Electrical Controls Designer

CDMG Engineering; Bridgeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CDMG Engineering is seeking an Electrical Designer with extensive experience in control panel design to join our team. You will lead the design, development, and QA of electrical panels from concept through manufacturing, and mentor junior designers to uphold best practices.

You will develop comprehensive control panel designs using AutoCAD or AutoCAD Electrical, create detailed schematics and BOMs, and ensure compliance with UL508A and NEC/NFPA standards.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in electrical design with UL508A-compliant panels.
• Strong knowledge of electrical theory, power distribution, and industrial automation.
• Experience in oil & gas, steel, or glass industries is a plus.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD / AutoCAD Electrical; familiarity with EPLAN or SolidWorks Electrical is beneficial.
• Familiarity with NEC, NFPA 70, NFPA 79, and UL508A.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive control panel designs using AutoCAD or AutoCAD Electrical.
• Create detailed schematics, wiring diagrams, and layout drawings per UL508A.
• Generate accurate BOMs for control panel components.
• Interpret project specs, codes, and customer requirements to design panels.
• Perform power and circuit calculations, including voltage drop.
• Select components for AC/DC circuits, motor circuits, VFDs, PLCs, and networks.
• Collaborate with engineers to integrate PLC logic and HMI.
• Design panels for hazardous locations (Class I Div 1 & 2) per standards.
• Develop field wiring diagrams with conduit and cable schedules.
• Provide technical support to the panel shop during assembly.
• Review designs for compliance and constructability.
• Travel to customer sites for project support.

Skills

Electrical design

UL508A knowledge

Industrial automation

Mentoring

Code knowledge NEC/NFPA

Education

Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD / AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

SolidWorks Electrical

Job description

We are seeking an Electrical Designer with extensive expertise in control panel design to join our team. In this role, you will play a key part in the design, development, and quality assurance of electrical panels from concept to manufacturing. You will also be responsible for mentoring junior designers and ensuring best practices in electrical design are upheld throughout the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop comprehensive control panel designs using AutoCAD or AutoCAD Electrical.
• Create detailed electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and layout drawings in accordance with UL508A standards.
• Generate accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) for control panel components.
• Interpret project specifications, electrical codes, and customer requirements to design suitable panels.
• Perform engineering calculations for power requirements, voltage drop, and circuit sizing.
• Select appropriate components for AC/DC circuits, motor circuits, VFDs, PLCs, and industrial networks.
• Collaborate with electrical engineers to integrate control systems, including PLC logic and HMI programming.
• Design panels for hazardous (Class I Div 1 & 2) locations in compliance with industry standards.
• Conduct SCCR, heating, and cooling calculations and select related components accordingly.
• Develop field wiring diagrams, including conduit sizes, wire sizes, and cable schedules.
• Provide technical support to the control panel shop during assembly and wiring to ensure design accuracy.
• Review designs for compliance, accuracy, and constructability.
• Estimate control panel pricing based on design scope and component selection.
• Adhere to electrical safety standards (NEC, NFPA, UL).
• Mentor and guide junior designers, including conducting design reviews and providing training.
• Travel to customer sites as needed for project support, troubleshooting, or commissioning.

Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field (Bachelor’s preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in electrical design with a focus on UL508A-compliant control panels.
• Strong understanding of electrical theory, power distribution, industrial automation, and control systems.
• Experience in oil and gas, steel, or glass manufacturing industries is a plus.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD / AutoCAD Electrical; experience with EPLAN or SolidWorks Electrical is a plus.
• Knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70, NFPA 79, and UL508A.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Traits of Successful Team Members:

• Strong attention to detail with a high level of design accuracy.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and resolve design challenges.
• Effective communication and organizational skills.
• A collaborative mindset and a willingness to assist others where needed.
• Openness to learning and taking direction.