Electrical CAD Designer - Birmingham

Logical Systems, LLC; Birmingham, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Logical Systems LLC in Birmingham, AL is seeking an Electrical CAD Designer. You will create electrical drawings including schematics, IO drawings, loop sheets, and power diagrams to support diverse projects across industries.

Ideal candidates have NEC knowledge, experience with AutoCAD Electrical / LT and/or ePLAN or MicroStation, plus strong drafting skills and proficiency in Excel/Word/Outlook. Travel to client sites and field verification are expected.

Qualifications

• Current working knowledge of NEC with ability to locate solutions to code questions.
• Identify field devices for schematics development.
• Advanced knowledge of AutoCAD Electrical / AutoCAD LT / ePLAN / MicroStation.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Excellent organizational, design and drafting skills.
• Ability to read, understand, and review engineering drawings.
• Ability to travel to client sites as required.
• Ability to climb ladders and access industrial equipment.

Responsibilities

• Field verify drawings and mark-up to reflect as-built conditions.
• Develop electrical design deliverables: site layouts, interconnection diagrams, IO drawings, control panel layouts, loop drawings, BOMs.
• Check other resources’ and supplier drawings for accuracy.
• Provide on-site electrical construction and I/O checkout support.

Skills

NEC knowledge

Field devices

Drafting

Teamwork

Travel ability

Physical fitness

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

3+ years of related experience

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

AutoCAD LT

ePLAN

MicroStation

Job description

Electrical CAD Designer- Birmingham (Full-Time)

Logical Systems LLC (LSI), a leading provider of engineering and project management services since 1985, is seeking a skilled and experienced Electrical CAD Designer to join our team in Birmingham, AL. As a growing company ranked 13th among the largest system integrators in the U.S. by Control Engineering magazine in 2022, LSI continues to expand with offices across the U.S. and international locations in Canada and China. Recognized as a Top Workplace in the Memphis area from 2017 to 2021 by The Commercial Appeal, LSI offers a dynamic and collaborative work environment where your contributions will make an impact.

We are looking for a dedicated professional who thrives in a fast-paced setting and is eager to be part of a top-tier company in the engineering and systems integration industry.

JOB SUMMARY

Electrical Designer utilizes electrical knowledge and design skills to develop electrical drawings including schematics, interconnections, IO drawings, loop sheets, single-line and three-line diagrams, and other design or CAD drawings to support projects in a number of industries.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Field verifies electrical drawings or other equipment drawings and mark-up to represent as-built conditions.
• Develop electrical design deliverables for complete projects to produce a design package that is technically accurate, conforms to industry and client standards, constructible, and efficient. Deliverables include site layout drawings, interconnection diagrams, I/O drawings, control panel layouts, motor elementaries, loop drawings, 1-line and 3-line power drawings, network drawings, cable schedules, bill of materials, and construction scope of work documents.
• Check other resource’s design drawings and supplier equipment drawings
• Provide on-site electrical construction support and I/O checkout support as needed.

REQUIREMENTS

• Current working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) with the ability to locate solutions to code questions.
• Ability to identify field devices (proximity switches, photo eyes, solenoid valves, etc.) for the purpose of producing schematics.
• Advanced and current working knowledge of AutoCAD Electrical and/or AutoCAD LT, ePLAN or MicroStation.
• Advanced and working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Excellent organizational, design and drafting skills.
• Ability to read, understand, and review engineering drawings.
• Ability to travel to client’s sites as required.
• Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and access industrial equipment for field verification.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Possess good interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment within LSI and client resources.
• Knowledge and experience with electrical equipment and installation.
• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or related field or equivalent progressive experience in a similar position.
• Three or more years of directly related experience.
• Must possess strong electrical design fundamentals including a background knowledge of NEC and IEEE standards.

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