Electrical Designer II

Solarcraft; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family-First culture

Career growth

Culture of excellence

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Solarcraft in Sugar Land, TX is seeking an Electrical Designer II to develop complete electrical drawing packages for backup power and integrated PLC systems. The role requires extensive AutoCAD Electrical expertise, ladder-logic drawings, and NEC compliance to translate engineering direction into precise, coordinated packages.

You will collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams on fabrication, wiring, and system integration, ensuring accurate, revision-controlled documentation and

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electrical Design, CADD, or a related technical field preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field is a plus.
• Strong hands-on experience with AutoCAD Electrical, including project setup, schematic drafting, symbol libraries, and reports.

Responsibilities

• Develop complete electrical drawing packages for backup power systems and integrated PLC/control systems using AutoCAD Electrical.
• Translate high-level engineering direction, functional requirements, and equipment information into detailed drawings with minimal drafting oversight.
• Prepare power and control schematics, ladder-style PLC/control drawings, PLC I/O diagrams, panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and BOMs as required.

Skills

AutoCAD Electrical

Ladder-logic PLC drawings

NEC knowledge

Electrical schematics

Panel layouts

Bill of materials

Interpreting engineering concepts

Education

Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or related

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (plus)

Tools

SOLIDWORKS Electrical

Job description

About Solarcraft

At Solarcraft, we design and build integrated outdoor automation and power systems for Upstream, Midstream, Utility, Communications, and Remote Automation environments. With in-house engineering, metal fabrication, control panel integration, and solar and UPS power solutions, our teams work side by side to deliver reliable, rugged systems proudly made in the USA. Our success is driven by the people behind the work and the care they bring to every project.

Total Rewards

Our Total Rewards package reflects our commitment to fairness, respect, and long-term growth. We offer competitive compensation that is based on skills, experience, qualifications, and job-related requirements. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports you and your family, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Living Our Core Values

Solarcraft is guided by a strong set of values established by our President and lived out every day by our team. These values shape how we treat our customers and each other:

• C – Clarity: Never make a customer wait or wonder
• R – Responsibility: Be efficient, proactive, and engaged
• A – Accuracy: Make quality a habit
• F – Fulfillment: Enjoy your job
• T – Tenacity: Continuously improve

Why Join Solarcraft

• Family-First Culture: Work in an environment where people are respected, supported, and valued as part of a close-knit team.
• Career Growth: Build a meaningful career with opportunities for development, learning, and advancement.
• Culture of Excellence: Collaborate with talented professionals who take pride in their work and support one another.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy benefits designed to support your professional success and personal well-being.

Position Summary

The Electrical Designer II develops complete electrical drawing packages for backup power systems and integrated PLC/control systems. This role requires extensive AutoCAD Electrical expertise, knowledge of ladder-logic-style PLC drawings and NEC requirements, and the ability to translate high-level engineering direction into accurate, coordinated, finished electrical packages with minimal drafting oversight. The designer works with engineering and manufacturing teams to support review, fabrication, wiring, and system integration.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop complete electrical drawing packages for backup power systems and integrated PLC/control systems using AutoCAD Electrical.
• Translate high-level engineering direction, functional requirements, sketches, and equipment information into detailed drawings with minimal day-to-day drafting oversight; identify missing information and resolve questions with engineering.
• Prepare power and control schematics, ladder-style PLC/control drawings, PLC I/O diagrams, panel layouts, terminal plans, wiring and interconnection diagrams, cable schedules, and bills of materials as required by each project.
• Use AutoCAD Electrical project tools to manage symbols, component tags, wire numbering, cross-references, drawing organization, and reports consistently across the package.
• Incorporate applicable National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements and project standards into drawings, coordinating code-related design questions with engineering.Coordinate electrical interfaces and component information with engineering, controls, and manufacturing teams to support fabrication, wiring, and system integration.
• Review drawing packages for completeness, accuracy, and consistency; incorporate review comments, production redlines, and testing feedback, and maintain revision-controlled and as-built documentation.
• May perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electrical Design, Computer-Aided Drafting and Design (CADD), or a related technical field preferred. Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field is a plus.
• Extensive hands‑on experience and advanced proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical, including project setup, schematic drafting, symbol libraries, component tagging, wire numbering, cross-references, and report generation.
• Demonstrated ability to take high-level direction and independently develop a complete, accurate electrical drawing package through engineering review and final release.
• Knowledge of ladder-logic-style PLC/control drawings, PLC I/O documentation, relay logic, and electrical wiring schematics.
• Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and the ability to apply relevant requirements to electrical drawings.
• Ability to interpret engineering concepts, equipment specifications, and manufacturer documentation, with strong attention to detail, revision control, and communication.
• Electrical design experience with backup power systems and integrated PLC/control systems, with a strong understanding of Solarcraft’s industry and the applications these systems support.
• Knowledge of UL 508A and experience documenting industrial control panels to its requirements preferred.
• Knowledge of and hands‑on experience with SOLIDWORKS Electrical preferred.
• Relevant technical education, training, or practical experience in electrical design and drafting.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Computer-based electrical design and drafting, with regular collaboration with engineering, controls, and manufacturing teams.
• Regular computer use and detailed review of electrical drawings and technical documentation.