Electrical Designer/Drafter

AMERICAN SYSTEMS; Yantic (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking an Electrical Designer/Drafter to support U.S. Navy submarine programs and UUVs.

In this onsite role, you will develop electrical drawings, conduct ship checks, and assist with documentation per Navy and company standards. Under guidance from senior personnel, you will update drawings, perform analyses of power distribution systems, and maintain design files and documentation control processes.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of electrical/electronic engineering principles.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical/electronic specifications and technical drawings.
• Familiarity with 2D drafting and basic circuit design concepts.

Responsibilities

• Research submarine construction using drawings, specs, and tech docs.
• Develop 2D electrical cabling diagrams and wiring tables per standards.
• Perform voltage drop and load balancing calculations for power systems.
• Develop and maintain Lists of Material (LOM).
• Update drawings using redline input from senior staff.

Skills

Electrical principles

Reading drawings

Education

Associate degree in electronics engineering technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

The Electrical Designer/Drafter supports electrical design and drafting efforts for United States Navy submarine programs and Unmanned Underwater Vehicles (UUV)s. Under the guidance of senior design personnel, the Electrical Designer/Drafter develops and updates technical drawings, conducts ship checks, and assists with submarine electrical design documentation in accordance with U.S. Navy and company standards. This role offers a clear pathway to advancement into higher-level engineering support positions through hands‑on experience, training, and demonstrated performance.

This position is 100% Onsite

Responsibilities

• Research submarine construction using ship construction drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Develop 2D electrical cabling diagrams, system interface diagrams and wiring tables in accordance with applicable standards.
• Perform analysis on submarine electrical power distribution systems and perform voltage drop and load balancing calculations.
• Develop, update, and maintain Lists of Material (LOM).
• Apply basic electrical engineering and drafting principles to support design solutions.
• Conduct ship checks on United States Navy submarines to collect field data and verify existing configurations.
• Update and revise drawings using redline input from senior Designer/Drafter personnel.
• Perform self‑checks of drawings and models to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance prior to submittal.
• Participate in internal design reviews and incorporate review comments into assigned drawings.
• Maintain organized electronic design files and adhere to configuration management and document control processes.
• Communicate effectively with engineers, designers, and program team members to clarify design intent and task requirements.
• Track assigned tasks, meet scheduled deliverables, and provide status updates to senior design staff or project leaders.
• Follow company quality management system (QMS) procedures and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Comply with all safety, security, export control, and confidentiality requirements when working in office, shipyard, and onboard environments.

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Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of War (DoW) Secret Clearance (paid for and sponsored by AMERICAN SYSTEMS upon hire)
• Associate’s degree in electronic engineering technology or other Electrical/Electronic related 2-year degree program.

Experience

• Autodesk AutoCAD® or similar 2D drafting software is desired but not required.
• Microsoft Office Software products to include Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
• Technical Skills
• Basic understanding of electrical/electronic engineering principles.
• Basic Circuit Design and Analysis
• Understanding of Electrical Power and Data Network Systems
• Ability to read and interpret electrical/electronic specifications and technical drawings.

Physical Requirements

• Physically capable of conducting ship checks aboard United States Navy submarines.
• Comfortable working in confined spaces.
• Ability to climb vertical ladders ranging from 20 to 25 feet unassisted.

Work Environment

• Work may be performed in offices, shipyards, and onboard submarine environments.
• May require travel to Navy facilities and shipyards (estimated 5-10% of time).

Pay Transparency Statement

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee‑owners. The salary range for this position is USD $25.00/Hr. - USD $28/Hr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

EEO Statement

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