Electrical Substation Designer & Lighting CAD Specialist

Dashiell Corporation; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Dashiell Corporation is seeking an Electrical Designer to support substation design and drafting in our Madison, WI office. You will perform basic calculations, develop CAD drawings, and assist senior designers while learning company standards and procedures.

The role emphasizes collaboration, accuracy, and adherence to electrical codes, with opportunities to advance within the substation design team as you gain experience.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certificate in drafting or engineering technology required.
• Minimum 1 year of drafting and design experience in electrical or related field.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or MicroStation; discipline-specific design software preferred.
• Basic knowledge of power distribution, conduit/cable routing, NEC/NFPA/IEEE standards.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standards and procedures.
• Effective written and verbal communication; ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare electrical engineering drawings and CAD documents under supervision.
• Assist in developing design packages including plans and specifications.
• Perform basic quantity take-offs and material lists from drawings.
• Maintain drawing files and project documentation per standards.
• Review drawings for accuracy prior to submittal to supervisor.
• Coordinate with team to ensure consistency across drawing sets.
• Learn and apply applicable electrical codes and design guidelines.
• Travel for short periods as required by projects.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Written and verbal communication

Electrical design knowledge

Education

Associate’s degree or technical certificate in drafting, engineering technology, or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

P&C design software

Job description

Dashiell Corporation is seeking an Electrical Designer to support substation design and drafting in our Madison, WI office. You will perform basic calculations, develop CAD drawings, and assist senior designers while learning company standards and procedures.

The role emphasizes collaboration, accuracy, and adherence to electrical codes, with opportunities to advance within the substation design team as you gain experience.