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Category:  Other
Job Type:  Permanent
Country:  United States
State/Province:  Texas
City:  Amarillo
Job Description
Xcel Energy is looking for a Civil/Structural Designer I to work with engineering design in the Generation business area located in Amarillo, TX. The successful candidate must be familiar with basic & common civil & structural design practices. In addition, this role will perform site walk-downs including system/equipment verifications.
Summary
Under guidance from project engineering, architectural, or technical services staff, assist in the planning, design and development of construction drawings for various projects. Provide field support including field verifications for retrofit applications, as-built documentation, on-site procurement, and installation supervision. Provide direction to drafters as required to complete design assignments and review work for accuracy and completeness.

Essential Responsibilities
  • Develop a complete set of construction drawings.
  • Exercise independent judgment by utilizing the correct design criteria based on knowledge from vendor data and project scope.
  • Check drawings for accuracy including dimensions, spelling, drafting standards, and completeness.
  • Review manufacturer's drawings and other discipline drawings and any existing plan drawings for physical interferences.
  • Communicate with the project engineer and other disciplines to resolve any design problems with the manufacturer's drawings or interferences.
  • Advise, assist, and occasionally directs drafting personnel of a lesser grade in performance of their assigned duties.
  • Assure the company quality assurance procedures are followed in completion of assigned tasks.
Xcel Energy has become a leader in the energy industry by demonstrating excellence in environmental performance. Our environmental commitment includes improving air quality, conserving resources, harnessing renewable energy, and protecting wildlife and habitats.
Xcel Energy's vitality comes from our people. It takes professionals in engineering, customer service, linemen, marketing and sales professionals, energy traders, mechanics, finance and accounting professionals and many others to power our company. We offer competitive compensation and benefit programs that include a range of options and coverage levels.

Required
Associate degree in drafting/design/engineering technology or equivalent job related experience (2 years job related experience equivalent to 1 year college).

Must have 6 years experience in engineering drafting and design practices, in addition to educational requirements.

Demonstrate the ability to effectively utilize various computerized design/drafting software applications according to project requirements.

Knowledge of AutoCAD and MicroStation is essential.

Demonstrate the ability to produce complex engineering drawings in a 2-D or a 3-D environment.

Basic knowledge of IBM PC's including Windows operating system.

Thorough working knowledge of Windows based e-mail and other software applications such as word processors, databases, and spreadsheets.

Valid drivers license.

May require travel to plant/job sites.

May require overtime hours.

Preferred

Ability to gather project development information in the field using conventional survey instruments, and a working knowledge of GPS surveying is desirable.

Working skill in MicroStation GeoPak and/or AutoCad Civil 3D is desirable.


Post Date:  11/24/2011
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