Electrical/Instrumentation Designer - Anchorage, AK

Responsibilities

• Interprets and applies codes, procedures, standards, and specifications to accurately and efficiently produce designs which conform to applicable codes and specifications.
• Interprets complex vendor data or drawings for conformance with project requirements and initiates resolution of any problems.
• Accurately develops material takeoffs and estimates.
• Proficiently operates various AutoCAD systems.
• Uses computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform design tasks.
• Consistently demonstrates example skills in structuring assigned activities, creativity, teamwork, handling a client’s changing needs, communications, operational efficiencies, decision making, and analyzing and solving problems.
• Inspects equipment for conformance with design specifications.
• Analyzes product or equipment specifications and performance requirements to determine designs that can be produced by existing manufacturing or processing facilities and methods.
• Analyzes engineering proposals, process requirements and related technical data pertaining to industrial machinery and equipment design.
• Determines feasibility of designing new plant equipment or modifying existing facilities considering costs, available space, time limitations, company planning and other technical and economic factors.
• Provides information to those in field construction.
• Provides accurate technical advice and training to others.
• Provides technical information concerning manufacturing or processing techniques, materials, properties and process advantages and limitations which affect long range plant and product engineering planning.
• Studies engineering and technical publications to keep abreast of technical changes and developments in industry.
• Design experience, which includes work connected with arctic electrical installations, NEC, motors, motor controls, and third party certifications. Preference will be given to those with experience in high voltage power lines design and/or ETAP.
• Checks various designs, diagrams, drawings, etc. for compliance with applicable codes and specifications.
• Designs electrical equipment, facilities, components, products, and systems for commercial, industrial, and domestic purposes.
• Designs fabrication of test control apparatus and equipment.
• Designs applications of controls, instruments, and systems for new commercial, domestic, and industrial use.
• Uses computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering tasks.
• Other duties as assigned.

  Qualifications

  • Designer: 4-10 years of work experience, with oil and gas industry experienced preferred.
  • Senior Designer: 8-15 years of experience in the oil and gas industry.
  • Staff Designer: 15+ years of experience in the oil and gas industry; or Associate degree in engineering technology, electrical design, or related degree from an accredited institution and 10+ years of experience.
  • Senior Staff Designer: 17+ years of experience in the oil and gas industry; or Associate degree in engineering technology, electrical design, or related degree from an accredited institution and 15+ years of experience.
  • Principal Designer: 20+ years of experience in the oil and gas industry; or 15+ years of experience with significant Lead Designer role.
  • Preference: Applicable Arctic/cold weather experience. 3-D modeling experience.

  Competencies

  • Analytical: Solves practical problems and deals with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
  • Design: Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail.
  • Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
  • Technical Skills: Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
  • Interpersonal: Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
  • Oral Communication: Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
  • Team Work: Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build moral and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports others’ efforts to succeed; Recognizes accomplishments of other team members.
  • Written Communication: Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
  • Strategic Thinking: Develops strategies to achieve long-term success.