Electrical Designer - Controls & CAD for Water Treatment

Hawkins Inc.; Loves Park (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawkins, Inc./WaterSurplus is seeking an Electrical Designer to craft instrument & controls drawings, panel layouts, and wiring for products, including new rental fleet and surplus assets. Travel to client sites is possible.

The role requires CAD proficiency, PLC programming exposure, and strong problem-solving skills, with a minimum of 5 years in engineering and related fields. Benefits are offered by Hawkins.

Qualifications

• Two year associated degree in electrical or automation field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of Engineering and Technology experience.
• Experience with CAD software and electrical drafting tools.

Responsibilities

• Reviews customer specifications to ensure project compatibility with capabilities.
• Creates CAD drawings for panel layouts, wiring, and cabinet design.
• Performs QA review of electrical systems, instrumentation, and wiring.
• Assists project management in design negotiations with customers.

Skills

CAD software

Electrical drafting

PLC programming

HMI screens

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in electrical or automation

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

PCSCHEMATIC

Job description

Hawkins, Inc./WaterSurplus is seeking an Electrical Designer to craft instrument & controls drawings, panel layouts, and wiring for products, including new rental fleet and surplus assets. Travel to client sites is possible.

The role requires CAD proficiency, PLC programming exposure, and strong problem-solving skills, with a minimum of 5 years in engineering and related fields. Benefits are offered by Hawkins.