Electrical Process Controls Designer (Entry Level)

Job Description:

This posting is for New Graduate opportunities.

General Summary:

Under the direct supervision of the Process Controls senior staff the Process Controls Designer is responsible for applying electrical analysis design and drafting skills to develop engineering design documents for process controls power and associated low voltage systems. This role involves providing computer-aided design (CAD) support for electrical engineering projects and ensuring coordination with mechanical systems. The Process Controls Designer will collaborate closely with engineers and other stakeholders during the design phase to produce accurate and integrated construction documents. Field measurements document corrections and adherence to applicable codes and standards are key aspects of this position. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to innovative projects while developing technical expertise in electrical design and drafting.

Essential Job Functions:

• Apply engineering knowledge and understanding to design and analyze electrical systems for the installation interconnection and control of electrical mechanical and building system components in compliance with applicable codes.
• Understanding of the NEC and NFPA standards as they apply to the electrical design.
• Create engineering documents using computer aided design (CAD) technology utilizing Autodesk Revit and/or AutoCAD. Provide CAD support to more senior staff.
• Produce construction documents that adhere to company standards and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with the project team to identify address and resolve design and document coordination challenges ensuring the delivery of well-coordinated construction documents.
• Create and maintain a structured project file within Autodesk Forma to centralize essential documentation including calculations schedules correspondence reference materials and other essential documentation supporting the electrical design.
• With assistance update project specifications for the process control system to ensure functionality compliance with codes and alignment with project requirements.
• Review project submittals (shop drawings) for conformance with contract documents; specify action required for conformance.
• Conduct field measurements and site inspections to verify existing conditions ensure compliance with design specifications and gather data for project development.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support project goals and team objectives.

Employment Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering

Experience:

• Prior internship experience in the process controls industry preferred
• Engineer in Training (EIT) License preferred

Skills/Competencies:

• Microsoft Office emphasis on Excel and Word

• Basic knowledge in the use of Building Information Modeling (Building Information Model) software (Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD)
• Strong technical and analytical skills including knowledge of principles relating to circuit theory power systems and electronics as they relate to electrical systems design.

About Us

At Ghafari Associates we dont just design buildingswe help shape the future of the industries we serve. As a global leader in architecture engineering and consulting we partner with clients to deliver forward-thinking solutions that transform how people work manufacture and connect.

Our strength lies in our people. We bring together curious minds technical experts and creative problem-solvers who thrive on collaboration and innovation. Whether supporting major industrial programs or advancing federal and commercial projects our teams are empowered to make a meaningful impactboth for our clients and within our communities.

We are committed to investing in our employees financial physical and emotional well-being as well as their professional growth. Through robust training licensure support internships mentorships and tuition reimbursement we provide the resources our people need to build rewarding careers while making a lasting difference in the communities we are proud to call home.

Ghafari Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race color religion sex (including pregnancy sexual orientation and gender identity) national origin age disability genetic information veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws. As a federal contractor Ghafari Associates maintains affirmative action programs for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in accordance with applicable laws.

Pay Transparency

Ghafari Associates will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information.

Accommodation

Ghafari Associates is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. If you need an accommodation due to a disability to use our online system to apply for a position you may also apply for positions in the following ways:

• By fax at: 313.436.8624 Attn: Human Resources
• By mail at: 17101 Michigan Ave. Dearborn MI 48126 Attn: Human Resources
• In person at: 17101 Michigan Ave. Dearborn MI 48126
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If there are any questions about the accommodations offered above please contact 313.441.3000 for assistance.