Assistant Electrical Designer

Job Description

Job Description

Assistant Electrical Designer
Location: Charlotte, NC
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire

Position Overview

We are seeking an Assistant Electrical Designer for a contract-to-hire opportunity with our client in Charlotte, NC. This position will support electrical engineering and design teams in developing drawings, layouts, schematics, and construction documentation for a variety of projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with electrical designs including power systems, lighting systems, protection and controls, schematics, grid plans, and site/facility layouts.

• Prepare and revise engineering drawings using sketches, redlines, markups, verbal instructions, and engineering information.

• Utilize 2D and 3D CAD software to develop accurate project drawings and design deliverables.

• Assist with electrical CAD setup, configurations, and project-specific drafting standards.

• Support design layouts, basic calculations, and sizing of electrical system components.

• Review drawings, reports, and technical information to support project design requirements.

• Apply applicable design codes, specifications, and project standards.

• Coordinate with Project Managers, Engineers, Designers, and other disciplines to resolve design and drawing issues.

• Complete assigned design deliverables within established scope, schedule, and budget requirements.

• Maintain organized project drawings, revisions, plot files, and related documentation.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Candidates must meet one of the following:

• Bachelor's degree in Drafting Technology or a related field with 2 years of related experience; or

• Associate degree with 3 years of related experience; or

• 4 years of progressive detailing and design experience.

Additional Requirements

• Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD, MicroStation, and Microsoft Excel.

• Experience utilizing both 2D and 3D design applications.

• Basic knowledge of electrical design, calculations, and design systems.

• Understanding of engineering and design concepts and multidisciplinary project coordination.

• Ability to learn and effectively utilize new design software.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary project team environment.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.