Associate Designer

Maryland, MD, US • Posted 2 days ago • Updated 2 hours ago
Contract Independent
Contract W2
On-site
$30.00 - $42.00/hr
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Skills

  • Access Control
  • Workflow
  • Quality Assurance
  • Testing
  • NERC
  • Documentation
  • Training
  • Design Software
  • Schematics
  • Electrical Wiring
  • Specification Gathering
  • Attention To Detail
  • Microsoft Office
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Organizational Skills
  • Management
  • Drawing
  • Effective Communication
  • Collaboration
  • AutoCAD
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Technical Drafting
  • Technical Training
  • Professional Development
  • Leadership

Summary

Associate Designer

Windsor Mill, MD (Hybrid - 3 days in office)

Contract to Hire

$28.00 - $36.00/hr (Depending on Experience - 40hr/week)

We are seeking an Associate Designer to support system protection and control drawing production for transmission and substation projects. The Associate Designer will translate engineer-developed markups into accurate, production-ready CAD drawings and supporting the delivery of design packages across project milestones.

The team is actively piloting AutoCAD Electrical as part of a broader initiative to modernize its protection and control design environment, making this an exciting time to join. The Associate Designer will work closely with Senior Engineers and a tight-knit team of experienced designers, building technical competency in utility substation drafting within a structured, professional corporate environment.

Responsibilities
  • Interpret and execute engineer-developed markups to produce and update system protection and control drawings in AutoCAD, including one-line diagrams, AC/DC schematic diagrams, elementary drawings, and panel layouts
  • Develop point-to-point control wiring diagrams (CWDs)
  • Support the full design workflow, updating drawings at each milestone as markups are reviewed and approved by engineers
  • Maintain and revise existing substation drawing sets to reflect field as-built conditions and design changes
  • Apply and adhere to drafting standards, drawing conventions, and configuration control procedures
  • Prepare QA checklists and ensure drawings comply with design configuration control policies and applicable regulatory standards
  • Support pilot projects within AutoCAD Electrical as the team transitions to expanded use of the platform
  • Coordinate with engineers, project teams, and field personnel to verify drawing accuracy and resolve technical discrepancies
  • Provide technical drawing support to field construction, testing, and commissioning crews as needed
  • Maintain awareness of NERC PRC & CIP Standards as they apply to documentation and design deliverables

Qualifications
  • Associate's degree in Engineering Technology, Drafting Technology, Electrical Technology, Computer-Aided Drafting, or a related technical field
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical discipline with an understanding and passion for the designer career path and related experience
  • 0-3 years of experience in CAD drafting, design technology, or a related technical role; entry level candidates from Associate's degree programs with strong AutoCAD training are encouraged to apply
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD or other design software
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, and technical specifications
  • Familiarity with protection and control drawing types used in substation environments (elementary diagrams, CWDs, panel layouts) is a plus
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to execute technical markups accurately
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple drawing revisions across concurrent projects
  • Effective communication skills; ability to collaborate with engineers, designers, and field personnel
  • AutoCAD Electrical experience or knowledge is a plus
  • Utility, power, or industrial plant drafting experience is a plus

What's in it for you?
  • A welcoming, team environment with the opportunity to work with a Fortune 100 company
  • Health, Dental, and Vision benefits
  • Weekly pay, holiday paid time off, and sick leave
  • Access to the Elevate program: 12 months of technical training, upskilling, professional development, and exposure to upper leadership to support a seamless full-time conversion process


Eight Eleven Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, citizenship, disability, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.e
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Company Info

About Brooksource

Here at Brooksource, relationships are at the center of everything we do. Since 2000, we have established and maintained long-lasting relationships with our clients and consultants to create an unparalleled experience. Brooksource is a trusted services provider that specializes in delivering Engineering and IT solutions for Fortune 500 organizations through Experience-Driven Staffing, Professional Services, and Elevate, our Workforce Transformation program. As a certified partner for Salesforce, AWS, Microsoft, Google Cloud, and many other technology alliances, we are looking for professionals who want to be on the frontline of the latest trends in the industry.

We offer contract, contract-to-hire, and direct placement consultant opportunities, to provide a career path that can meet anyone's desires. The job search is hard, but you don’t have to do it alone! We know a successful partnership requires a good fit. Your personality, experience, and skill set are all important, contributing factors to that partnership. You can count on us to take the time to understand the type of technical and cultural fit that is right for you. As a Brooksource consultant, you will be provided with a comprehensive benefits plan, competitive compensation, and even paid time off!

Cyber Security Warning: Please be aware that all official Brooksource communications will ONLY come from emails displayed as [name]@brooksource.com. The use of any other domains is NOT an official Brooksource employee and could be fraudulent.

Brooksource provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, citizenship, disability, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Benefits & Perks: 

Brooksource offers competitive medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care FSA, and supplemental coverage with plans that can fit each employee’s needs. We offer a 401k plan that includes a company match and is fully vested after you become eligible, paid time off, sick time, and paid company holidays. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides services like virtual counseling, financial services, legal services, life coaching, etc. 

 Pay Disclaimer: 

The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Partnerships:

  • Gold Microsoft Partner – Cloud Platform
  • Gold Microsoft Partner – Data Analytics
  • Silver Microsoft Partner – Data Platform
  • Silver Microsoft Partner – Security
  • Silver Microsoft Partner – Application Development
  • Silver Microsoft Partner – Data Center
  • AWS Partner
  • Salesforce Partner
  • Salesforce – Authorized Training Provider
  • Salesforce Talent Alliance Employer
  • Tableau Services Partner
  • Snowflake Partner
  • Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Services Partner

Awards (Extended):

  • Best Places to Work 2022, Charlotte Business Journal, 2022
  • Best Places to Work in Jacksonville, Jacksonville Business Journal, 2021
  • Best Places to Work in Jacksonville, Jacksonville Business Journal, 2020
  • Best Places to Work in Charlotte (#8 Small Business), Charlotte Business Journal, 2019
  • 2019 Best Places Work in Kentucky, Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, 2019
  • Top Workplaces, Indy Star, 2019
  • Best Places to Work in Jacksonville, Jacksonville Business Journal, 2019
  • Best & Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation, Best & Brightest, 2018
  • Top Work Places, Indy Star, 2018
  • Best Places to Work, Jacksonville Business Journal, 2018
  • Best Places to Work, Charlotte Business Journal, 2018
  • Best Places to Work in Kentucky (Small/Medium), Kentucky Society for Human Resource Management State Council and the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, 2018
  • Milwaukee’s 2018 Best And Brightest Companies To Work For, Milwaukee's Best and Brightest Place to Work, 2018
  • Best Places to Work, Best Places to Work in Kentucky, 2017
  • Best Places to Work, Best Places to Work in Kentucky, 2016
  • Best Places to Work, Jacksonville Business Journal, 2016
  • Top Workplaces, The Indianapolis Star, 2016
  • Top Workplaces, Indianapolis Star, 2015
  • Best Places to Work, Charlotte Business Journal, 2015
  • Best Places to Work Atlanta, Atlanta Business Chronicle, 2014
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