Electrical Design Engineer

CPS/Comtech; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

CPS/Comtech is hiring experienced Electrical Designers for a long-term, high-security federal infrastructure project in Utah. Multiple levels of positions are available, all requiring onsite presence and offering competitive hourly pay based on experience. Successful candidates will engage in critical design tasks, ensuring compliance with national standards while collaborating closely with engineers.

Benefits

Full per diem for qualifying travelers

Mobilization assistance if traveling more than 50 miles

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with SmartPlant 3D, AutoCAD, and SmartSketch required.
• Knowledge of NEC, NEMA, ANSI, and IEEE standards needed.
• Experience on DoD, DOE, or similar projects is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Produce 3D models and 2D electrical designs using SmartPlant 3D and AutoCAD.
• Design electrical systems including rooms, conduit runs, and cable trays.
• Support construction teams by resolving design questions and reviewing details.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Ability to multitask

Education

Associate’s degree or CAD Certificate

7–8 years of experience or 9–12 years of electrical design experience

Tools

SmartPlant 3D

AutoCAD

SmartSketch

Job description

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This range is provided by CPS/Comtech. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$40.00/hr - $100.00/hr

Now Hiring: Electrical Designers (Multiple Levels)

Pay: $40–100/hr (based on experience level)

100% Onsite – No Remote

Full per diem and mobilization available if you're 50+ miles from the jobsite

We’re looking for experienced Electrical Designers to support a high-security, federally backed infrastructure project. You’ll be working on major upgrades to critical national defense systems. This is a long-term opportunity with strong pay, great project exposure, and full per diem for qualifying travelers.

There are three openings based on experience level, so whether you’re newer to the field or a senior-level designer, there’s a role that could be a fit.

• Level 1 Designer: $40–50/hr
• Level 2 Designer: $60–70/hr
• Level 3 (Senior Designer): $70–80/hr
• Level 4 80-90/hr
• Level 5 90-100/hr

Full per diem and mobilization are offered if you’re traveling more than 50 miles to the jobsite.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Producing 3D models and 2D electrical designs using SmartPlant 3D, AutoCAD, and SmartSketch
• Designing electrical rooms, conduit runs, cable trays, duct banks, lighting, receptacles, and grounding systems
• Working closely with electrical engineers and fellow designers to create complete, code-compliant design packages
• Supporting field and construction teams by resolving design questions and reviewing installation details
• Running calculations using AGI 32 (for lighting) and ETAP (for grounding)
• Generating material takeoffs and working within SpecsIntact to develop material specs
• Participating in design reviews and constructability discussions

What We're Looking For:

• Associate’s degree or CAD Certificate with 7–8 years of experience, or 9–12 years of electrical design experience
• Hands-on experience with SmartPlant 3D, AutoCAD, and SmartSketch
• Knowledge of NEC, NEMA, ANSI, and IEEE standards
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Ability to multitask and work under pressure with changing deadlines

Bonus if you’ve worked on DoD, DOE, USACE, NAVFAC, USAF, or NASA projects or have experience with ISO-9000 QA systems.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $40.00 - $105.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you have hands-on experience with SmartPlant 3D, AutoCAD, and SmartSketch for electrical design work?
• Are you a U.S. citizen and able to work 100% onsite with no telework options?
• Do you have at least 7 years of electrical design experience, including work on complex facilities or infrastructure projects (e.g., DoD, DOE, USACE, or similar)?

Ability to Commute:

Ability to Relocate:

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

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• Employment type

  Contract

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