Designer - Electrical

Title: Electrical Designer

Division: Electrical

LJA recognizes that our success depends on the quality of the people we hire. We are currently seeking highly talented individuals that take pride in their work, function exceptionally well in team environments, and contribute to the overall success of the company. As a 100% employee-owned company, we promote an entrepreneurial spirit that helps drive the bottom line and the long-term professional and financial success of our employees. With more than 70+ office locations, LJA is growing and ready for talented people to help us build our future.

Summary: Electrical designer experienced in developing power and controls design packages for various industrial facilities, including lift and pump stations. This role involves collaborating with a team of drafters, designers, and engineers in a fast-paced, project-driven environment. The ideal candidate is proficient in AutoCAD/AutoCAD Electrical & MicroStation with strong drafting skills.

General Responsibilities:

• Develop comprehensive electrical design packages, including plans, elevations, details, diagrams, schematics, and schedules for various industrial facilities with minimal supervision.
• Apply design standards such as NFPA 70 (NEC), API RP 500 when developing and reviewing design packages to ensure compliance and safety.
• Coordinate electrical power and controls design by meeting with engineers and project managers and reviewing project documentation.
• Utilize advanced drafting tools and features such as external references, dynamic blocks, functions, and formulas in AutoCAD/AutoCAD Electrical and other software.
• Manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing workload effectively to meet deadlines under tight schedules.
• Adhere to internal and client-specific drafting and design standards and procedures to deliver high-quality work.

Required Education/Certifications:

• Formal training in AutoCAD with certification or degree and minimum of 5 years professional, full-time experience in electrical design using AutoCAD/AutoCAD Electrical and MicroStation

Required/Preferred Experience:

• Experience coordinating with drafters, designers, and engineers across multiple design disciplines, including civil and mechanical, in an office environment.
• Previous or current experience in an engineering firm, working in an electrical and controls capacity for various industrial facilities.
• Experience working full-time with AutoCAD/AutoCAD Electrical and MicroStation to draft and develop electrical design packages.
• Preferred experience w/ grounding plans, conduit & cable schedule, process & instrumentation diagram, wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Highly motivated, proactive, w/ good communication skills & Attention to detail.