Electrical Designer: Controls, Panel Layouts & Field Startup

WaterSurplus; Loves Park (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawkins, Inc./WaterSurplus is seeking an Electrical Designer to design instrument & controls, create panel layouts and wiring diagrams, and assist with QA and programming updates. Responsibilities include reviewing specifications, drafting CAD drawings, and coordinating with project teams. Travel to client sites is possible.

Minimum 5 years in engineering/tech with CAD experience; familiarity with AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN or PCSCHEMATIC is a plus. Strong troubleshooting skills required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering/tech experience in electrical design.
• Experience with CAD software and electrical drafting tools.
• Ability to read P&IDs and electrical drawings; field startup travel optional.

Responsibilities

• Reviews customer specifications to assure project compatibility with company capabilities.
• Creates CAD drawings for electrical design of panel layouts, wiring, and cabinet design.
• Performs QA review of electrical systems, instrument selection, calibration, and wiring; completes QA documentation.
• Assists Project Management in negotiations with customers to approve product designs and changes.
• Discusses project specifications with production and other departments to fulfill requirements.
• Assists sales with questions about electrical controls and instrumentation.
• Supports contractors in electrical aspects of equipment designs and fabrication.
• Performs or assists with equipment startups and field installations; may travel 10–25%.
• Assists PLC programming and HMI development under supervision of electrical engineer.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

CAD software

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

PCSCHEMATIC

PLC & I/O

Electrical drawings

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Two year associate degree in electrical or automation

Job description

Hawkins, Inc./WaterSurplus is seeking an Electrical Designer to design instrument & controls, create panel layouts and wiring diagrams, and assist with QA and programming updates. Responsibilities include reviewing specifications, drafting CAD drawings, and coordinating with project teams. Travel to client sites is possible.

Minimum 5 years in engineering/tech with CAD experience; familiarity with AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN or PCSCHEMATIC is a plus. Strong troubleshooting skills required.