Title: Power Systems CAD Engineer
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Position Summary:
This position is a CAD designer position in the front-end configuration of state-of-the-art energy solutions consisting of gas or diesel gensets, BESS, and other power products within the RR/MTU portfolio. The major focus will be on designing overall layout, equipment arrangements, 2D Plan Views, Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), and Isometrics to support new project opportunities. The position requires high levels of client interactions and coordination with the following RR/MTU staff: Project Systems Business (PSB) engineers, sales managers, product R&D, project management and custom engineering teams within Friedrichshafen and Mankato.
Key Accountabilities:
- Develop Block Diagrams, Single Line Diagrams (SLDs), Ladder Diagrams, IO Diagrams, Logic Diagrams, Network Diagrams, Cable Schedules, 2D Plan Views, 3D Layouts, and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) which meet direct client objectives on paralleled power system projects.
- Serve as the design expert to support lead engineers and sales managers on new project opportunities.
- Own and manage the North American knowledge base on CAD designs for gas-fueled energy solutions projects, microgrids, and BESS solutions.
- Formalize wiring interconnection designs to interface between MTU hardware (ECU’s, control panels, PLC’s) and the balance of plant systems such as switchgear, relays, PMS/BMS networks, and power distribution systems on a global level.
- Establish pen tables/plot style standards & implementation to aid in project development and efficiency of design reviews.
- Establish and manage blocks library for standard CAD symbols. Provide blocks with editable attributes for standardized drawing construction.
- Advise on best design strategies for special customer applications or recommended modifications to existing RR/MTU designs. Design support may include support to global customers and development of designs suitable for use in multiple countries.
- Edit existing RR/MTU CAD designs, as necessary.
- Complete work according to standard engineering principle a3s and practices.
- Understand and follow the ERP procedures per the company’s quality system.
- Understand and follow applicable HSE procedures and work instructions associated with facility or project mandates.
- Promote a compliance culture in areas of responsibility and lives the letter & spirit of the Rolls-Royce Code of Conduct
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Basic Requirements:
- Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S without sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time
- Bachelor’s degree in CAD Design, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering; and 3 years of design or electrical or electronic engineering experience: or 7 years of design, electrical or electronics engineering experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong knowledge of CAD tools; such as AutoCAD, Revit, BricsCAD, Creo, or SOLIDWORKS.
- Strong knowledge of electrical power systems using gas and diesel fueled gensets for continuous, standby and mission critical applications.
- Strong project management skills.
- Strong organization, planning and follow-up skills.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Entrepreneurial mindset.
- Familiarity and working experience with standard electrical and mechanical symbols.
- Familiarity with the NEC (NFPA 70) code.
- Ability to turn conceptual ideas into formalized designs.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, line diagrams, ladder diagrams, point to point diagrams and shop drawings.
- Ability to work independently and effectively with others.
- Ability to work professionally and collaboratively with multiple cultures and client types.
- Ability and willingness to travel for business trips (20%).
- Strong Computer Skills: MS Office 365 products, ERP systems (SAP or JDE), and Bluebeam Revu.
- Service / Test / Commissioning experience
- Machining / Fabrication experience
- Familiarity with NFPA 37, 54, 70, 70B, 70E, 99, 110, ASHRAE, ASME, and/or ASCE 7-22
- Experience with PTC Windchill
- OSHA10 / OSHA30 certificate
Rolls-Royce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics.
At Rolls-Royce, we are committed to creating a workplace where all employees feel respected, supported, and empowered to do their best work. We foster a welcoming and innovative work environment that invests in you, giving you access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities where you can grow your career and make a difference.
Mechanical Systems
30 Jun 2026; 00:06
$70,629 - $114,772-Annually
Mankato, MN
Benefits
Rolls-Royce provides a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that includes base pay and a discretionary bonus plan. Eligible employees may have the opportunity to enroll in other benefits, including health, dental, vision, disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance; a flexible spending account; a health savings account; a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match; Employee Assistance Program; Paid Time Off; certain paid holidays; paid parental and family care leave; tuition reimbursement; and a long-term incentive plan. The options available to an employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as date of hire, employment type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
