Design Tech C Elec Wiring NERC

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Are you in?Primary Purpose:

Under the direct supervision of a design engineer, design supervisor, lead design technician, or other higher classified design technician, prepares a variety of drawings including electrical arrangements, control schematic diagrams, connection, one-lines, wiring diagrams and drawings required for the design of new or major modifications to existing substations and switchyards. Prepares construction drawings, control circuitry drawings, arrangement drawings, design details, and assembles bills of material. Assures that all concepts and project details are accurately reflected in the drawings he/she produces.

Primary Duties:

• Coordinates work with members of his/her work team. Communicates company design policies and practices with engineers and other designers. Promotes two-way communication with work team members to help resolve technical concerns. Contributes to the control of quality, quantity and timeliness of work performed as measured against accepted standards.
• Assists higher classified design technicians in the evaluation of system requirements. Analyzes drawings of moderate complexity, specifications and other data to determine and/or modify substation requirements.
• Prepares, with the assistance of higher classified design technicians, a variety of diagrams and drawings including control wiring and other related diagrams.
• Prepares arrangement drawings and detail drawings of electrical equipment such as transformers, switchgear, station service, reactors, switchboards, cable trays, battery and chargers and fire protection systems and other related drawings.
• Prepares control circuitry drawings that include controls and protective relay schemes.
• Participates in both intra and inter-area discussions seeking technical advice and guidance in the development of substations and switchyards.
• Inspects project sites to visually evaluate the most efficient and economical layout of the project. Drives car as required following all company safety policies and procedures as well as the ability and willingness to wear all applicable Personnel Protective Equipment.
• Compiles accurate data on bills of material for equipment procurement and record keeping purposes.
• Uses CAD in an efficient manner to create accurate drawings.
• Sends documents and files to storage for future use and reference and adheres to all applicable document procedures.
• Provide assistance during system emergencies.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in design, Applied Science, Engineering Technology or related field OR the equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience satisfactory to the Company.
• Experience demonstrating skill following technical instructions or procedures (for example, operating procedures, standards, code requirements, specifications.
• Knowledge of general drafting standards, practices and procedures and the ability to complete accurate drawings on schedule.
• Experience demonstrating skill using PC-based drafting software (for example, MicroStation, AutoCAD or ESRI -GIS).
• Experience demonstrating skill using PC-based word processing, spreadsheet, database, PDF conversion, and e-mail software.
• Possess knowledge of, and ability to apply mathematics involving algebra, trigonometry and geometry.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare drawings from verbal instructions and conceptual sketches.
• Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak, comprehend and communicate clearly and accurately with the English language.
• Experience demonstrating skill reading and interpreting engineering/construction plans and drawings.
• Must successfully pass qualifications tests of Tech+Math and Computer Aptitude.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the duties and requirements of the lower design technician classification.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work as a team member and work cooperatively together and accept opposing ideas from other team members.
• Must be willing and able to work overtime on a regular basis, consistent with Labor Agreement.
• Demonstrated enhanced ability to use Computer Aided Design technology beyond that expected of a lower classification by successfully completing MicroStation for Advanced Users training and demonstrate learned proficiency.
• Employees in this classification are NERC & FERC regulated; as such they will be required to comply with NERC & FERC standards requirements, and/or procedures. Employees in this classification are required to complete and maintain their NERC & FERC certifications annually.
• Performs work indoors and occasionally outdoors, which requires some physical activity.
• Sitting at a computer workstation with some walking involved. Occasionally requires bending, twisting, kneeling, squatting. Drives a car as required.
• Occasionally works around energized equipment in areas ranging from very hot to very cold temperatures.
• Pass a hearing test in the audible range with or without a hearing device.
• Pass a color vision test for CAD applications.

Preferred Qualifications:

This position requires the applicant to have either working knowledge or an understanding of electrical wiring diagram, panel layout and engineering drawings.

 

Must have working experience using CAD Software such as MicroStation or AutoCAD. Must have an associate's degree or higher in the Computer Aided Drafting and Design field or similar too. Have an understanding of Electrical Wiring Diagrams, Engineering Drawings and Panel Layouts. Is able to complete field site visits and carry equipment as needed for field red line markups and electrical wiring sketches.

Benefits:

• Hourly rates will be paid in accordance with terms of the candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience or collective bargaining agreement: $43.64/Hr.
• Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 4%
• 401(k) match and annual company contribution
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, floating and fixed holidays, maternity leave and bonding/primary caregiver leave or parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program and resources for mental and emotional support
• Wellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance and fitness reimbursement
• Referral bonus program
• And much more

Note: Exelon-sponsored compensation and benefit programs may vary or not apply based on length of service, job grade, job classification or represented status. Eligibility will be determined by the written plan or program documents.