Jr. Designer

Columbia, MD 20588

Employment Type: Contract to Perm Job Category: Civil Engineering Job Number: CG5063761114 Compensation: $29-40 / hour

Job Description

Title:  Jr. Designer 
Hire Type: Contract to Hire
Location:  Columbia, MD 

Overview:
Sterling has helped build careers for thousands of professionals like yourself. Our expert recruiters support you at every step in the process and as a Best of Staffing company, Sterling provides exciting work with exceptional employers across the U.S.
 
As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.
 
Job Summary: Multidisciplinary consulting firm who approaches engineering challenges from a wider spectrum of angles than most, from land development to energy management.
 
Job Duties:
  • Utilize MicroStation and proprietary software, including GIS and Pole Foreman, to assemble design packages for client submission.
  • Focus mainly on the Green Power Connection projects for the Utility.
  • Receive approved engineering packages to design and finalize for internal quality assurance and quality control.

 Qualifications:
  • The candidate will be tasked with designing both overhead and underground extensions within the current electrical distribution system.
  • The candidate must have a solid understanding of overhead distribution design, including tension and deflection angles.
  • The candidate will need to read and interpret engineered diagrams for pole framing and other overhead and underground equipment to identify various requirements and clearances.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Meet Your Recruiter

Andrea Edwards

Andrea Edwards is a committed Technical Recruiter specializing in the Utilities Division at Sterling. With 2 years of impactful service in the recruitment field, Andrea's passion lies in guiding individuals to discover their forever careers, whether they are embarking on their professional journey or are seasoned senior-level professionals.

In her role as a Technical Recruiter, Andrea brings a deep understanding of the Utilities Division to her work, allowing her to expertly connect candidates with roles that align with their career goals and aspirations. Her commitment to understanding each candidate's unique path positions her as a trusted partner in their professional endeavors.

What Andrea enjoys most about her work is the opportunity to have meaningful conversations with people, whether they are just starting in their careers or are senior-level professionals. She derives immense satisfaction from helping individuals find roles that resonate with their goals and lead them toward their forever careers.

Andrea's advice to job seekers is rooted in authenticity and confidence. She understands that interviews can be daunting but encourages candidates to be themselves and show confidence. Andrea firmly believes that authenticity and self-assuredness can leave a lasting impression and play a pivotal role in securing opportunities.

As one of the most respected names in engineering staffing, Sterling has hundreds of opportunities with top employers. If you’ve got a friend or colleague seeking their next move in engineering, we could have their next opportunity. We offer a referral bonus for every referral that we place. Submit referral now. 

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