Full-Time

Electrical Design Technician

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Westwood

Westwood

501-1,000 employees

Transforms energy grid and designs infrastructure

Compensation Overview

$27 - $32/hr

Junior, Mid

Westminster, CO, USA

Category
Electronics Design Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Required Skills
AutoCAD
Requirements
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD
  • Knowledge of NEC and/or NESC
  • Experience and knowledge of basic electrical design concepts
  • Associates Degree or Technical School Certificate in Electrical Design, Solar Design, Architectural/Engineering Drafting, or related degree
  • Approximately 1 - 4 years of experience in the drafting/design of electrical power/distribution systems
  • Working knowledge and ability to read construction drawings and specifications
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Windows/Office products
  • Professional appearance with excellent written and verbal communications skills
  • Must have a strong work ethic along with a positive attitude
  • Must be a supportive team member, able to work in a collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
  • Construction document production support for commercial and utility scale solar, wind, and energy storage projects.
  • Coordinate with design team disciplines including civil engineers, geotechnical engineers, and surveyors
  • Utilize AutoCAD to create construction documents and perform quantity takeoffs. Construction documents will include site layouts, wire/cable routing plans, one lines, details, equipment/wire schedules, etc.
  • Create wiring/cable schedules based takeoffs and sizing input from senior designers/engineers
  • Maintain awareness and knowledge of Westwood design/CAD standards.
Desired Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, or similar.
  • Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D
  • Experience with ArcGIS
  • Proficiency with ETAP, SKM, CYME, or similar software package used to model electrical power systems and perform load flow, short circuit, voltage drop, grounding, thermal, and protective device coordination studies and analysis.
  • NABCEP Certification
  • Wind AC collection design
  • Experience with energy storage systems (battery, fuel cells, flywheel, or capacitor)
  • Experience with PVsyst, Helioscope, SAM, or other PV production modeling software
  • Experience with Helios 3D or SunDAT
  • Experience with Homer Pro

Westwood focuses on transforming the energy grid, designing resilient infrastructure, and developing thriving communities. Their work is guided by over 50 years of experience and a commitment to understanding the specific needs of the markets they serve. Westwood emphasizes a people-centered approach, fostering a culture that attracts and develops high-performing individuals. They prioritize collaboration and customize their technical capabilities to align with client goals, ensuring that they provide effective solutions. Safety, sustainability, and operational excellence are core values that influence every decision made by the company. Westwood is also dedicated to enriching the communities they serve through various projects and initiatives, aiming to create a lasting positive impact. Their ultimate goal is to contribute to a better world by positively affecting the lives of individuals and communities through their work.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

Growth Equity (Non-Venture Capital)

Total Funding

$13.5M

Headquarters

Scottsdale, Arizona

Founded

1972

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Blackstone's $1.3 billion investment offers growth opportunities in renewable energy.
  • Acquisition of O'Dell expands Westwood's geographic reach and service offerings.
  • Balzer acquisition supports Westwood's strategy to grow in existing markets.

What critics are saying

  • Integration challenges with acquisitions may strain Westwood's resources and management.
  • Blackstone's acquisition could lead to strategic shifts misaligned with Westwood's model.
  • Expansion into California introduces new regulatory and market adaptation challenges.

What makes Westwood unique

  • Westwood's acquisition of O'Dell marks its first investment in California.
  • Westwood specializes in renewable energy and infrastructure, aligning with Blackstone's energy transition focus.
  • Westwood's acquisition of Balzer enhances its capabilities in Virginia's market.

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Company News

PR Newswire
Dec 3rd, 2024
WESTWOOD ACQUIRES VIRGINIA-BASED BALZER & ASSOCIATES

/PRNewswire/ -- Westwood Professional Services, Inc. (Westwood), a nationally renowned design and consulting firm, announced today its acquisition of...

ESG Today
Aug 7th, 2024
Blackstone Acquires Majority Stake in Westwood

Blackstone Energy Transition Partners acquired a majority stake in Westwood Professional Services, an engineering firm specializing in renewable energy and infrastructure. This move is part of Blackstone's broader strategy to invest $100 billion in energy transition and climate change solutions over the next decade. Recent related investments include Trystar and Sediver Group. The deal involves approximately $1.3 billion. Westwood CEO Bryan Powell expressed excitement about the partnership's growth potential.

Stock Titan
Aug 7th, 2024
Blackstone Invests $1.3B in Westwood

Blackstone Energy Transition Partners has announced a majority investment in Westwood Professional Services, acquiring the stake from Endurance Partners. Westwood's management will retain a minority stake. This investment aligns with Blackstone's focus on energy transition, following recent investments in Trystar and Sediver. Blackstone has committed approximately $1.3 billion in equity investments in the energy transition sector since June.

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Mar 6th, 2024
SEC FORM D

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U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Mar 6th, 2024
SEC FORM D

The Securities and Exchange Commission has not necessarily reviewed the information in this filing and has not determined if it is accurate and complete.The reader should not assume that the information is accurate and complete.