Graduate Electrical Designer

Here at Mott MacDonald, we are experts in engineering, management, and development services supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. One of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves in our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through the connected thinking of our 20,000+ talented consultants. Sustainability and innovation are at the heart of all of our sectors which, in North America include Advisory, Built Environment, Energy, Transportation, and Water.

Mott MacDonald is positioned for continued expansion and career opportunities across North America and around the world, and we are excited to announce a new direction for our operations in the United States.  As part of our growing business, we are interested in hearing from enthusiastic and talented individuals who enjoy problem solving and who will contribute to our purpose.  You will join a team of seasoned professionals who are looking to develop Mott MacDonald’s presence in the US and beyond.

From the moment you join us, you will be immersed in a team of exceptional engineering consultants, project managers, and specialists who relentlessly focus on excellence and digital innovation and are ready to support you in your career. Alongside the team, you will be assigned to a variety of projects in your chosen area of interest, working to deliver sustainable outcomes for our clients and the communities they serve.

Job Description:
Electrical designer III for natural gas pipeline and facilities projects supporting the senior designers and engineers. 
 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Review and understand codes and specifications related to design requirements
•  Work collaboratively with others (Project Managers, Engineers, and Designers) in a team environment to resolve design/drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives 
• Design electrical, instrumentation and control systems for Oil and Gas Facilities. This includes Hazard Area Class Plans, Grounding Plans, Conduit and Cable Tray Plans, details, and schedules 
• Perform lighting and voltage drop calculations 
• Mentor less experienced designers 
• Willing to learn new skills to improve design capabilities and Mott MacDonald standards 

Candidate Specification:
We invite applications from candidates with the following experience: 

• Associates degree Drafting and Design, Associates degree in Electrical Technology Design or related education Additional degrees is a plus 
• Design experience in creating electrical drawings including cable tray, underground conduit, power panel feeder design. Ability to create single line diagrams
• Ability to perform simple electrical calculations including voltage drop, conduit fill, conductor de-ratings, load summaries 
• Design experience or willingness to learn how to read P&IDs a plus 
• Design experience or willingness to learn controls or instrumentation design a plus 
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook) 
• An advanced understanding of the latest version of AutoCAD and/or CADWorx. 
• Design experience or willingness to learn Navisworks a plus 
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills 
• Strong written, verbal and organizational skills 
• Requires a high degree of initiative and self-motivation 
• Ability to work flexible hours, occasionally more than 8 am to 5 pm schedule 
• Ability to plan, layout and complete drawings without supervision, and the ability to work well under stress and time pressures
• Create and modify drawings using nationally recognized standards, client supplied specifications, and Mott MacDonald drafting standards
• This position is located in Lexington, KY. You must be able to reliably commute to our office in this location, per our hybrid working policy.

Our teams are comprised of bright and enthusiastic people who wish to make a difference to the world that we live in. If you share that vision and don’t have all the experience outlined in this posting, we still want to hear from you!

Let’s discuss how we can help you take the next step in your career and how you can participate in an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America.

Equal opportunity is the law. 

We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status.

Hybrid working policy

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust.

More about Mott MacDonald

We’re a global engineering, management and development consultancy.

Our purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything we do, relentlessly focusing on excellence and digital innovation, transforming our clients’ businesses, our communities and employee opportunities.

A fundamental part of this is respecting each person’s differences and striving to meet their needs.

Our values: progress, respect, integrity, drive, excellence