Assistant Special Systems Designer - A&F, Special Systems (St. Louis)

Position Overview

The Assistant Special Systems Designer will assist project teams to create world-class designs for new projects, alterations, and redevelopments across a variety of facilities including airports, aviation centers, process, corporate, institutional, industrial, manufacturing, government, and military sites. The candidate will work throughout the design and construction process adapting special systems, technology, infrastructure, or security plans according to budget constraints, design factors, or client needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
• Modify and assist in the production of drawings for projects such as airports, aviation facilities, process, corporate, institutional, industrial, manufacturing, government, and military facilities.
• Support the design of special systems, technology, and security components as defined by project managers.
• Apply knowledge of standard special systems, technology, and security engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures.
• Collaborate with senior team members (including engineers and designers) to develop drawings and documentation for special systems designs, including low-voltage, technology, security, and audio/visual systems.
• Research and compile project-related data, develop studies and reports, and assist with specification development.
• Conduct research on rapidly changing technologies to complete design requirements.
• Update drawings from senior engineers or designers to ensure corrections are incorporated across multiple CAD platforms.
• Assist with client presentations, shop drawing reviews, and contract administration.
• Contribute to and facilitate project meetings.
• Perform field inspections, measurements, or calculations as required for public and private clients.
• Perform other duties as assigned and comply with all policies and standards.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Drafting Technology or a related field with 2 years of related experience, or an Associate Degree with 3 years of experience, or 4 years of progressive detailing and design experience.
• Strong understanding of design software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, and Excel with the ability to learn and effectively utilize new design software programs.
• Proficiency in using both 2D and 3D applications for preparing engineering drawings.
• Basic knowledge in design, calculations, and design systems, along with fundamental engineering concepts across disciplines.
• Ability to work collaboratively with Project Managers, Engineers, and Designers in a multi-discipline team environment to resolve design or drawing issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, and keen attention to detail.
• Must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country where this position is located.

Benefits & Perks

• Schedule: Full-time
• Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time
• Primary Location: US-MO-Saint Louis
• Job Type: New Grad (#LI-MC #A&F N/A)
• EEO/Disabled/Veterans
• This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.