Control Panel Designer - Industrial Controls Group

Job Description

Job Description

Felix Construction has been building critical water and wastewater infrastructure since 1987, proudly serving the Phoenix and Dallas markets. We’ve kept the close, family-owned feel of our early days while earning the reputation and recognition of a leading general contractor.

Our projects are local, so you don’t live out of a suitcase — you live your life. This commitment to our team and values has earned us recognition as the #1 Top Workplace in Arizona and the #2 Top Workplace in the USA for midsize business in construction from USA Today/AZcentral.com.

And here’s what truly sets us apart: Felix is the only General Contractor in Arizona with in-house General Contracting, Electrical, and Industrial Controls UL508A-certified panel shop—all under one roof. We’ve grown into a $200M company with 400+ employee-owners by keeping it simple: work hard, work safe, and do it right.

We Build What Matters.

As a Design Engineer at Felix Construction, you will be responsible for preparing schematics, layout drawings, bill of materials, and submittals for electrical control panels according to UL508A and NEC. This role is integral to our Electrical Department and contributes directly to the creation of world class industrial control systems. You will collaborate with end-users, consulting engineers, project managers, and panel fabricators to ensure systems meet the highest quality standards.

The position offers opportunities to make an impact while working on a wide variety of projects to solve challenging applications. This role reports to the Design Engineering Manager under the Director of Industrial Automation and Controls, who will provide guidance and support as you help drive Felix's continued success in the industrial construction industry.

What You'll Do

• Utilize AutoCAD to draft electrical schematics, wiring diagram, and panel layouts
• Develop BOMs, I/O lists, and requirements for control panels
• Interpret client specifications and communicate with customers to understand objectives and preferences
• Understand vendor data sheets to determine functionality and applicability of components
• Use knowledge of fabrication techniques, UL standards and field installation to develop drawing packages
• Document control panel designs, revisions, and updates accurately and comprehensively
• Troubleshoot problems that occur during startup that are caused by incorrect drawings, changes in customer desires, inaccurate specifications, or other technical issues
• Collaborate with project managers and estimators to assess potential projects and submit proposals
• Assess current project conditions with field site visits
• Serve as technical lead for design department and mentor less experienced staff, which includes supervising Designers/Drafters

Who You Are

• Electrical Engineering degree from 4-year university or equivalent industrial electrical experience
• 5+ years of experience in industrial controls
• Strong skills in AutoCAD and Bluebeam
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs including but not limited to: Word, Excel, Teams and PowerPoint
• Strong oral and written communication skills in the English language
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
• Ability to take initiative and handle ambiguity professionally
• Must have the legal right to work in the U.S. without sponsorship indefinitely
• Must have a valid driver’s license with a good driving record
• Complete pre-employment drug screen

Why Join Felix Construction

Felix Construction is more than a company—we are an employer and contractor of choice with the leadership and infrastructure to sustainably execute on our growth and deliver on our brand promise. We provide the tools, support, and environment where talented individuals grow while delivering projects communities depend on. Don’t just find a job—build a future with Felix Construction. We offer:

Become an Owner, Not Just an Employee:

As a 100% employee-owned company, our success is your success. Our ESOP program is the foundation of our culture, fostering a unique environment of shared accountability, commitment, and reward.

Discretionary annual bonus program

401k with 6% employer match

Rich benefits package with substantial employer contribution

Generous Time Off Policy (PTO)

8 paid company holidays

Professional development programs, team activities, and organized volunteer initiatives

NOTICE TO EXTERNAL SEARCH FIRMS Felix Construction's Talent Acquisition team is the only authorized department to engage with and execute agreements on behalf of the company with external search firms, staffing agencies, and other third-party recruiting partners. Felix Construction does not accept unsolicited candidate submissions. We will only consider candidates submitted by agencies that have a fully executed agreement with Felix Construction on file prior to the candidate's submission.

Any candidate submitted without an active, fully executed agreement will not be considered a qualified referral, and Felix Construction assumes no obligation to pay any placement or recruiting fees. Additionally, any unsolicited resumes submitted to any Felix Construction employee—including hiring managers or other personnel—will be deemed the property of Felix Construction without any obligation to the submitting agency.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.