Electrical Designer

Air Comfort, Inc; Lititz (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Comfort, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Designer to create detailed electrical drawings and layouts for control panels and finishing systems.

You will prepare schematics in AutoCAD, develop component layouts, and calculate load currents using Excel, ensuring designs meet specifications and safety requirements. You will collaborate with project managers, controls engineers, and field staff to resolve issues, revise drawings, and track time and material usage.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of electrical design or drafting experience.
• 2–4 years of drafting and design experience, preferably using AutoCAD.
• Strong foundation in electrical theory, circuit design, power systems, and safety regulations.
• Proficient with AutoCAD and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and in a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Design and prepare detailed electrical drawings and schematics in AutoCAD for finishing systems projects.
• Develop layouts and designs for control panels, including interior and exterior components, ensuring fitment and functionality.
• Calculate total load amp current for main control panels and processes using Excel based on motor horsepower.
• Produce 2D AutoCAD drawings and bills of materials.
• Review project specifications and drawings to ensure compliance and inform component design.
• Modify designs to address deficiencies or production issues.
• Coordinate with vendors to acquire items and materials for projects.
• Collaborate with project managers, controls engineers, supervisors, and field personnel to clarify requirements and troubleshoot issues.
• Track engineering time and material purchases against estimates.
• Prepare illustrations and documentation for manuals and maintenance references.
• Document information, positioning instructions, and comments on drawings.
• Attend project meetings and field measurements as needed.
• Support miscellaneous engineering tasks as assigned.

Skills

Electrical theory

Circuit design

Power systems

Independent work

Communication

Education

Vocational school diploma

Associate degree in Electrical Design/Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering high-quality finishing systems for a variety of industrial applications. As an Electrical Designer, you will play a key role in designing and preparing electrical drawings and layouts for control panels and schematic diagrams, supporting both the Panel Shop and field electricians. This position offers the opportunity to work on innovative projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and grow your expertise in electrical design and emerging technologies. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in electrical theory, circuit design, and safety regulations, and will thrive in a collaborative environment with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Design and prepare detailed electrical drawings and schematics in AutoCAD for finishing systems projects.
• Develop layouts and designs for control panels, including both interior and exterior components, ensuring accurate fitment and functionality.
• Calculate total load amp current for main control panels and processes using Excel spreadsheets based on motor horsepower.
• Produce 2D AutoCAD drawings and bills of materials using CAD software.
• Review and analyze project specifications, sketches, and related data to inform component design and ensure compliance with requirements.
• Modify and revise designs to address operating deficiencies or reduce production issues.
• Communicate with vendors to requisition commercial items and materials necessary for project completion.
• Collaborate with project managers, controls engineers, supervisors, and field personnel to coordinate design concepts, clarify requirements, and troubleshoot issues.
• Track engineering time and material purchases, comparing against project estimates to ensure efficiency.
• Prepare illustrations and documentation for reference manuals and technical publications related to system operation and maintenance.
• Document and record information, including positioning instructions and comments on drawings.
• Participate in project meetings and field measurements as needed.
• Support miscellaneous engineering projects and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of related experience in electrical design or drafting.
• Vocational school diploma required; Associate degree in Electrical Design, Engineering, or a related technical field preferred.
• 2-4 years of experience in drafting and design, preferably using AutoCAD.
• Strong foundation in electrical theory, circuit design, power systems, and safety regulations.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a collaborative team.
• Strong communication skills for interacting with internal teams, vendors, and customers.
• Attention to detail and ability to analyze technical specifications and drawings.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and processes.