Posted 14 days ago
Principal Electrical Designer
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Performs complex detail design of electrical and instrumentation drawings, including one-line diagrams, E/I plans, sections, details, wiring and schematic diagrams, using CAD. Trains and directs CAD operators and designers and reviews vendor drawings.
About this role
Description
Position Title: Principal Electrical/Instrumentation Designer
Location: Houston, TX
Position Description
Gulf Companies has served the global energy industry since 1953 by supporting the complete project lifecycle and developing valued business partnerships to ensure the success of the project. Our worldwide experience and multi-disciplined capabilities encompass all aspects of the Engineering, Procurement, Construction Management, Field Inspection, GIS Integrity, Staffing Services and more.
The Principal Electrical/Instrumentation Designer is responsible for performing detail design activities within the Electrical/Instrumentation discipline.
Essential Functions
- Perform complex designs and layouts of One-line Diagrams, E/I Plans, Sections & Details, Wiring Diagrams and Schematic Diagrams utilizing CAD hardware and software.
- Train and direct CAD Operators and Designers, as required.
- Review vendor drawings and other documents.
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Requirements
Qualifications
- 10 or more years of design experience in a drafting environment developing One-Line Diagrams, Electrical/Instrument plans, sections and details, schematics diagrams and wiring diagrams.
- Minimum of 5 years of CAD experience, including 3D Design
- Working knowledge of applicable codes and industry standards.
- Latest versions of AutoCAD.
Education
- High school diploma. Associate's degree or certification from technical trade school preferred.
Competencies
· Problem-solving skills
· Results oriented
· Customer focused
· Good oral and written communication skills
Work Environment/Physical Demands
· Working conditions are normal for an office environment.
· Frequent sitting and operating a computer.
· Must be able to use body members to work, move or carry objects or office materials.
· Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally.
· Physical demands requirements are at levels of those for sedentary work.
Gulf is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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