Automotive Electrical Designer - CAD Wiring & Controls

Summit Truck Bodies; Wathena (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401K with match

HSA/FSA

PTO and Holidays

Car Discount Program

Tuition Partnership

Job summary

Summit Truck Bodies is seeking an Automotive Electrical Designer to design, develop, and test electrical systems for service trucks, focusing on wiring, control modules, safety features, and factory automation. The role emphasizes DC circuits, CAD tools, and ensuring standards compliance.

The ideal candidate will have experience with AutoCAD, Inventor, Vault, NetSuite, and Bill of Materials, plus strong analytical and communication skills in a fast-paced production environment.

Qualifications

• Associate of Applied Science preferred.
• Experience in an ISO 9001 certified production facility preferred.
• Experience in AutoCAD, Inventor, Vault and NetSuite preferred.
• Experience with Bill of Materials preferred.
• Experience working in a fast-paced or multi-entity environment.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong organization skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to successfully complete a General Abilities Assessment and pass a post-offer background check, physical and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Create electrical layouts, schematics, and wiring diagrams using CAD software with a primary emphasis on DC circuits.
• Choose appropriate electrical components, materials, and equipment for the project.
• Ability to discuss and train/teach technicians how to read and understand electrical schematics.
• Perform load calculations and power studies to determine electrical needs.
• Identify and resolve design issues during the project life cycle.
• Create precise wiring diagrams, schematics, and layouts that meet standards and specifications.
• Daily tasks to include using CAD software (like AutoCAD and Inventor), modifying circuits, ensuring code compliance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

Associate of Applied Science

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

Vault

NetSuite

Bill of Materials

Job description

Summit Truck Bodies is seeking an Automotive Electrical Designer to design, develop, and test electrical systems for service trucks, focusing on wiring, control modules, safety features, and factory automation. The role emphasizes DC circuits, CAD tools, and ensuring standards compliance.

The ideal candidate will have experience with AutoCAD, Inventor, Vault, NetSuite, and Bill of Materials, plus strong analytical and communication skills in a fast-paced production environment.