Electrical Designer II

Job Description

Job Description

Position:  Electrical Designer II or Electrical Designer III

Reports to:  Chief Engineer

Supervisory Responsibilities:  None

CMD’s Purpose:  Making It Better Together … We believe in building lifelong partnerships, providing high performing equipment and value-added solutions. We empower and trust our employees to take initiative and make decisions that drive our business forward. We strive to make a positive impact on the world around us. 

Electrical Designer Summary: The Electrical Designer II is responsible for the design, development, and documentation of electrical systems, components, and assemblies in support of product and project requirements. This role applies established electrical design principles and practices to develop accurate, manufacturable, and reliable solutions with a greater degree of independence than an entry-level designer. The Electrical Designer II collaborates closely with engineers, manufacturing, quality, procurement, and other cross-functional teams to translate requirements into detailed schematics, layouts, drawings, and bills of material. The role also supports design reviews, prototype and production activities, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement while contributing technical knowledge and sound judgment to achieve performance, quality, cost, and schedule objectives.

While this position is posted as an Electrical Designer II, candidates with additional experience, education, and demonstrated capabilities may be considered for placement as an Electrical Designer III. Please refer to the attached Electrical Designer III job description for additional details.

Electrical Designer Essential Functions:

• Design and develop electrical components, assemblies, layouts, schematics, and related documentation based on engineering requirements, project specifications, and established design standards.
• Independently create, modify, and maintain accurate electrical drawing packages using AutoCAD, SOLIDWORKS Electrical, and other applicable design tools.
• Translate engineering concepts and requirements into practical, manufacturable electrical designs while considering functionality, reliability, safety, cost, and ease of assembly.
• Select and specify electrical components, materials, hardware, and related design elements appropriate for the application and project requirements.
• Develop and maintain bills of material (BOMs), component specifications, manufacturing tolerances, wire and cable information, and other technical documentation required to support production and assembly.
• Apply electrical drafting and design standards, including appropriate schematic conventions, drawing practices, tolerances, and document-control requirements.
• Participate in design reviews and collaborate with engineers, manufacturing, quality, procurement, and other stakeholders to evaluate designs, identify potential issues, and implement effective solutions.
• Support prototype builds, testing, and production activities by providing technical information, reviewing design performance, and resolving electrical design-related issues.
• Investigate and troubleshoot design and manufacturing issues, determine appropriate corrective actions, and incorporate approved changes into drawings, models, and related documentation.
• Review design work and documentation for accuracy, completeness, manufacturability, and consistency with engineering requirements and established quality standards.
• Manage assigned design activities and deliverables, communicate project status, identify potential risks or delays, and complete work within established schedules.
• Provide technical guidance and support to less-experienced designers as appropriate and share knowledge of design practices, tools, and processes.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve electrical designs, documentation, manufacturability, efficiency, quality, and design processes.
• Maintain current knowledge of relevant electrical design practices, industry standards, technologies, and CAD tools to support ongoing product and process improvements.
• Support special projects and other engineering or design initiatives as assigned.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Support CMD’s values and contribute to customer success.

Other Duties : Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. 

Electrical Designer Competencies:

• Proficiency with SOLIDWORKS Electrical and AutoCAD for creating and maintaining electrical schematics, layouts, assemblies, and design documentation.
• Ability to interpret project requirements, technical specifications, and design standards to support accurate electrical designs.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve design issues in collaboration with engineering and production teams.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• High attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, complete, and well-organized design documentation.
• Working knowledge of electrical components, bills of material, manufacturing processes, and applicable industry standards.
• Ability to prioritize work, manage multiple assignments, and meet project timelines in a fast-paced environment.
• Curiosity and willingness to learn new tools, technologies, and design practices that support continuous improvement and customer success.

Education and Experience:

• Associate degree in Electrical Design, Electrical Engineering Technology, Computer-Aided Design, or a related technical field preferred.
• Three or more years of related electrical design experience, preferably in a manufacturing or custom equipment environment.
• Experience creating or maintaining electrical layouts, schematics, assemblies, and bills of material using AutoCAD and/or SOLIDWORKS Electrical.
• Working knowledge of electrical components, manufacturing documentation, and design standards preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience will be considered.

Additional Details and Requirements:

Work Environment:  CMD is located in Appleton, WI. Our three facilities operate by secure entry, are well lit, air temperature controlled for comfort, and clean with low noise. Safety is our top priority. Our culture is centered around mutual respect, clarity of communication, and employee wellbeing.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods while working at a desk or computer.
• Capacity to use standard office equipment such as computer, telephone, and videoconferencing.
• Ability to navigate manufacturing floor environment, which may include walking on uneven surfaces, climbing stairs, and standing for extended periods of time.
• Capacity to wear personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, ear protection, and hard hat as needed.
• Ability to tolerate exposure to moderate levels of noise, vibration, odor, and varying temperatures in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to follow health and safety guidelines and protocols including emergency procedures.
• Regular, predictable attendance is required.

Status:  Non-exempt

Travel:  None

Work Authorization/Security Clearance/Confidentiality: Must be authorized to work in the United States and adhere to CMD’s confidentiality agreement(s).

EEO Statement:   CMD Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, parental status, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.