Project Services Designer

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Project Services Designer to join the Electrical Wiring Systems Cablofil Team in Mascoutah, IL. The role of the project services team is to manage technical projects, maintain technical documents and provide technical support.

What Will You Do?

• Cable Tray Takeoffs. Respond to customer request for detailed takeoffs for electrical construction projects.  Develop bill of materials for sales team and interface with customer and sales team with questions and suggestions. 
• Custom Product Design. Work directly with end users or in coordination with EWS sales team to understand non-standard customer needs (typically project based).  Modify standard product offering to quickly and cost effectively meet the customer needs.  Provide detailed submittal drawings for projects utilizing non-standard products.
• Support Sales Team with Technical Assistance.
• Monitor Tech Support phone line and email.
• Manage Large and Complex Projects.
• Develop and Maintain Technical Drawing Library.
• Develop and Maintain Technical Document Library.
• Performs other similar and related duties as required.

Required Skills

Education:

• Associates degree in a technical field or related equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience:

• Preferred 3 years experience, design or estimating experience preferred.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

• Solid understanding of commercial electrical construction techniques, design/engineering concepts, materials, and manufacturing processes. Must be able to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to practical problems.
• Strong computer skills, proficient with word processing, spreadsheet, presentation software, e-mail, and meeting management software. Ability to use internet and web-based resources efficiently and effectively.  Proficient in the use of 2D/3D CAD software.  SolidWorks and AutoCAD preferred. Estimating software experience, a plus.
• Must be highly collaborative and able to work in a team-based environment. Fosters open communication and support an environment of innovation and creative change.  
• Demonstrated creativity in the development of new product design concepts. Ability to create sketches, 2D/3D files, and prototype designs to express all the different options that are used to satisfy product requirements.
• Requires strong organizational and time management skills, close attention to detail and be able to effectively handle multiple priorities. Must possess project management skills, including demonstrated ability to develop and manage to a project plan, establish priorities, work to deadlines, and control several projects at various stages of work.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communications skills and be able to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization. Must be an effective listener, able to extract necessary information and validate understanding of the information. Demonstrated ability to understand customer’s needs and identify new ways to serve/satisfy customer.

About Legrand

Representing more than 150 years of innovation, Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Our purpose is improving lives by transforming the spaces where people live, work and meet with electrical and digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative and sustainable. Every day, over 39,000 Legrand employees work hard to enhance the buildings of tomorrow. Legrand is a global, publicly traded company listed on the Euronext (Legrand SA EPA: LR) with revenue of €7 billion, and products sold in 180 countries. For more information, visit www.legrandgroup.com/en

About Legrand North and Central America

Legrand North and Central America (LNCA) employs over 6,500 associates in 50 locations, working across six divisions/sector: Audio Visual, Building Controls Systems, Data Power and Controls, Electrical Wiring Systems, and Lighting.  We hold a leading position in every North American market we serve and focus on exceeding our customers’ needs within the commercial, residential, and industrial industries. LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network.  LNCA is an employee-centered, growing company with tremendous opportunity.  For more information, visit legrand.us

About Legrand’s Electrical Wiring Systems Division

Legrand’s Electrical Wiring Systems (EWS) division provides the most complete line of residential, commercial, and industrial electrical wiring devices in the world.  Through commitment to innovation and quality, EWS maintains the position of industry leader in wire and cable management and wiring devices categories, specializing in raceways, flexible floor, open space and outdoor power solutions, wire mesh cable trays and systems, and designer switches and outlets. With this comprehensive offering, EWS serves a range of exciting vertical markets, including commercial office and commercial interior, data centers, education, healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing, mixed-use developments and residential.  For more information, visit legrand.us/electrical wiring devices  

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