UDR is seeking qualified candidates an opportunity to support an Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) project.
Work Location: Houston, TX Electrical Principal Designer Job Description The purpose of this position is to provide essential technical knowledge and perform design work as described below. This position serves as an Area Lead Designer or staff designer performing assignments of advanced complexity.Under general supervision of the Discipline Lead Engineer or Design Supervisor, serve as an Area Lead Designer providing guidance/supervision to designersPrepare and check designs of advanced complexity utilizing 3D modeling and 2D computer- aided drafting and design (CADD) automation toolsCoordinate technical issues with other disciplines, project management, vendors and clientsExecute work in compliance with Project Quality Plan and proceduresExecute work in accordance with the approved project scope, cost and schedule baselinesPerform bulk material take-off analysis and tabulationsProvide technical support to activities associated with equipment and material procurement and subcontracting including review of vendor submittalsProvide technical support to activities associated with construction administration including response to construction requests-for-information and field changesOther duties as assignedBasic Job RequirementsU.S. Citizenship requiredAssociate degree in related technical field of study and minimum fifteen (15) years of work related experienceWorking knowledge of applicable federal (including Department of Energy orders), state, and local codes and standardsAbility to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to project management, coworkers, clients, vendors, and subcontractorsJob related technical knowledge necessary to complete the jobAdvanced knowledge of discipline codes and standardsAbility to perform work in compliance with applicable local, state, and federal codes, statutes and guidelinesAbility to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective mannerIntermediate computer and software skills to include proficiency in the use of word processing, e-mail, spreadsheet and electronic presentation programsSignificant experience providing engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) services on large industrial projectsProficiency executing large engineering projects utilizing 3D modeling and 2D CADD automation tools in a multi-discipline environmentDiscipline Specific Job Requirements Background and experience must include drafting/ designer experience in engineering fields, such as electrical, instrumentation and control or communicationsProficiency in computer aided design (Bentley MicroStation) with demonstrated experience to originate and produce drawings with minimum supervision requiredProficiency in 3D modeling using Intergraph Smart3D (S3D)Ability to walk down field systems with minimal guidance , interpret field direction, generate minor design details , create new drawings, modify existing drawings, and direct junior draftersPerform advanced design calculations (lighting, raceway sizing and wire sizing, voltage drop, cable pulling, panel board and breaker sizing, and junction box sizing)Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of commercial availability and cost of materialsExperience with design of systems, structures and components for nuclear facilities under the requirements of ASME NQA-1Practical field experienceEPC project experience for the following industries:U.S Department of Energy or other U.S. Federal Government AgencyNuclear facilities under a nuclear quality assurance programManufacturing, pharmaceutical or biotechnologyAdvanced knowledge of:Intergraph SmartPlant Electrical softwareIntergraph SmartPlant Review softwareElectrical design requirements (grounding/earthing, lighting, wiring, motors, conduit fill and sizing, panelboards, and hazardous locations) UDR Consulting, INC is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, Woman-Owned, Minority-Owned, Small Disadvantaged Business.? An Equal Opportunity Employer that considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected Veterans, or individuals with disabilities.? UDR also supports a drug-free work environment. UDR offers highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1. http://www.udrconsulting.com