Designer

Wunderlich-Malec Engineering, Inc; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)/Profit Sharing

ESOP

Job summary

Wunderlich-Malec Engineering, Inc. in Saint Petersburg, FL, is seeking a CAD Designer to develop panel layouts, wiring diagrams, electrical schematics, Control System networks and P&IDs for client projects.

The ideal candidate holds a two-year CAD/Drafting degree (electrical) and 3–5 years of AutoCAD experience (2024+), with NFPA/NEC knowledge and power plant design exposure. This on-site role offers a comprehensive benefits package in a 100% employee-owned firm.

Qualifications

• Two-year degree in Computer Aided Drafting/Design in electrical or equivalent preferred.
• 3–5 years of AutoCAD experience (2024 or higher) and familiarity with AutoCAD Electrical.
• Knowledge of NFPA and NEC standards; power plant design experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Draw electrical layouts for buildings, panels, lighting and power.
• Modify client drawings using AutoCAD for general arrangements, wiring diagrams, schematics and P&ID’s.
• Read and interpret vendor information to inform design decisions.

Skills

AutoCAD

Electrical design

NFPA/NEC knowledge

Attention to detail

Vendor document interpretation

Education

Two-year CAD/Drafting degree (electrical)

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Wunderlich-Malec Engineering (WM) is a 100% employee-owned ESOP and one of the largest and most well-established engineering companies in the United States. When you join WM you become part of a company that is:

- 100% employee-owned company with over 40 years of industry history
- A Top 5 Systems Integrator Giant
- An ENR (Engineering News Record) Top 500 Firm

Wunderlich-Malec Engineering is hiring a CAD Designer. This position is responsible for the development of Panel Layouts, Wiring Diagrams, Electrical Schematics, Control System Networks as well as General Arrangements, P&ID’s and other electrical plans a

Primary Purpose

This position is responsible for the development of Panel Layouts, Wiring Diagrams, Electrical Schematics, Control System Networks as well as General Arrangements, P&ID’s and other electrical plans as needed.

Major Responsibilities

• Drawing of electrical layouts to include Buildings, Panels, lighting, power, using various standard symbols on specific projects
• Expected to utilize AutoCAD to modify client drawings such as general arrangements, wiring diagrams, schematics, P&ID’s and other documentation required for upgrade type project work
• Familiarity with practices and procedures pertaining to technical matters to include Construction, Manufacturing, Control System Design, and Electrical Engineering
• Ability to read and interpret vendor information and apply that to design concepts as directed by Senior Designer or Engineering Supervision
• Must have attention to detail, consistency in work output and be cognizant of project time lines
• General administration such as paperwork, copying, printing, faxing, and using a computer
• Have a commitment to meet customer requirements while maintaining quality work within a project
• Working with project team for engineering support and problem solving

Education

Two-year degree in Computer Aided Drafting/ Design in electrical or equivalent degree is preferred.

Experience

• Generally, three to five years’ experience preferred including working knowledge of tools and parts necessary for specific projects, knowledge of uses of Auto CAD commands and how to perform tasks (Expertise using Auto CAD 2024 or higher and Auto CAD Electrical)
• Must have working knowledge of the fundamentals of electricity, ability to apply the NFPA, NEC standards to designs as well
• Power Plant design experience, including field work is desirable
• Ability to inspect, measure and assess site conditions as they pertain to project upgrades including general arrangements, cabinet wiring, raceway systems and electrical equipment installations
• Ability to exercise discretion and make independent decisions successfully within the role of the job responsibilities
• Requires working knowledge of computer equipment for proper setup and operation, in addition to Microsoft Excel, Word and various office application software

Physical Demands of Position

Seeing, color perception, hearing, clear speech, dexterity in hands, driving, lifting, climbing, and ability to mount and dismount equipment, pushing, and pulling.

Working Environment

Standard office environment, On-site office environment, and diverse industrial environments,Frequent PC usage, copy machines, phones.

*Job Descriptions are not exhaustive lists of all skills, responsibilities, or efforts associated with a job. They reflect principal job elements essential for performing the job and evaluating performance.

Wunderlich-Malec is proud to offer a comprehensive employee-owner benefit package.

Full-time employees may be eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D
• Long Term Disability
• Voluntary Short Term Disability
• Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• 401(k)/Profit Sharing
• 100% ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Will Preparation Resources
• Worldwide Travel Assistance

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