Electrical CAD Designer - Control Panels & Custom Automation

Electrical CAD Designer – Control Panels & Custom Automation

$65,000 – $85,000 Base Salary • Greater Milwaukee Area • 100% Onsite • Full Benefits

• EXPERIENCE: 5+ years of dedicated experience developing industrial electrical schematics and panel layouts
• INDUSTRY BACKGROUND: 5+ years with a machine builder, robotics integrator, conveyor systems integrator, or custom automation firm
• SOFTWARE: High proficiency in standard CAD; hands-on experience with AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical, E-Plan, or Sky-Plan is a major plus
• EDUCATION: Degree optional—practical design depth, drafting velocity, and real-world execution speed are what matter most
• REQUIREMENTS: US Citizen or Green Card holder residing within a comfortable 45-minute daily commute of the facility

For an Electrical CAD Designer who thrives on technical variety and rapid execution, this direct-hire seat provides an exceptional environment to expand your automation knowledge. The employer is a dynamic, highly agile controls partner experiencing rapid regional expansion due to surging demand for smart warehouse, factory floor, and automated solutions. To support their growth, they have expanded into an additional, freshly purchased 6,000 sq. ft. UL panel production facility.

The company rejects rigid corporate silos and glass ceilings. One week you might map out a software-to-hardware interface, and the next you'll dive deep into a comprehensive electrical layout for a multi-axis robotic cell. You will be part of a collaborative, zero-bureaucracy team alongside top automation professionals, backed by a comprehensive corporate benefits package, a company-matched retirement plan, and a rock-solid project pipeline.

What You Will Be Doing (Daily Responsibilities)

• Generate, modify, and finalize robust electrical schematics, power distribution diagrams, and control panel layouts for high-complexity custom automation projects.
• Manage and drive large-scale blueprint packages (frequently spanning multi-page drawing sets) with a sharp focus on drafting efficiency, accuracy, and output speed.
• Translate physical system architectures—including robotic welding cells, high-speed conveyor sortation networks, and specialized testing equipment—into clean, functional CAD drawings.
• Collaborate closely with build technicians, project engineers, and client stakeholders to ensure all schematics conform to bill of materials (BOM) specifications and engineering standards.
• Utilize a practical understanding of electrical components to design systems highly optimized for seamless physical assembly on the panel shop floor.

What We Are Looking For (Requirements & Qualifications)

• 5+ years of verifiable experience drafting and engineering industrial electrical schematics for real-world panel builds and controls systems.
• Complete mastery of CAD software, with hands-on experience using AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical, E-Plan, or Sky-Plan preferred.
• 5+ years of dedicated industry experience working for a custom machine builder, robotics integrator, or material handling/conveyor systems integrator.
• High drafting velocity and focus, with a natural drive for fast execution on large-scale production drawing sets without sacrificing accuracy.
• Permanent residence located within a comfortable 45-minute commute of the Greater Milwaukee area.