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Senior Electrical Designer

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Dow

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Houston
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AI generated summary

  • You need a high school diploma, 8+ years' electrical design experience in industrial settings, knowledge of codes, 3D modeling skills, and strong leadership abilities.
  • You will design and coordinate electrical systems, create detailed CAD drawings, perform sizing calculations, and develop documentation for power distribution and lighting projects.

Requirements

  • A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED/equivalent.
  • A minimum 8 years of relevant experience (e.g. electrical design in the area of heavy industrial, petrochemical, refinery, or utility power systems)
  • Working knowledge of industry codes and standards (NFPA, ANSI, NEC).
  • Willingness to travel up to 10% annually domestically and/or internationally.
  • A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process.
  • Willing and able to meet physical demands of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations:
  • Must be able to do fieldwork in an operating chemical plant, which includes taking field measurements and climbing stairs and ladders.
  • Work in a petrochemical environment where hard hat, fire retardant clothing, hearing protection, and eye protection will be required for field work.
  • An associate degree or higher in Electrical Engineering Technology.
  • MS Office Applications (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).
  • 10+ years of electrical design experience in power on capital projects.
  • Electrical equipment sizing and selection experience.
  • Ability to develop designs in 3D modeling software.
  • Ability to develop designs in CAE tools (Microstation, AutoCAD, etc).
  • Strong initiative and team leadership capabilities.
  • Strong interpersonal relationship and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

  • Aid in the development of scopes, estimates, schedules, design strategies and required resources on projects.
  • Design electrical systems that are safe, reliable, economical, constructible, and maintainable in accordance with Dow standards.
  • Coordinate the activities of other designers to accomplish electrical design of projects.
  • Exchanges technical information with peers, other engineering disciplines, and suppliers.
  • Uses CAE/CAD tools to create complex detailed design drawings and documentation used for construction bid packages and for inquiring/ordering electrical equipment.
  • Independently performs electrical design functions in the following areas: Grounding, Lighting, Communications, Power distribution, Schematic development, Sizing Calculations, Electrical layouts.
  • Understands, develops, and uses many different types of power distribution engineering documentation, such as P&IDs, One line Diagrams, Three line diagrams, and Schematics.
  • Applies knowledge and understanding of electrical distribution equipment to new and retrofit installations.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Senior Electrical Designer.

Where is this position located?

This position is located at the Houston Dow Center in Texas.

What type of projects will I be working on?

You will be providing expertise for the design of capital projects valued at $10MM or greater in the electrical engineering discipline.

Is prior experience required for this role?

Yes, a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in electrical design is required.

What educational qualifications are needed for this position?

A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED/equivalent is required; an associate degree or higher in Electrical Engineering Technology is preferred.

Will I need to travel for this job?

Yes, there may be a willingness to travel up to 10% annually domestically and/or internationally.

What physical demands should I be prepared to meet?

You must be able to do fieldwork in an operating chemical plant, which includes taking field measurements and climbing stairs and ladders.

What tools or software will I need to use?

You will use CAE/CAD tools to create detailed design drawings and documentation, as well as 3D modeling software.

Are there any specific industry codes and standards I need to be familiar with?

Yes, a working knowledge of industry codes and standards such as NFPA, ANSI, and NEC is required.

Does Dow offer relocation assistance for this position?

No, this position does not offer relocation assistance.

What benefits does Dow provide to its employees?

Dow invests in total rewards programs including competitive pay, benefits for physical and mental well-being, retirement programs, opportunities for learning and growth, and paid time off policies.

Is there a focus on diversity and inclusion at Dow?

Yes, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment and encourages a diverse workforce.

Do I need to have electrical equipment sizing and selection experience?

Yes, electrical equipment sizing and selection experience is preferred for this role.

What are some of the responsibilities of a Senior Electrical Designer at Dow?

Responsibilities include aiding in project scope development, designing electrical systems, coordinating design activities, using CAE/CAD tools, and performing various electrical design functions.

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Our ambition is to become the most innovative, customer centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world. We combine global breadth; asset integration and scale; focused innovation and materials science expertise; leading business positions; and environmental, social and governance leadership to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. Dow's portfolio of plastics, industrial intermediates, coatings and silicones businesses delivers a broad range of differentiated, science-based products and solutions for its customers in high-growth market segments, such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. We operate manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employ approximately 37,800 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $57 billion in 2022.