ELECRICAL DESIGN SPECIALIST

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

The Electrical Design Specialist is responsible for developing electrical wiring and interconnection documentation for industrial control and instrumentation systems after device selection and system architecture have been established by the project team. This role applies applicable electrical codes, client specifications, and industry standards to produce practical, compliant designs that support procurement, fabrication, and installation activities within a collaborative environment.

This position works collaboratively across sales, engineering, procurement, and shop operations and may provide hands-on technical support and installation guidance as needed to meet project objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Create one-line electrical wiring diagrams, interconnection drawings between instrumentation and terminal blocks, termination schedules, and cable schedules for control and instrumentation systems.

• Develop wiring diagrams, junction box layout drawings, conduit/cable routing drawings, and electrical bills of material (BOMs) for customer submittals and internal manufacturing.

• Assist marketing staff with quotations as needed.

• Generate work instructions for installation of the electrical scope of supply.

• Interpret and apply NEC, CSA, and ATEX requirements; client electrical specifications; and project-specific standards, with an emphasis on oil & gas and industrial facilities.

• Select electrical interconnecting components, including:

- Wire and cable types

- Conduit systems and fittings

- Cable tray systems and routing concepts

- Cable glands, entry devices, and sealing systems

- Junction boxes and related accessories

• Review project documentation to ensure compliance with electrical codes, hazardous area requirements, and client preferences.

• Develop bills of material (BOMs) for approval of items used in build and procurement of electrical components once client has approved.

• Support shop fabrication and field installation activities by providing technical direction, clarification, and oversight as required.

• Create inquiries to sub-suppliers for component selection and/or costing.

• Perform installation reviews to verify conformance with drawings, specifications, and code requirements.

• Manage order placement, expediting, and shipping coordination for all required electrical components.

• Collaborate with project engineers, electricians, and other disciplines to efficiently resolve design and installation issues.

• Maintain accurate project documentation, drawing revisions, and change records.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree, technical diploma, or equivalent experience in electrical technology, industrial controls, or a related field.

• Proven experience creating electrical wiring and interconnection drawings for industrial control systems.

• Strong working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC).

• Experience interpreting and applying client electrical specifications, preferably in oil & gas or heavy industrial environments.

• Practical understanding of conduit systems, cable tray routing, and cable gland selection.

• Ability to work across multiple functions in a collaborative team-based environment.

• Exceptional customer-facing communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with clients, suppliers, and internal teams both verbally and in writing.

• Experience working on large-scale, complex, and innovative projects, with the ability to review and apply project specifications.

• Schedule-oriented, with strong multitasking skills and the ability to manage and execute multiple projects at various stages simultaneously.

• Excellent judgment and decision-making skills; solution-oriented with the ability to resolve escalated issues.

• Ability to comprehend customer requirements and make appropriate recommendations and briefings; capable of troubleshooting, testing, diagnosing errors or technical problems, and determining cost-effective solutions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting manufacturing or system integration facilities.

• Prior hands-on experience with electrical installation or field work.

• Familiarity with electrical components used in industrial and hazardous area applications, including but not limited to conduit, cable tray, glands, terminal boxes, purge alarms, wiring and insulation types, and HOA switches.

• Familiarity with oil & gas, petrochemical, or industrial facility standards.

• Experience with electrical design software such as AutoCAD or similar tools.