Design Specialist

POWER YOUR GREATNESS PacifiCorp is seeking customer-centric candidates to grow and sustain our commitment to a culture of customer service excellence, environmental sustainability and diversity, equity and inclusion.  General Purpose Provides expertise in a specialized field. Acts as a resource to generalist personnel to investigate and resolve problem situations or complex issues. Researches, analyzes, develops and implements new programs, systems and/or processes in response to changing internal and external conditions. Develops and maintains operational and procedural documentation. This position is available at multiple levels.  Applicants will be considered for the level that best matches their education and experience.  Responsibilities Perform drafting utilizing established engineering guidelines and standards. Draft construction drawings from engineering sketches, field mark-ups, and other information utilizing manual or automated methods. Select and apply drawing techniques and layouts in accordance with established procedures and standards. Prepare preliminary drawings for engineering approval. Develop bill of materials from engineering drawings. Responsibilities of a Design Specialist also include the following Draft plans, elevations and details for structures, installations, and other projects. Draw maps, diagrams, and profiles. Produce drawings using computer-assisted drafting systems (CAD). Prepare construction drawings utilizing established engineering guidelines, specifications, and standards. Prepare wiring diagrams, equipment layouts, and panel designs. Prepare the physical layouts, including general plans and elevations, grounding plans, cable and conduit plans, and construction specifications. Responsibilities of a Sr. Design Specialist also include the following Design facilities utilizing established engineering guidelines and specifications. Oversee the development of construction drawings from engineering sketches and other information including delineation, instruction, and references, controls, limitations, and identification information utilizing manual or automated methods. Develop complex tests or experiences, analyze results, and redesign or modify plans. Design and support complex drawings.   Guide and direct less experienced designers and monitor support personnel.  Modify drawing archives.   Develop three-dimensional models, foundation plans, details, and construction specifications. Act as a liaison between system users, field personnel and contract firms to define, prepare, prioritize and validate accuracy of data change requests. Requirements High School Diploma or equivalent; or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Basic knowledge of engineering principles as well as basic knowledge of electrical substations, generating facilities, and protection and control schemes. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. …