Electrical CAD Designer: Schematics, Wiring & Panels

Spectra Tech, Inc.; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectra Tech, Inc. in Berkeley, CA, seeks an experienced Electrical CAD Design professional to create and maintain electrical models, schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts using CAD tools such as AutoCAD Electrical, Autodesk Inventor, and KiCad.

The role involves generating BOMs and documentation for manufacturing, collaborating with engineers to ensure designs meet requirements, and maintaining revision-controlled data in Windchill or similar PLM/PDM systems.

Qualifications

• Five+ years of professional experience producing electrical CAD designs using Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD Electrical, KiCad, or equivalent software.
• Experience developing manufacturing-ready electrical documentation, including schematics, wiring diagrams, BOMs, and wire/cable schedules.
• Experience developing and maintaining revision-controlled engineering documentation within PLM/PDM systems.
• Familiarity with applicable industry standards and codes relevant to electrical design activities.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain electrical models, wiring diagrams, schematics, and panel layouts using project-approved CAD software.
• Generate bills of materials, wire and cable lists, and supporting documentation for manufacturing and assembly activities.
• Collaborate with electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, project managers, and other designated project personnel to ensure designs meet technical requirements and integrate with product assemblies.
• Review and revise designs based on engineering feedback, design reviews, and approved engineering changes.

Skills

Electrical CAD

Schematic development

Wiring diagrams

Collaboration

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Drafting/Design, or related

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Autodesk Inventor

KiCad

Windchill

Job description

Spectra Tech, Inc. in Berkeley, CA, seeks an experienced Electrical CAD Design professional to create and maintain electrical models, schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts using CAD tools such as AutoCAD Electrical, Autodesk Inventor, and KiCad.

The role involves generating BOMs and documentation for manufacturing, collaborating with engineers to ensure designs meet requirements, and maintaining revision-controlled data in Windchill or similar PLM/PDM systems.