Lead Electrical CAD Designer – Data Center Infrastructure

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Texas.

📋 Description

• Develop 2D and 3D models of electrical systems, especially for intricate projects or when visualization is essential.

• Engage in design reviews to verify accuracy and adherence to specifications.

• Demonstrate advanced expertise in various CAD tools, including AutoCAD Electrical, Revit, Windchill, Autodesk Inventor-EMX, and Autodesk Fusion, to design, draft, and model complex electrical systems for power and automation controls.

• Possess a strong grasp of electrical symbols, power systems, and automation control principles to accurately generate designs that align with technical specifications and standards.

• Collaborate closely with engineers and fellow designers to fulfill product specifications and performance criteria.

• Alter and refine designs to rectify operational deficiencies or mitigate production issues.

• Create and update engineering drawings, schematics, BOMs, and layouts as necessary.

• Review and validate designs to ensure compliance with required quality and safety benchmarks.

• Exhibit exceptional attention to detail to guarantee the precision of measurements, dimensions, and design specifications.

• Utilize strong analytical skills to interpret complex technical drawings, including single line diagrams, wiring diagrams, schematics, power plans, automation controls, ladder diagrams, and electrical device specifications.

• Design and develop schematic PLC input/output connections.

• Have knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials to produce feasible and cost-effective designs.

• Assess and optimize manufacturing assembly processes by designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing techniques and equipment, collaborating with equipment vendors, and gathering feedback from production teams.

• Skilled in creating detailed electrical designs of components, sub-assemblies, and system integration.

• Capable of generating a Bill of Materials (BOM) for manufacturing release.

• Maintain relationships with power systems, electronics, control component suppliers, and contract manufacturers.

• Stay informed about the latest technologies and methods to ensure competitive and cost-efficient designs.

• Consult with management and production personnel to evaluate engineering feasibility and cost-effectiveness.

• May perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Design, or a related field is mandatory.

• 6-8 years of experience in electrical design, particularly in the power distribution or data center sectors.

• Demonstrated experience as a CAD designer, ideally within an electrical engineering context.

• Proficient in CAD software (AutoCAD Electrical, Revit).

• Strong understanding of electrical systems, integration strategies, and system coordination.

• Excellent problem-solving abilities and meticulous attention to detail.

• Effective communication skills for liaising with engineers, manufacturers, and clients, clearly and efficiently explaining designs and modifications.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.

• Paid time off accruing at a rate of 3.07 hours during your first year of employment.

• 4 weeks of paid parental leave.

• 11 company-paid holidays (9 fixed holidays and 2 optional floating holidays), subject to annual change.

• 401(k) retirement plan.

• Employee stock purchase plan.