Assistant Electrical Designer

Planet Group; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 100,069,000 - 116,278,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Group in Dallas, TX is seeking an Assistant Electrical Designer to support electrical schematics, grid layouts, and power system designs using CAD tools. The role emphasizes accuracy, attention to detail, and adherence to project standards.

The candidate should have a Bachelor or Associate degree or equivalent experience, plus 2–4 years in detailing and design. Strong communication and cross-disciplinary collaboration are essential for success on multi-discipline teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or equivalent experience required.
• 2+ years related experience required or
• 4 years progressive detailing and design experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing electrical project designs including schematics, grid layouts, power systems, lighting systems, and controls.
• Prepare engineering drawings from rough sketches using CAD software.
• Maintain and organize drawings, revisions, and project files per standards and procedures.
• Collaborate with project managers and engineers to resolve design issues and ensure timely delivery.

Skills

AutoCAD

MicroStation

3D modeling

Excel

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor Degree in drafting technology or related field

Associate Degree

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

REVIT

Bluebeam Revu

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Electrical Designer

Location: Dallas, TX75240

Contract length: 5-month Contract

Pay: $35/hr - $40.58/hr

Assistant Electrical Designer Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in drafting technology or related field and 2 years related experience required or
• Associate Degree and 3 years related experience required or
• 4 years progressive detailing and design experience required
• Strong understanding of design software such as: AutoCAD, MicroStation, and Excel to develop the design deliverables. Ability to learn and effectively utilize new design software programs. Experience with REVIT, Bluebeam Revu, and other Autodesk applications is preferred
• Ability to utilize both 2D and 3D applications to prepare engineering drawings
• Basic knowledge in design, calculations and design systems
• Basic knowledge in the theory and practices of engineering discipline; competent in the fundamental concepts of other disciplines as they relate to the assigned discipline; and capable of operating related discipline design software necessary to execute production tasks
• Ability to work collaboratively with others (Project Managers, Engineers and Designers) in a multi-discipline project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail

Assistant Electrical Designer Description

• Assist in designing various electrical project designs including creating electrical schematics, grid plan layouts, electrical power systems, lighting systems, protection and controls, and site and facility design. Follow all company, client and project design and drafting standards
• Assist with set up of electrical CAD configuration and procedures according to project requirements at the beginning of a project for the electrical design team
• Assist in preparing engineering drawings from rough sketches or from general engineering and design information (verbal instructions and notes) using CAD software program
• Assist with a full range of drawing production work including problem analysis, design layout and calculations on non-routine assignments of substantial variety and complexity
• Assist with a variety of assignments using prescribed methods and standard techniques including drawing sequence and presentation, sizing various system components and refining rough sketches
• Assist with initial rough designs or sketches and redlines or markups on ongoing projects
• Assist with analyzing reports, drawings, and tests, to plan and design projects
• Apply design codes and specifications related to design requirements
• Complete and review design drawings within scope, budget and schedule
• Perform project tasks and assignments within budgeted hours and deadlines
• Incorporate schedules, budgets and project criteria into electrical design and layouts
• Organize and maintain all revisions of project drawings, plot files and project-related information in a logical and well-structured manner
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards