Designer III
Reno, NV 
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Posted 26 days ago
Job Description

Westinghouse is seeking a Designer III for a 12+ month project supporting our nuclear client in Richmond, VA.

High Level Project Overview:
* Design, Draft and Review manual and electronic detailed structural or civil engineering drawings, such as structural steel or reinforced concrete drawings (plan, elevation, sections, details), site plans and grading plans (plan, elevation, cross sections, details), demolition drawings, layout drawings, and complex civil/structural shop and construction drawings. This position acts as a technical expert for civil/structural detailing and drafting and may coordinate and direct the work of other lower level designers as applicable. Will require construction site visits. Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

Duties and Responsibilities:
* Civil/structural design support for multiple client Power Generation generating stations
* Preparation and review of civil/structural drawings in support of various power station engineering projects
* Preparation and review of civil/structural drawing standards for Power Generation Engineering department
* Develop topographical and plan and profile drawings from surveying notes/data
* Perform site investigations as required
* Provide construction support as required
* Review and comment on 3rd party Vendor, Architect, and Engineer drawing submittals
* Maintain & Update civil/structural drawing record

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
* Bentley MicroStation CAD software experience
* AutoCAD CAD software experience
* Thorough knowledge of civil/structural engineering, design, & construction principles
* Knowledge of applicable regulations, related codes, and standards
* Knowledge of survey equipment operation and general survey principles and techniques.
* Knowledge and familiarity with various software packages associated with surveying.
* Thorough knowledge of American Concrete Institute's ACI Detailing Manual and American Institute of Steel Construction's Detailing for Steel Construction
* Ability to plan, organize, and schedule work independently; to size, layout and detail structural steel and reinforced concrete components; to complete drawings for large and/or complex systems; and to research and implement new applications within the cleint CADD system
* Strong MicroStation skills
* Strong Microsoft Office skills including but not limited to: Office, Word, Excel, Etc.
* Strong math skills including geometry and trigonometry required to perform calculations as required
* Excellent communication skills
* Well-developed and effective interpersonal skills
* Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks
* Ability to be on-time and present in (office environment)
* Ability to be on-time and self-motivated in (remote environment)
* Proficiency in ProjectWise drawing file management system (preferred)

Preferred Years of Experience:
* 5+ years of civil/structural design

Education:
* Associates Degree Preferred (demonstrated related knowledge, skills, experience may be substituted for preferred education)

WECTEC Staffing Services provides customer-focused solutions with offerings ranging from high-volume and low-cost to specialized niche solutions, never compromising on delivering best-in-class customer service to both our clients and our employees each day.

WECTEC Staffing Services offers competitive pay to all of our employees. Additionally, most positions qualify for benefits including the following:

  • Competitive Pay
  • Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
  • 401(k) Savings Plan
  • Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

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Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority / Female / Disability / Vet

As an equal opportunity employer, Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnams Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact Westinghouse for assistance.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Experience
5+ years
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