Electrical Designer: CAD & PLC Controls

Hawkins, Inc.; Loves Park (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawkins, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Designer to create instrument & controls drawings, panel layouts, and wiring diagrams for our WaterSurplus segment. You will assist with CAD drawings, QA, and updates to ensure project alignment with customer specifications.

Responsibilities include reviewing specs, completing drawings, and supporting field startups at client sites. Travel 10–25% is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of Engineering and Technology experience.
• Experience using CAD software such as AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, PCSCHEMATIC is a plus.
• Ability to read electrical drawings, P&iD diagrams and use basic electrician tools.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and draft electrical panels layouts, line wiring, and cabinet designs.
• Perform QA review of electrical systems and instrumentation.
• Support project management in customer design approvals and changes.
• Assist with field startups, installations, and travel to client sites.

Skills

Engineering experience

Troubleshooting

Read electrical drawings

P&ID reading

PLC I/O knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in electrical/automation

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

PCSCHEMATIC

Job description

Hawkins, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Designer to create instrument & controls drawings, panel layouts, and wiring diagrams for our WaterSurplus segment. You will assist with CAD drawings, QA, and updates to ensure project alignment with customer specifications.

Responsibilities include reviewing specs, completing drawings, and supporting field startups at client sites. Travel 10–25% is expected.