Design Technician

MSHS Pacific Power Group; Mandeville (LA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

401(k) with company match

Life Insurance

AD&D

Disability insurance

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

MSHS Pacific Power Group in Mandeville, LA is seeking a Design Technician to join our engineering team. You will support the design and documentation of retrofit and conversion control system projects, primarily involving Woodward programmable controls and related mechanical systems.

The role offers growth into a designer position, with potential to work independently on electrical wiring and panel drawings per industry best practices and our design standards.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with AutoCAD (required).
• Experience with SolidWorks (preferred; training available).
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in all work.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English (Spanish is a plus).

Responsibilities

• Use AutoCAD Electrical to create detailed electrical schematic drawings based on engineered redlines.
• Use SolidWorks to develop mechanical cabinet and enclosure layouts.
• Ensure that all design packages meet company standards and are completed within project timelines.
• Collaborate closely with engineers to support ongoing projects and engage in continuous training.

Skills

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

English communication

Education

Associate or Technical Degree in AutoCAD

High School Diploma

Electrical panel layout experience

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Description

Design Technician – Engineering Support

Location: Mandeville, LA
Compensation: $25 – $35/hour (Based on Experience)
Employment Type: Full-Time + Overtime Opportunities
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Department: Engineering

MSHS Pacific Power Group is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Design Technician to join our dynamic engineering team. In this role, you’ll play a key part in supporting the design and documentation of retrofit and conversion control system projects—primarily involving Woodward programmable controls and related mechanical systems. This position offers strong potential for professional growth in a fast-paced, technically rewarding environment. Ideal candidate will be able to grow into a designer role that can work independently to develop electrical wiring and panel drawings biased on industry best practice and MSHS Pacific Power Group design standards.

Overtime hours may be required based on project demands.

Key Responsibilities

• Use AutoCAD Electrical to create detailed electrical schematic drawings based on engineered redlines
• Use SolidWorks to develop mechanical cabinet and enclosure layouts
• Ensure that all design packages meet MSHS Pacific Power Group standards and are completed within project timelines
• Collaborate closely with engineers to support ongoing projects and engage in continuous training

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency with AutoCAD (required)
• Experience with SolidWorks (preferred; training available)
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in all work
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English (Spanish is a plus)

Education & Experience

• Associate or Technical Degree in AutoCAD preferred, or equivalent work experience
• High School Diploma required
• Preferred experience in electrical panel layout and design.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Highly Competitive PTO Accrual
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Life Insurance, AD&D, Short/Long-Term Disability
• Pet Insurance & Optional Supplemental Coverage
• Legal Assistance for Identity Theft
• Health Advocate Services
• Tuition Assistance
• Materni ty, Paternity, and Adoption Aid
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• And more!

Equal Opportunity Employer

MSHS PPG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

MSHS PPG is a Drug-Free Workplace. All offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of a drug and alcohol screening, which may include testing for marijuana in compliance with applicable federal regulations and relevant state labor laws. We understand that marijuana laws vary by state, and our testing policies are designed to ensure compliance with both federal and state requirements where applicable.