Designer
About The Kendall Group
Relay & Power Systems, a division of The Kendall Group, seeks a talented, creative, self-motivated individual for our Designer position. The Kendall Group is comprised of seven divisions with 75+ locations in eleven states. Combined, we serve the Electrical, Automation, Pipe, Valve, and Fittings products, Steam, Lighting, Industrial Controls, and Instrumentation Industries. The Kendall Group is a 100% employee-owned company. Kendall offers a great opportunity for a rewarding career.
Why The Kendall Group?
Our employee ownership model is the core of who we are. You will not only own part of the company, but you will own your future. At Kendall, you'll have opportunities to learn and grow while being coached and mentored along the way. We're that company where people stay! We're proud to say that more than 60% of our associates have more than 5 years of tenure, and more than 40% have greater than 10 years. At Kendall, you will be valued and supported, your ideas will be heard, your voice will matter, and you'll work alongside incredible people who care about your success.
Role Summary:
Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the Designer is a key member of the engineering team. The Designer is responsible for performing electrical design services for projects under the direction of the project Engineer. This includes, but is not limited to, creating design-basis drawings (single line drawings, AC & DC schematics, Bills of Material (BOM) & construction details) and point-to-point wiring drawings associated with protective relaying panels, instrument & control panels and other equipment being installed in electric utility and industrial facilities.
Exciting work you will do:
The essential duties and responsibilities of the Designer will consist of, but are not limited to, the following:
- Design point-to-point wiring drawings associated with protective relaying panels, instrument & control panels and other equipment being installed in electric utility and industrial facilities
- Create design-basis drawings (single line drawings, AC & DC schematics, Bills of Material (BOM) & construction details)
- Generate Customer and project specific wiring and interconnection drawings from vendor drawings
- Generate steel designs and layouts of panels, cabinets, and enclosures and their associated drilling and mounting details
- Provide design & drafting estimates for projects being bid
- Recommend design-related quality improvements and assist in the development and implementation of QA Design Control procedures/work instructions
- Other duties as assigned such as but not limited to:
- Shop support (wiring questions, design review of customer provided drawings, BOM clarifications, etc.)
- Proposal support
Competencies you possess:
- Attention to detail
- Strong analytical skills
- Service Excellence
- Results, Action Oriented
- Accountability and responsibility
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Strategic Thinking
What you'll need:
- Work Experience: 4 years of electrical design experience in electric utility and industrial facilities
- Education: Associate's degree in engineering technology or related field
- Analytics/Computer Skills: 4 years of experience using AutoCAD and/or MicroStation, the ability to read electrical drawings and proficiency with Microsoft Office products (e.g. Word, Excel, etc.).
- Organization Skills: Highly organized and detail-oriented; ability to multi-task and shift priorities as needed; ability to work in fast-paced, continuously evolving environment; time management skills
- Cross-functional skills: Ability to work well cross-functionally; provides excellent internal and external customer service
- Communication Skills: Strong oral and written communication skills; Strong interpersonal skills; strong analytical skills; ability to maintain confidentiality
- Physical, Mental and Visual Skills: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.
- Ability to see, talk and hear
- Ability to sit for 8 hours a day
- Physical Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to temperature conditions and noise levels prevalent in an office environment. Work conditions at customer sites, which may be actively under construction, vary from indoor to outdoor industrial & electric utility facilities that may have high voltage equipment.
- Travel: Limited local travel with some off hours as required
- Driver's License: Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license
- Certifications: Ability to obtain security clearances
Skills we prefer but don't require:
- Analytics/Computer Skills: Certified in AutoCAD and/or MicroStation; Working knowledge of Raster Design software. Bachelor's degree in engineering technology or related field.
The Kendall Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
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The Kendall Group
Apr 01, 2025