Electrical Design Drafter - AutoCAD & Schematics

ASTEC; Blair (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Astec is seeking an Electrical Drafter/Engineer to create electrical drawings and associated documents for the Electrical Engineering Department. You will work with multiple departments to determine customer requirements for electrical and control components.

Responsibilities include preparing detailed electrical drawings, bills of materials, routing, and notes; processing orders; and assisting in determining power requirements and installations. Some travel and overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or a minimum of two years of equivalent knowledge/experience in a related field.
• Experience with AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of the National Electric Code and UL requirements.
• Ability to select proper components, size starters, breakers, wiring and conduit.
• Ability to read electrical ladder diagrams and mechanical drawings.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical circuits.
• Knowledge of PLC's/No Programming Required.
• Willingness to travel occasionally and work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepares detailed 3-phase, single-phase and low-voltage DC electrical drawings including
• Creates electrical bills of material, purchased parts lists, cable routing, and operational notes.
• Processes sales orders and work orders.
• Interacts with Engineering, Sales, Service to determine/confirm customer requirements
• Coordinates with Procurement to ensure long lead time items may be identified and addressed
• Assists in determining power requirements, troubleshooting of electrical systems, and aiding in installations and permitting for customers.
• Supports as necessary lending assistance in electrical and controls troubleshooting.
• Supports the work order process by attending sales order meetings to gather/confirm electrical design requirements.
• Collaborative electrical print checking
• Timely and accurate correction/resolution of drawing errors
• Engage in Continuous Improvement projects and activities as assigned.

Skills

AutoCAD

Ladder diagrams

Troubleshooting

PLC knowledge

Electrical drawings

Education

Associate degree or 2 years experience

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Astec is seeking an Electrical Drafter/Engineer to create electrical drawings and associated documents for the Electrical Engineering Department. You will work with multiple departments to determine customer requirements for electrical and control components.

Responsibilities include preparing detailed electrical drawings, bills of materials, routing, and notes; processing orders; and assisting in determining power requirements and installations. Some travel and overtime may be required.