe the general nature of the position. This document is not an employment contract. 

 
In accordance with the Americans with Disability Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disable individuals. However, no accommodations will be made which pose serious health or safety risks to employee or others and/or which impose undue hardships on the organization 
be required.