Posting Title: CAD Designer II
Reports To: Supervising Electrical Engineer
Location: San Jose, California
Salary Range: $44.23/hr to $55.29/hr
Final determination of a successful candidate's starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education and experience. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets.
WHO WE ARE
For more than 70 years, Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) has been powered by people who've built a reputation for delivering high-profile, complex projects. Real, tangible things that alter the landscape and improve lives. But even more than that, we've built a reputation for integrity. We're problem solvers and innovation seekers. We're team players and safety fanatics. And we always-always-do the right thing. Even when no one is looking. Because what we do here is important, but how we do it is everything.
THE ENGINEERING TEAM
With an in-house team of electrical engineers, designers, VDC coordinators and CAD operators, our resources rival those of standalone engineering firms. We are a true provider of turnkey electrical solutions-from design to delivery. As a part of this department, you can expect to work closely with our project management and field installation teams to streamline the construction process.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Engineer Level 2: This professional level performs routine engineering work requiring application of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria in carrying out engineering tasks. Limited judgment on details of work and in making preliminary selections or adaptations of engineering alternatives. Assignments may include work that is typical of a higher level. Supervisor screens assignments, selects techniques and procedures. Receives close supervision. Includes responsibilities and tasks outlined in Engineer Levels.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
May provide direction of administrative personnel or CAD/VDC production team.
Essential Job Functions:
Perform CAD/VDC support - drafting/modeling, plotting, plotter maintenance, Record documents.
Perform design tasks assigned by Designers or Engineers
Markup of the electrical power and lighting systems/ preparation of drawings
Assemble design drawings and documents and provide or coordinate delivery
Perform fundamental engineering calculations, independent with panel schedule
Other Functions:
Perform Simple short circuit, voltage drop, load and demand calculations
Maintain timely response to design correspondence
Maintain professional and technical development goals to acquire electrical and 3D modeling certifications.
Position is generally performed in an office environment - onsite trailer work may be required
Visit project site to audit and survey existing electrical systems
Other Responsibilities:
Develop understanding of the Engineering department's design and CAD/VDC workflows
Develop understanding of CEI's business inter-department functions
Develop proficient use of AutoCAD - MEP/REVIT, CAD and file management
Develop proficient understanding of fundamental power & lighting systems
Develop understanding of the various State and National CODES governing our work
Provide Conformance to the Standards and processes outlined by the CAD/VDC Manager
Support team and department objectives for individual and department development
ABOUT YOU
Basic Microsoft Office applications
Good time management, communication and people skills
AutoCAD - MEP/REVIT (desired)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.
Education: Electrical Engineering or similar Bachelor of Science degree or appropriate work experience
Experience: 2-4 years designing for an electrical design firm or design build electrical contractor
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CEI is a place where every single person can-and does-have an impact on the work we do and the communities we serve. Here, you can build your own story and grow to your full potential. You can collaborate and celebrate with amazing people. And you'll go home every day knowing you helped contribute to important work that shapes people's lives. Our commercial, data center and energy projects may be complex, but our approach is simple. We build great things and we do it with great people.
The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department, program or project needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
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Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
