Designer at ArchKey Solutions – Clinton, Maryland

ArchKey Solutions
Position Title: Designer

Location: , Remote, United States
Department: Project Delivery

Category: Design/BIM/VDC

description: Description

DESIGNER
This position is based out of our Fenton, MO office or fully remote.

About ArchKey

ArchKey is one of the nation's largest privately held specialty trade installation and integrated facility service companies. We are a leader in designing, building and maintaining electrical, technologies and specialty systems. We're the POWER behind making the improbable possible.

We're electrifying the nation, energizing the future and bringing communities to life like never before. What we do today shapes the vision of tomorrow. Our work impacts lives long after the building is done. This means we are committed to building in ways that are not just technologically advanced, but sustainable, scalable and equitable by all. We're not just energizing infrastructure, we're energizing careers, communities, and the future.

Made up of the brightest minds in the industry, our team is our greatest asset bringing knowledge, skills, and experience to every project. This is more than a call to join us, it's an invitation to be part of a visionary journey, to grow with us as we scale.

About the position

In Project Planning Designer roles, responsible for providing electrical power, communication, and lighting and lighting control design services, along with supporting project schedules and quality control to achieve safe, high-quality, and efficient project outcomes. Facilitate constructability and prefabrication strategies from project inception to completion, performing 2D/3D drafting using Bluebeam, Revit, and AutoCAD and other Company software, ensuring local energy code compliance, and collaborating closely with design teams. This role involves reviewing shop drawings, developing installation documents, and coordinating with vendors and project managers to optimize project delivery.

In BIM Designer roles, responsible for constructability and building information modeling (BIM) services for Company projects, performing the design of complex systems, and exercising judgement in evaluation and selection of equipment and systems components for major projects, or for several smaller but complex projects within the specific discipline. May also provide engineering design and NEC code. Develops fully constructible 3D models and prepares detailed electrical construction and installation documents as needed to support field electricians with challenging electrical installations and may perform design/build activities and permit set development. This position works closely with project management, design, engineering design and BIM team members and others to develop and facilitate the planning strategies as required for each specific project, in alignment with all Company policies, procedures, key objectives and regulations.

Day in the life

• Performs circuit layouts, electrical power, communication systems and lighting design services, job scheduling, job completion, quality control, problem resolution, coordination, job communication, job tracking and Company client satisfaction activities for assigned projects, to achieve safety, high quality, and efficiency of work.
• Facilitates constructability and prefab strategies on assigned projects from inception through completion, in consultation with the project team. Completes 2D and 3D drafting tasks to support electrical construction initiatives, utilizing Autodesk and other standard Company software.
• Works closely with design teams while applying detailed attention to modeling, clashing and annotating sheets. Gathers and requests specific information from other design disciplines necessary to move forward and complete electrical designs on schedule. Surveys job sites as needed for scope of work and quality to determine compliance with the prepared documents.
• May prepare detailed engineering and construction installation documents, develop conceptual designs, sketches, or value engineering ideas to help prepare estimates. Provides calculations, specifications, estimates, device coordination, proposals and other details required to complete electrical designs on schedule.
• Consults with vendors and reviews project shop drawings for design accuracy and contract requirements. May work with project teams to develop engineered construction installation drawings from contract documents developed by outside firms. Participates in electrical construction-related training.
• Supports and complies with all BIM, modeling, prefab, technologies, and planning standards. Provides recommendations for changes to improve standards and procedures, as necessary. Responds to questions and addresses problems with appropriate resolutions and plan revisions. Stays informed of new electrical and safety codes, materials, technologies, and practices.
• Assists in managing design budgets and forecasting resource needs. May attend BIM coordination meetings and/or multi-discipline design review meetings and make appropriate changes as needed, escalating cost and scheduling issues as needed.
• Designers who support projects in CA are required to comply with Title 24 building energy standards.
  • Develops, designs and reviews drawings for T24 compliance.
  • Evaluates fixtures and lighting systems to comply with Title 24 regulations.
  • Utilizes software and processes for meeting Title 24 requirements.
  • Coordinates and advises project managers on compliance options and solutions.
• Builds effective relationships with customers, foremen, project teams, specialty contractors, vendors, suppliers, user groups and others that reflect and support the Company's core values and meet or exceed the customer's expectations. Teaches and mentors design team members as needed.
• Consistently makes decisions in an attentive and safe manner to ensure the safety and health of self and others.
• Utilizes LEAN concepts or other continuous improvement methodologies to ensure the most efficient operations, processes, and activities.
• Promotes and models the Company mission, vision and values through exercising sound and ethical business practices, championing all elements of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and providing high quality services and programs as they relate to clients, subcontractors, co-workers, suppliers, and the public.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent work experience in electrical engineering, electrical design, or a related field. Bachelor's degree from an accredited bachelor level engineering technology (ABET) program required for engineering track roles.
• Minimum 6-7 years of BIM modeling experience and electrical design experience. Healthcare, heavy industrial and/or data center design experience a plus, or
• Minimum 3 years of experience as an IBEW Inside Wireman Journeyman Electrician, including time served as an apprentice and proven experience in commercial and/or industrial electrical installations. Proficient in using electrical tools and equipment.
• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship program through the Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (JATC) or similar electrician training program.
• Journeyman or Master Electrician License helpful. Professional Engineering (PE) license or the ability to take the PE exam within a year of hire may be required for engineering track roles.
• Experience and proficiency using Revit, Autodesk, Navisworks, Bluebeam and Microsoft Office software. Working knowledge of engineering analysis software may be required.
• Strong understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and local electrical codes.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Considerable experience supporting field electricians and a strong desire to learn more about electrical design and field installation methods of large-scale construction projects, with a commitment to being a dependable team player and growing with the Company.
• Trained and proficient with design techniques, electrical specifications, documentation, scheduling and power, lighting, and systems design work. Skills to read, interpret and understand electrical contracts, plans, drawings, and specifications. Knowledge of the National Electric Code and other building codes as they relate to design.
• Experience and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, assess multiple demands and manage priorities with a high degree of detail and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Strong independent problem-solving, detail-oriented, customer service and time management skills. Demonstrates good judgment in reporting problems.
• Excellent listening, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Strong collaboration and teamwork skills.

Travel

• Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. Occasional travel to job sites is required, sometimes requiring overnight stays.

Benefits

At ArchKey Solutions, our benefits package includes competitive health insurance options (medical, dental, and vision), a robust 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holidays, and access to wellness programs. Additionally, we offer professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and employee assistance programs to support your growth and well-being. We ensure that our benefits are designed to promote the health, security, and work-life balance of our employees. Additional information is available at Archkey.com.

Legal and Fraud Disclaimer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. #MO1-10

Beware of fraudulent job postings. ArchKey Solutions only communicates through official channels. All official communication will come from an @archkey.com email address and we will never ask for financial information, payments, or personal details outside of the standard hiring process. To confirm the legitimacy of a job, visit our careers page or reach out to a member of our Talent Acquisition team.