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Electrical Designer

Create electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, equipment layouts and detailed manufacturing drawings in Wausau, Wisconsin, supporting industrial and electrical equipment projects from design through manufacturing and installation.

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Compensation
$80,000 - $90,000 / Year
Employment Type
Permanent
Location
Wausau, Wisconsin
Job Reference
3499
Role Detail
This position is based in Wausau, Wisconsin and is not remote. Local candidates are preferred. The role requires an Associate's degree and two to four years of related electrical design experience.
The Opportunity

One Tech Engineering is looking for an Electrical Designer for a position located in Wausau, Wisconsin.

The Electrical Designer will create and maintain schematics, wiring diagrams, layout drawings and parts lists used for the manufacture and installation of electrical equipment.

The role works closely with engineers to translate design concepts into accurate working drawings while considering manufacturing methods, installation requirements, component selection, cost and delivery.

Candidates must be U.S. citizens or green card holders. Sponsorship is not available. Local candidates are preferred and this position is not remote.

Position Overview

This role combines electrical CAD drafting, schematic development, wiring design, parts selection, equipment sizing, manufacturing documentation, peer review and engineering coordination.

Electrical Designer Responsibilities

  • Create detailed drawings of electrical design components and circuitry.
  • Develop assembly drawings using computer-aided design software and standard drafting techniques.
  • Create and maintain electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
  • Develop equipment layout and installation drawings.
  • Select parts to meet functional project requirements.
  • Evaluate component options based on cost and delivery requirements.
  • Create parts lists for equipment procurement.
  • Create parts lists supporting manufacturing and installation.
  • Consult with engineers to interpret design concepts.
  • Determine requirements for detailed working drawings.
  • Understand manufacturing processes affecting equipment design.
  • Account for installation requirements within detail and assembly drawings.
  • Read and interpret mechanical-system schematics.
  • Review mechanical drawings supporting multidisciplinary equipment.
  • Maintain parts databases used by project teams.
  • Maintain drawing libraries and design documentation.
  • Review peer design work for correctness and quality.
  • Perform equipment sizing calculations as required.
  • Perform supporting design calculations for equipment.
  • Coordinate design information with engineering and manufacturing teams.

Requirements

  • Associate's degree from a two-year college or technical school.
  • Two to four years of related experience.
  • Experience with electrical design and drafting.
  • Proficiency with EPLAN.
  • Proficiency with Autodesk AutoCAD Electrical.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
  • Knowledge of NEC requirements.
  • Knowledge of UL 508A requirements.
  • Ability to create electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
  • Ability to interpret mechanical-system drawings.
  • Ability to create detailed manufacturing drawings.
  • Ability to understand equipment installation requirements.
  • Ability to perform equipment sizing calculations.
  • Strong attention to drawing accuracy and detail.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with engineers.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen or green card holder.
  • Must be available to work on-site in Wausau, Wisconsin.

What this role is looking for

01

Electrical CAD Experience

Two to four years of related design experience with strong electrical drafting capabilities.

02

EPLAN & AutoCAD

Practical experience using EPLAN and Autodesk AutoCAD Electrical for production drawings.

03

Manufacturing Awareness

Ability to design drawings that account for fabrication, assembly and installation requirements.

04

Code Knowledge

Working knowledge of NEC and UL 508A requirements for electrical equipment.

Electrical design scope

01

Electrical Schematics

02

Wiring Diagrams

03

Layout Drawings

04

Assembly Drawings

05

Parts Lists

06

Equipment Sizing

07

Drawing Libraries

08

Peer Review

Electrical design priorities

Design

Accurate Drawings

Create detailed electrical drawings suitable for manufacturing and field installation.

Components

Parts Selection

Select components based on functionality, cost and delivery requirements.

Engineering

Design Coordination

Work with engineers to interpret concepts and develop production-ready documentation.

Manufacturing

Buildability

Ensure drawings account for manufacturing, assembly and installation processes.

Standards

NEC & UL 508A

Apply relevant electrical standards to equipment design documentation.

Quality

Peer Review

Review drawings and supporting documentation to maintain design accuracy.

Electrical design workflow

01

Review Design Concept

02

Develop Schematics

03

Create Wiring Drawings

04

Select Components

05

Build Parts Lists

06

Complete Calculations

07

Perform Peer Review

08

Release Design Package

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