HBK is searching for an experienced Designer with industry experience. 

Our firm offers a professional work environment, excellent benefits, competitive salary and growth potential.

The Designer position performs CADD and CADD related activities in AutoCAD, MicroStation and other software platforms. The candidate selected for these positions could be working with different aspects of infrastructure designs including all disciplines of engineering and on the infrastructure of various utility markets.

Designs could include:

• Civil Site development
• Gas & Pipeline installations
• Overhead / Underground Electric and Telecommunications installations

Description:

• Design engineering systems in compliance with relevant specifications, codes, and client requirements for overhead and subsurface utility projects.
  • Use engineering judgment and problem-solving skills to independently address unique and complex electrical, structural, civil, and construction-related challenges with minimal oversight.
  • Coach and mentor entry-level staff.
  • Perform peer reviews of engineering designs under the oversight of professional engineering staff.
  • Own all phases of the design lifecycle from initiation through construction completion and project closeout.
  • Prepare detailed engineering and construction documents using a variety of software tools including AutoCAD, MicroStation, GIS systems, and client-specific enterprise asset management platforms.
  • Analyze information from supplementary data sources including topographical survey, utility atlas information, field sketches, client records, manufacturer equipment datasheets, etc.
  • Develop utility pole loading models using structural software.
  • Generate material and equipment purchase order requests.
  • Prepare reports and studies meeting client requirements that present technical information clearly and concisely.
  • Work with project management and engineering leadership to manage project risk.
  • Communicate complex engineering matters to internal project management, engineering leadership, and field resources.
  • Independently manage time and schedule to achieve project milestones.
  • Perform field walkdowns with internal staff, clients, customers, governance authorities, and construction partners.
  • Travel as needed, up to 100% of the time.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• An ability to work independently and in interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong technology skills and an understanding of the Office365 suite of tools.
• In-depth knowledge of 2D CADD software (AutoCAD or similar) including its use to generate layout drawings or other project materials.
• Review of drawings or engineering materials developed by others.
• Training and mentoring of entry-level staff.
• Understanding of remote communication software.
• Ability to come up to speed quickly on in-process projects and hit the ground running.
• Experience collaborating with a team in order to complete a larger project.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• The persistence to see projects through to completion.
• Adaptable to change in a dynamic team environment.

Education and Experience:

• Associate degree in a related technical field. (Preferred)
• Related technical certificates of achievement in CADD and related software platforms. (Preferred)
• 5+ years of experience.

Background Check and Drug Testing Information
Offers contingent upon satisfactory results from our standard background check and receipt of results of a satisfactory drug screening test from a location specified by HBK.

EEO
HBK is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. 
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