The Electrical Designer I collaborates closely with electrical engineers, application engineers, and mechanical designers to ensure accuracy, consistency, and manufacturability of electrical systems. The position emphasizes quality, adherence to standards, and timely completion of deliverables.
Design Drafting
Prepare electrical construction drawings (schematics, wiring diagrams, finalizing three-line diagrams, cable schedules, sub-panel layouts)
Ensure accuracy of drawings against BOM and design standards
Incorporate customer redlines and revisions as directed
Collaboration Coordination
Work closely with application engineers, electrical engineers, and mechanical engineers to integrate electrical designs into overall systems
Coordinate layouts for panels and doors with other disciplines
Quality Standards
Review drawings for completeness and compliance with company/industry standards
Apply checklists and processes to minimize errors and manufacturing rework
Maintain consistency and accuracy across drawing packages
Change Documentation Management
Process Engineering Changes (ECs) and ensure timely updates
Maintain drawing documentation, revisions, and version control
Support traceability of design decisions and updates
Continuous Learning Process Improvement (entry-level emphasis)
Follow established engineering processes and design guidelines
Seek guidance from senior designers/engineers and apply feedback to improve quality
Contribute to identifying opportunities for process streamlining
Performs additional duties as assigned.
Required
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Ability to read and interpret one-line, three-line, wiring diagrams, and cable schedules
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Skill in using CAD software (SolidWorks and SolidWorks Electrical preferred; otherwise AutoCAD, EPLAN, or eqv.) to produce and revise electrical drawings
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Ability to apply attention to detail to ensure accuracy and consistency in drawings
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Skill in managing time effectively, tracking progress, and prioritizing tasks across multiple projects
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Ability to communicate clearly in written and verbal form
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Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams
Preferred
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Basic knowledge of power distribution and substation control concepts (three-phase systems, relays, transformers, control switches, etc.)
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Knowledge of engineering or industry standards relevant to electrical design and documentation
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Ability to adapt to changing project priorities in a fast-paced environment
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Strong organizational skills with a proactive, solution-oriented approach
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Ability to maintain a positive, professional attitude when working under pressure
An associate’s degree in electrical design or a technical diploma in an engineering-related field, along with 0 to 3 years of experience using CAD software (preferably SolidWorks Electrical), is required. Candidates with 0 to 3 years of electrical design experience in a manufacturing or production environment are preferred. Equivalent work experience of at least 3 years may also be considered.
Occasional (optional)
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; talk and hear. The employee regularly is required to walk and reach with hands. The employee is frequently required to sit and rarely required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Employee uses computer keyboards often. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Employee views computer monitor often.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is rarely exposed to airborne particles or chemical agents. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
Switchgear Power Systems is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.
