Associate Engineering Technician

Associate Engineering Technician Job Summary : Talent Software Services is in search of an Associate Engineering Technician for a contract position in Chattanooga, TN. The opportunity will be six months with a strong chance for a long-term extension. Primary Responsibilities / Accountabilities : Under general supervision, supports engineering teams by performing technical tasks that require an intermediate understanding of engineering principles and practices. Utilizes digital tools and design software (e.g., CAD, BIM, 3D modeling) to create, modify, and maintain technical documentation, drawings, and project deliverables. May begin to provide technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced engineering technicians Continues to learn and remains current on standards, systems, document control, departmental guides and B&V policies and procedures. Begins to proactively apply knowledge of the B&V Quality Program to ensure that the deliverables are accurate and compliant. Demonstrates personal accuracy and supports continuous improvement and change management efforts. Broadening the use of applications to learn to continuously evaluate and improve methods, processes and procedures used to accomplish deliverables. Create and develop deliverables based on a variety of design inputs. May perform basic computations such as material quantity estimates and dimensional checks. Assist in coordinating deliverables with other groups involved on the same project to minimise interference or errors. Focuses on the needs of internal clients while gaining a basic understanding of external clients' main interests and drivers. Proactively seeks and shares knowledge of the latest technologies and processes Qualifications : This is for Electrical, so 2-3 years drafting experience for electrical projects (not interested in folks who have a civil focus). Experience with substation would be nice (schematics, wiring, site layouts). 2-3 years of experience with Autodesk AutoCAD (Microstation a plus). This is specifically for the Chattanooga office at this location - 1232 Premier Drive, Suite 320, Chattanooga, TN 37421. NEED a drafter to sit in this office, specifically to grow their expertise around a client that is local to their office. So this would be exclusive to someone who is in a commutable distance to the Chattanooga office. If this job is a match for your background, we would be honoured to receive your application! Providing consulting opportunities to TALENTed people since 1987, we offer a host of opportunities, including contract, contract to hire, and permanent placement. Let's talk!