Senior Designer-Power & Utilities

Overview

Lead senior designer handling complex multi-disciplinary power & utilities projects.

Key Responsibilities

• software selection
• design coordination
• quality assurance
• drawing development
• mentoring
• site inspections

Tasks

-Determine appropriate 2-D or 3-D computer software to complete assigned design drawings for projects, and teams of Engineers and Designers in the execution of such work. -Coordinate designs among all engineering disciplines and identify conflicts between disciplines. -Provide the design team with guidance and direction to ensure adherence to project schedules, budgets, quality review schedules, and submission timelines. -Perform all tasks efficiently, accurately, within the allotted project hours, and complete tasks on or before the due date. -Assists in the studies and selection of equipment to fit the project design. -Developing and enhancing design standards and quality. -May be requested to assist in site inspections during construction stage as required. -Perform all tasks in compliance with Burns (and, when applicable, a client’s) standards, policies, procedures, and engineering codes. -Collaborate with Project Manager and technical staff to proactively address issues, challenges, and/or project changes. -Coordinate design activities with other team members of other disciplines assigned to the same project. -Mentor early career Engineers, Designers, and Interns/Co-ops. -Partner with technical staff to assist in the development and standardization of design procedures and templates. -Reviewing the overall project for quality assurance and standard compliance. -Coordinate the contract documents with the construction teams. -Perform non-routine assignments of substantial variety and are of high complexity. -Serve as the lead Designer on projects, overseeing the work of other Designers to ensure consistency, quality, and adherence to deadlines. -Observe, understand, apply and retain Burns technical policies, procedures, design analyses, calculations, engineering methodology and codes, and equipment selection criteria. -Develop complete drawing packages, sketches, and specifications required to deliver projects within a specific / or multiple discipline(s). -Communicate record changes to all disciplines and keep team members informed of details and schedules. -Review designs prior to submission to ensure the project deliverables meet Burns quality standards and client expectations. -Coordinate the design activities with other disciplines, attending design coordination meetings with team members and client representatives. -May be requested to assist in field data collection and/or field system verifications.

Requirements

• problem solving
• technical skills
• team collaboration
• design coordination
• engineering software
• multi‑disciplinary

What You Bring

-Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills. -Strong technical and analytical skills including knowledge of principles. -Ability to successfully work collaboratively in a team environment -Experience coordinating multidisciplinary design teams. -Strong working knowledge of multiple engineering disciplines. -Proficiency in working on multi-disciplinary engineering design projects of high complexity. -Successfully solving highly complex design challenges. -Strong knowledge of industry standard engineering software and tools -Proficiency in design techniques, tools, and concepts involved in the production of technical plans and specifications for at least one engineering discipline.

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About Burns Engineering, Inc.

-Known for its expertise in providing comprehensive services from design to construction, helping clients achieve optimal results through innovative solutions. -Operates primarily in sectors like industrial, energy, infrastructure, utilities, and commercial projects, delivering customized services that align with client needs. -Has led numerous large-scale projects, including complex infrastructure developments and energy-efficient systems, enhancing operational efficiency. -Played a key role in modernizing energy systems for critical infrastructure, improving long-term sustainability and reliability. -Focuses on highly technical challenges, continually pushing the boundaries of traditional engineering to offer specialized solutions in diverse fields.

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