Associate Designer

Wunderlich-Malec has an Associate Electrical Designer position available in our Winslow, ME office. This position supports delivery of electrical power system solutions through drafting and design support activities. The Associate Designer collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to develop technical skills, contribute to project execution, and support client requirements while working under the guidance of experienced engineers. Success in this role is demonstrated through continuous learning, quality deliverables, and the ability to independently execute assigned design tasks.

The following responsibilities are essential to the satisfactory performance of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made as needed. Non-essential functions are assumed to be included under “other related duties as assigned.”

• Assist in the drafting and design of electrical power systems, ensuring alignment with client requirements
• Support the drafting and design of power distribution, protection and control, or physical substation specializations for industrial, renewable, data center, and utility infrastructure projects
• Support the drafting and design process using industry-standard software tools
• Draft and revise electrical design documents including one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, relay schematics, and control panel layouts

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• Draft and revies power one lines and phasing diagrams, control enclosure layouts, elevations and details, substation yard layouts and elevations, conduit plans and details, grounding plans and details, lighting plans and details, outage plans and construction sequencing plans

• Collaborate with internal teams and external multidisciplinary teams to support project objectives
• Work under the guidance of senior engineers and project managers
• Participate in project meetings and contribute to project planning and execution, when asked
• Support project documentation, reporting, and administrative tasks
• Identify and pursue opportunities for technical and professional growth
• Participate in design reviews and incorporate feedback into project deliverables
• Independently execute small-to-medium tasks from technical design through completion
• Demonstrate adherence to quality standards, project procedures, and engineering best practices

• Willingness to travel up to 10% for on-site meetings, or other site activities, when required
• Comply with safety protocols and client-specific requirements
• Valid driver’s license and international passport (or ability to obtain quickly)

• Associate degree in relevant field preferred
• 0 to 4 years of experience in electrical power systems design
• Entry-level internship or co-op experience in design is a plus

• Demonstrates perseverance in overcoming challenges and achieving goals
• Passion for quality, craftsmanship, innovation, and problem-solving
• Communicates ideas and perspectives clearly while promoting alignment through active listening, collaboration, and constructive feedback
• Actively seeks, accepts, and integrates feedback for continuous improvement
• Applies analytical thinking and problem-solving skills to design challenges
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and environments
• Ability to identify problems or gaps and proactively develop solutions
• Maintains a dependable and results-oriented approach to work
• Working knowledge of electrical power systems, power distribution, protection concepts, and high voltage electrical equipment is a plus
• Collaborates effectively across multidisciplinary teams through open communication, constructive problem solving, and active participation in team objectives

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