Electrical Designer | Power Generation
Electrical Designer - Power Generation
Location: Remote Flexible
Industry: Power Generation / Energy Infrastructure
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Opportunity
An established engineering consulting organization is seeking an Electrical Designer to support the design and development of electrical systems for power generation and industrial energy projects. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside engineers, project managers, equipment suppliers, utilities, and field teams on a diverse portfolio of generation-focused projects.
Projects may include new facility development, plant expansions, equipment upgrades, modernization efforts, and modifications to existing power infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
Electrical Design & Drafting
- Produce and update detailed electrical design drawings and construction documents using AutoCAD and related design software.
- Develop drawing packages including:
- One-line and three-line diagrams
- Electrical distribution layouts
- Equipment arrangement drawings
- Grounding plans
- Raceway and conduit routing
- Cable tray layouts
- Wiring and control schematics
- Interconnection drawings
- Panel schedules
- Installation and construction details
- Create layouts for generators, transformers, switchgear, motor control centers (MCCs), panels, and associated electrical equipment.
- Incorporate vendor information and engineering requirements into project deliverables.
- Maintain drawing quality, standards, and design consistency throughout project execution.
Project Support
- Assist engineering teams with electrical design packages for generation and industrial power facilities.
- Prepare and support development of:
- Equipment schedules
- Cable and conduit schedules
- Material takeoffs
- Cost estimates
- Design documentation
- Coordinate designs with mechanical, structural, civil, controls, and other project disciplines.
- Review equipment vendor documentation and ensure alignment with project requirements.
- Gather and organize system information to support power system studies and engineering evaluations.
Qualifications
- Strong experience using AutoCAD for electrical design and drafting.
- Ability to develop construction-ready electrical drawing packages.
- Understanding of low- and medium-voltage power distribution systems.
- Ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, equipment drawings, and construction documents.
- Familiarity with:
- Generators
- Transformers
- Switchgear
- Circuit breakers
- MCCs
- Panelboards
- Backup power systems
- Industrial control equipment
- Knowledge of electrical design standards and applicable codes.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Preferred Background
- Associate degree, technical diploma, or equivalent experience in Electrical Design, Drafting, Engineering Technology, or a related discipline.
- 2+ years of electrical design experience in one or more of the following:
- Power generation
- Utilities
- Industrial facilities
- Manufacturing
- Energy infrastructure
- Data centers
- Process facilities
Why Consider This Opportunity?
- Work on generation-focused infrastructure projects.
- Collaborate closely with experienced engineers and technical specialists.
- Exposure to plant upgrades, new facility development, and complex electrical systems.
- Long-term career growth within a growing energy and infrastructure practice.
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