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DASHIELL CORPORATION

Dashiell is a leading national provider of technical services to the electric utility, power generation, industrial, renewable and energy industries. These services include planning and systems studies, design and engineering, maintenance and testing, program management, construction, and turnkey EPC projects. Built on 50 years of experience handling large scale complex projects; Dashiell is unique in that we are a turnkey Engineering, Construction, and Testing company that specializes in medium and high voltage electrical infrastructure. More information about Dashiell can be found at www.dashiell.com.
 
Job Title: Civil Designer
 
Job Location: 720 E Butterfield Rd STE 200, Lombard, IL 60148
 
Primary Function: 
The Civil Designer will perform routine design assignments, which require knowledge and skill in basic design techniques and procedures, under close supervision. Drafting will comprise a large portion of job responsibility. Thorough knowledge of CAD will be required.
 
Duties & Responsibilities
 
Employee may be called upon to perform any or all of the following functions:
 
<ul>
<li>Produce new drawings from examples of previous projects and/or standards with some supervision</li>
<li>Research information in catalogs, specifications, corporate standards, or other reference material</li>
<li>Calculate structure heights and weights, concrete volumes, equipment fit-up, or other basic tasks</li>
<li>Learn and properly use the document management system</li>
<li>Learn and apply corporate standard engineering practices</li>
<li>Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of his/her work</li>
<li>Bring potential project-related problems and possible solutions to the attention of the responsible party</li>
<li>Travel out of town for short periods of time as required by projects and assignments</li>
<li>Other duties as required</li>
</ul>
Minimum Qualifications / Experience
 
Associates degree in drafting & Design is required. Extensive experience in drafting disciplines with a background in civil / structural or transmission design is strongly preferred. Experience with AutoCAD 2010 or newer is required. Experience with Microstation or PLS-CADD is a plus.
 
Possess skills in the following areas: 
<ul>
<li>Civil drafting experience for structural substation and transmission line projects is preferred</li>
<li>Word processing, spread sheet, and e-mail software</li>
<li>Mathematics, including algebra and basic trigonometry</li>
<li>Extensive knowledge of various CADD programs</li>
<li>Basic knowledge of the major components of a substation</li>
<li>Basic oral and written communications</li>
<li>Basic knowledge of the types of drawings required to construct an electrical substation</li>
<li>Working in a team environment</li>
<li>Communicating effectively with co-workers</li>
</ul>
Equal Employment Opportunity
 
Dashiell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.
 
Dashiell Corporation provides a competitive compensation and benefits package. The Company provides life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, long term disability insurance, and an employee assistance plan at no cost to the employee. Benefit offerings also include a choice of traditional PPO or one of two HDHPs, with corresponding FSA or HSA, dental, vision, supplemental life insurance, short-term disability insurance, critical illness insurance, group accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, a 401(k) with immediate vesting, and more!
 
Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without visa sponsorship. No third-party recruiters, please.

Civil Designer

Sargent & Lundy

<div>Description:

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement. You'll spend three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days. 
This position will offer you the opportunity to work with multi-disciplined engineering and design project teams to use your creativity and innovation to develop 3D models of civil grading and structures to produce civil drawing deliverables within CAD software.<ul><li>
As a member of the Civil Design team, this position will offer you the opportunity to work with multi-disciplined engineering and design project teams in developing civil layout drawings in a 3-D model.</li><li>
Challenging assignments that include all phases of civil grading design, including roads, ditches, drainage ponds, finish surfacing plans, and permanent fencing plans, as well as investigating, trouble-shooting, and solving a wide variety of civil design issues.</li><li>
Independently and as a member of a design team, interpret and coordinate topographical date to plan and execute civil design deliverables.</li><li>
Participate in the coordination of detailed design phases for all aspects of an integrated 2D/3D civil design model, which may include the following:<ul><li>
Underground piping (stormwater drainage, oily water drainage, sanitary drainage, chemical drainage)</li><li>
Building entryways (ramps, stairways)</li><li>
Erosion control plans (erosion control fencing)</li><li>
Traffic control plans (traffic signs, roadway markers/lines)</li><li>
Waterway barge unloading</li><li>
Switchyard grading and drainage
</li></ul></li><li>Provide support to other designers and project team members throughout all engineering and design business units in order to ensure a complete and timely design.</li></ul>
Qualifications:

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.<div> 
Education and Experience:</div><ul><li>
Associates Degree in Computer Aided Design Technology preferred.</li><li>
CAD certificate required in non-degreed.</li><li>
Previous relevant experience considered.</li></ul><div>
Essential skills:</div> 
<ul><li>
Three or more years of detailed design experience in the development of civil design drawings.</li><li>
Proficiency with design software tools in executing 3D plant layout models.</li><li>
Experience in the review of civil layout drawings for all phases of grading, regrading, and final grading.</li><li>
Ability to interface with engineering and design teams of other disciplines in the power plant design process.
 </li></ul><div>CAD Software skills valued but not required:</div><ul><li>
Bentley Microstation</li><li>
Autodesk AutoCAD</li><li>
Autodesk Civil 3D</li><li>
Autodesk Navisworks</li><li>
ArcGIS/Globalmapper</li></ul>
Award-Winning Benefits:

At Sargent &amp; Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.<div><div><div> 
Health &amp; Wellness</div><div> Financial Benefits</div><div> Work-Life Balance</div></div> 
<div><ul><li>
Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision</li><li>
Life &amp; Accident Insurance</li><li>
Disability Coverage</li><li>
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</li><li>
Back-Up Daycare</li><li>
FSA &amp; HSA</li></ul><ul><li>
401(k)</li><li>
Pre-Tax Commuter Account</li><li>
Merit Scholarship Program</li><li>
Employee Discount Program</li><li>
Corporate Charitable Giving Program</li><li>
Tuition Assistance</li><li>
First Professional Licensure Bonus</li><li>
Employee Referral Bonus</li></ul><ul><li>
Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)</li><li>
Paid Vacation</li><li>
Paid Holidays</li><li>
Paid Parental Leave</li><li>
Paid Bereavement Leave</li><li>
Flexible Work Arrangements</li></ul></div> 
</div>
Compensation Range: $54,420.00 - $78,410.00 Transparency Statement: Sargent &amp; Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus. About This Business Unit:
<div>
The Energy &amp; Industrial Group (EIG) specializes in delivering advanced engineering solutions across various sectors, including power generation, environmental compliance, oil &amp; gas, and industrial projects, from new plant design to plant betterment and upgrade services for operating facilities. We have designed nearly 900 conventional power plants, yielding over 100,000 megawatts (MW) of generation capacity. Our expertise includes numerous recent and ongoing combined cycle projects that leverage the latest advanced machinery, including combustion turbines, steam turbines, and heat recovery steam generators from all leading suppliers. EIG is recognized for its commitment to decarbonization through innovative technologies in renewable energy, carbon capture, and hydrogen power. We excel in detailed engineering services for photovoltaic (PV) solar projects and energy storage integration, and lead the industry in carbon capture technologies, managing projects from conceptual studies, pilot demonstrations and through commercial scale implementation for utilities and industrial plants.</div>
Awards &amp; Recognition:
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Equal Opportunity:
<div>
Sargent &amp; Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.</div></div>

Civil Designer 1 -- Energy & Industrial

Dashiell is a leading national provider of technical services to the electric utility, power generation, industrial, renewable and energy industries. These services include planning and systems studies, design and engineering, maintenance and testing, program management, construction, and turnkey EPC projects. Built on 50 years of experience handling large scale complex projects; Dashiell is unique in that we are a turnkey Engineering, Construction, and Testing company that specializes in medium and high voltage electrical infrastructure. More information about Dashiell can be found at www.dashiell.com.
 
Position Title: Substation Designer - Physical
 
Location: 720 East Butterfield Road STE 200, Lombard, IL 60148
 
Primary Function: 
As a member of a project team, the Physical Substation Designer performs routine design assignments, which require knowledge and skill in basic deign techniques and procedures, under limited supervision. Knowledge of physical substation layout and electrical or civil fundaments is required. Successful candidates may be placed in a Designer I, II or III title depending on skill and experience level.
 
Duties & Responsibilities
 
Employee may be called upon to perform any or all of the following functions:
 
<ul>
<li>Produce new drawings from examples of previous project and/or standards.</li>
<li>Produce High Voltage substation layouts & elevation drawings from a one-line electrical drawing.</li>
<li>Produce conduit & Grounding drawings.</li>
<li>Calculate cable lengths, conduit fill, or other basic tasks.</li>
<li>Create Substation Bill of Materials, including manufacturer part numbers, quantities, footage, etc.</li>
<li>Complete work in pre-defined times to meet proposal and project schedules.</li>
<li>Oversee project-specific activities of drafters and more junior designers.</li>
<li>Research information in catalogs, specifications, corporate standards, or other reference material</li>
<li>May be called upon to calculate ground grid requirements to IEEE standards using task-specific software.</li>
<li>May be called upon to calculate structure heights and weights, concrete volumes, equipment fit-up, or other basic tasks.</li>
<li>Must be able to work extensive overtime at certain times.</li>
<li>Learn and use task-specific software, including the document management system.</li>
<li>Learn and apply corporate standard engineering practices.</li>
<li>Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of his/her work.</li>
<li>Bring potential project-related problems and possible solutions to the attention of the responsible party.</li>
<li>Travel out of town for short periods of time as required by projects and assignments.</li>
<li>Other duties as required.</li>
</ul>
Minimum Qualifications / Experience
 
A minimum of five years experience in physical substation design, or related experience, is required. An Associate's degree in drafting & design is preferred. Successful candidates with more than five years of experience may be placed in more senior level designer titles depending on skill.
 
<ul>
<li>Strong knowledge of the major components of substations and the types of drawings required to construct an electrical substation.</li>
<li>Strong knowledge and proven experience creating the bill of materials as it relates to a substation.</li>
<li>Strong knowledge physical substation layout, elevations, grounding, foundations, and conduit</li>
<li>Ability to produce steel drawings is a plus.</li>
<li>General knowledge of control circuits and ground grid theory & design</li>
<li>Extensive knowledge of CADD programs such as AutoCAD</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of civil/structural codes and standards (NESC, and applicable IEEE, ANSI, AISC, and ACI) is a plus.</li>
<li>Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft office products including Word, Excel, and Outlook</li>
<li>Mathematics, including algebra and basic trigonometry.</li>
<li>Demonstrated oral and written communication skills to effectively convey information to team members, management, and clients when necessary.</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.</li>
</ul>
Physical Requirements: 
<ul>
<li>This position requires minimal physical effort.</li>
<li>Must be able to endure prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer for a minimum of 8 hours a day</li>
<li>While performing the duties of this job, the employee will primarily work indoors, with occasional outdoor exposure to year around weather conditions and noise.</li>
<li>Must be able and willing to travel overnight for trainings and/or meetings as required (10%)</li>
<li>Working extended hours, including weekends, may be required periodically.</li>
<li>May occasionally lift up to 25 pounds at a time.</li>
<li>Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions as defined per Company policy.</li>
</ul>
Equal Employment Opportunity
 
Dashiell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.
 
Dashiell Corporation provides a competitive compensation and benefits package. The Company provides life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, long term disability insurance, and an employee assistance plan at no cost to the employee. Benefit offerings also include a choice of traditional PPO or one of two HDHPs, with corresponding FSA or HSA, dental, vision, supplemental life insurance, short-term disability insurance, critical illness insurance, group accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, a 401(k) with immediate vesting, and more!
 
Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without visa sponsorship. No third-party recruiters, please.

Physical Designer

Electrical Designer

<div>H&amp;H is offering an exciting opportunity for a Structural Designer to join our team in our Chicago, Illinois Office, focusing on movable bridge design and inspection. We are looking for someone who enjoys technical challenges and shares a passion for engineering.
With over 138 years of experience, H&amp;H is a trusted full-service infrastructure engineering firm with a focus on fixed and movable bridge design. Our clients, including infrastructure owners, contractors, and colleagues, rely on us for intricate and innovative engineering solutions. They trust our time-tested ability to manage the entire life cycle of a project, from the study and planning phase through to design and construction. With over 600 talented employees located across 30 offices nationwide, H&amp;H can efficiently and effectively handle assignments of all sizes, types, and delivery methods around the country and across the globe.
Responsibilities<ul><li>
Create structure drawings using CAD software</li></ul><ul>
<li>Perform structural design calculations (beam design, reinforced concrete and steel structure design and analysis), sketches, computer modeling, and similar technical work as required</li>
<li>Develop contract plans, special provisions, and engineer&rsquo;s estimates</li>
<li>Assist with field inspections and condition assessments of bridges and other structures</li>
<li>Research design options and codes and discuss with the project manager</li>
</ul>
Requirements<ul>
<li>
Bachelor's degree required, Master's optional, in Civil or Structural Engineering</li>
<li>Zero to four years of relevant experience</li>
<li>EIT certification
</li><li>Ability to obtain PE within 4 years</li>
<li>Interest in inspection, design, and construction of bridges
</li><li>Experience with analytical software such as SAP, CSI Bridge, LARSA 4D, etc.</li>
<li>Experience with CAD software such as MicroStation or AutoCAD</li>
</ul>
A highly motivated and responsible individual with a strong work ethic
Benefits
We offer a professional work environment, competitive salary, benefits package, and 401(k).
EOE M/F/ DISABILITY/VETS</div>

Structural Designer

Chicago Wilderness

Job Summary We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Architectural Designer to design the interior and exterior of a hair salon.Need to hire ASAPDuties<ul><li>Develop conceptual designs and detailed architectural drawings using software such as AutoCAD, Revit, ArchiCAD, MicroStation, and Rhinoceros 3D.</li><li>Create precise schematics, construction documents, and presentation materials that communicate design intent clearly and effectively.</li><li>Utilize 3D modeling tools like SketchUp, Grasshopper 3D, and 3ds Max to visualize ideas and produce realistic renderings for client presentations.</li><li>Conduct drafting and system design tasks for both interior and exterior architectural features, ensuring compliance with building codes and standards.</li><li>Prepare detailed construction drawings and specifications that facilitate seamless project execution on-site.</li><li>Ensure all work aligns with sustainability principles and innovative design practices to deliver environmentally responsible solutions.</li></ul>Experience<ul><li>Proven experience as an Architectural Designer.</li><li>Extensive proficiency with CAD software including AutoCAD, Revit, ArchiCAD, MicroStation, SolidWorks, and Rhinoceros 3D.</li><li>Strong skills in 3D visualization tools such as SketchUp, Grasshopper 3D, 3ds Max or similar platforms for creating compelling visual presentations.</li><li>Demonstrated ability in drafting detailed schematics, construction documents, system layouts, and interior design plans.</li><li>Experience with graphic design principles applicable to architectural presentations and branding materials.</li><li>Knowledge of construction processes, building codes, zoning regulations, and sustainable design practices.</li><li>Familiarity with technical aspects such as mechanical system integration and interior spatial planning is highly desirable.</li><li>Ability to communicate ideas clearly through sketches, technical drawings, 2D animations or digital presentations.</li></ul>Job Type: ContractPay: $250.00 per dayWork Location: In person

Architectural Designer

Panacea Direct Inc

Position &ndash; Interaction DesignerLocation &ndash; Chicago, ILDuration &ndash; ContractMandatory skills<ul><li>A minimum of 3 years of professional experience in product or service design</li><li>UX/UI Design Portfolio is a must. Desired Characteristics Design Expertise</li><li>This role requires a solid understanding of human centred design thinking in an agile environment. Essential Responsibilities</li><li>Demonstrate a strong understanding of Agile / Lean UX methodologies, and utilise the latest UX methods, such as Google Design sprints, collaborative design, service design, informal and formal testing, and rapid prototyping</li><li>Guide effective documentation and communication of design - via wire frames, mock ups, prototypes, and user stories</li><li>Leverage a healthcare-wide design system and ensure that the user needs are reflected while maintaining consistency across the software application.</li><li>Work with Senior Designer and product owners to understand market needs &amp; vision; work with teams to quickly translate that vision into workflows, interactions, and designs for software.</li><li>Feel comfortable independently leading design sprints, UX requirements definition sessions, and design thinking workshops, accurately scoping UX research and design work.</li><li>Lead UFMEA activities, Conducts Formative and Summative studies.</li></ul>Responsibilities:<ul><li>The UX - Interaction Designer will help to shape the end-to-end user experience for the Perinatal Solution.</li><li>Uses participatory design activities (e.g. paper prototype co-creation, card sorting) to understand vision, business model and assumptions and tacit knowledge about user needs and behaviours</li><li>Conducts user research to understand user needs, mental models and working contexts &middot; Synthesises output of stakeholder research &amp; creates visualisations that effectively summarise key insights related to user and customer needs and behaviours, product definition</li><li>Creates annotated prototypes or wire frames of user interface designs that visually and textually communicate the behaviour of a software application.</li><li>Skilled in standard design &amp; wire framing tools (Adobe CC &amp; Sketch), hand drawing and visual communication, time-based and interactive prototyping tools (Hype, Adobe Edge, Keynote)</li><li>Understands the value of a rigorous, collaborative, and transparent decision-making process &middot; Demonstrates sensitivity to key cultural issues</li><li>Uses generative techniques (sketching, brainstorming, etc.) to establish a variety of possible design decisions and decision scenarios.</li><li>Expresses UX and design concepts to collaborators on cross functional teams. Goes beyond merely presenting designs, explains the story of the rationale and benefit of design ideas Personal Attributes</li><li>Acts and decides appropriately when all available information may not be possible to obtain.</li><li>Demonstrates the ability to extract and communicate how customer groups are thinking and feeling. &middot; Asks questions appropriate to translating an abstract problem into a roadmap for identifying solutions.</li><li>Captures specific information from the audience and validates it back to them for acceptance</li></ul>Job Type: ContractPay: $45.00 - $52.00 per hourExpected hours: 40 per weekBenefits:<ul><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Interaction Designer

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