Electrical Designer/Drafter I

American Systems; Norwich (CT); On-site; USD 34,440 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid leave

Retirement plans

Education and training assistance

Job summary

American Systems in Norwich, Connecticut is hiring an Electrical Designer/Drafter I. This entry-level position supports electrical design for Navy submarine programs. Responsibilities include developing technical drawings, conducting ship checks, and assisting with design documentation.

The role is entirely onsite and offers growth opportunities into more advanced engineering positions. Candidates need U.S. citizenship and an associate's degree in electrical engineering technology. The salary for this position ranges from $25 to $28 per hour with various benefits.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Clearance.
• Comfortable conducting ship checks aboard submarines.

Responsibilities

• Research submarine construction and develop cabling diagrams.
• Perform analysis on power distribution systems and calculations.
• Maintain organized electronic design files and comply with quality system procedures.

Skills

Basic understanding of electrical/electronic engineering principles

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings

Microsoft Office

Basic Circuit Design and Analysis

Understanding of Electrical Power and Data Network Systems

Autodesk AutoCAD

Education

Associate’s degree in electronic engineering technology

Job description

Overview

The Electrical Designer/Drafter I is an entry-level position that 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 I 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 Electrical Designer II and 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.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) 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

EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status