Electrical Prefab Designer — Design, Build & Optimize

ArchKey Solutions; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

ArchKey Solutions seeks an Electrical Prefabrication Designer to advance prefabrication operations by developing detailed, code-compliant design solutions for wall rough, lighting control systems, and electrical room builds.

You will collaborate with project teams, field leadership, VDC, and shop teams to ensure prefab deliverables improve field efficiency, standardization, and quality across regions.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Technology, Electrical Design, or related experience.
• Journeyman Inside Wireman certification or equivalent electrical field experience.
• 5+ years of experience in electrical prefabrication, detailing, or design roles.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, or other design/BIM software.
• Prior experience supporting prefabrication shops, VDC coordination, or field installation teams.
• Strong understanding of electrical installations, lighting control systems, prefabrication methods, and NEC requirements.
• Proficiency in Bluebeam and Microsoft Excel; familiarity with Word and Outlook.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, one-line diagrams, specifications, and schematics.
• Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deliverables with accuracy and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Develops detailed prefabrication build sheets, layout drawings, riser diagrams, and assemblies for wall rough, lighting control, and standard prefabrication packages and advanced applications such as electrical rooms, conduit rack systems, and equipment assemblies.
• Reviews drawings for NEC compliance, constructability, and alignment with prefabrication standards.
• Utilizes Bluebeam and Excel to create, revise, and annotate prefabrication documentation; familiarity with AutoCAD or Revit is a plus.
• Prepares material take-offs and supports procurement coordination for all prefabrication assemblies.
• Maintains organized documentation, version control, and approval tracking for all design deliverables.
• Partners closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, Foremen, and Prefabrication Shop teams to ensure prefab deliverables align with project goals and schedules.
• Attends prefabrication, coordination, and planning meetings to support design intent, sequencing, and field efficiency.
• Works with Prefabrication Shop Leads to optimize assembly layouts, build sequencing, and packaging for efficient delivery and installation.
• Performs self-checks and participates in peer reviews prior to releasing design packages for production.
• Ensures all prefabrication designs meet company standards, NEC requirements, and field constructability expectations.

Skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Technology, Electrical Design

Journeyman Inside Wireman certification or equivalent electrical field experience

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam

Microsoft Excel

Job description

ArchKey Solutions seeks an Electrical Prefabrication Designer to advance prefabrication operations by developing detailed, code-compliant design solutions for wall rough, lighting control systems, and electrical room builds.

You will collaborate with project teams, field leadership, VDC, and shop teams to ensure prefab deliverables improve field efficiency, standardization, and quality across regions.