Electrical Design Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Company: C.R. Onsrud

Location: Troutman, North Carolina

Job Type: Full-Time

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary (based on experience)
• Paid holidays and paid vacation
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical insurance (company covers up to 80% of premium)
• Dental and vision insurance
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Voluntary life insurance (employee + family)
• Accident coverage
• Bi-weekly payroll
• Clean, climate-controlled manufacturing environment

About the Company:

For over 100 years, C.R. Onsrud has built a reputation for engineering excellence. We design and manufacture high-performance CNC machinery used by innovative manufacturers across multiple industries. Our team is driven by precision, collaboration, and continuous improvement, delivering machines that push the limits of speed, accuracy, and reliability.

Position Overview:

The Electrical Design Engineer is responsible for designing electrical systems for industrial CNC machinery. This includes electrical schematics, panel layouts, cable drawings, and pneumatic circuits. This role works closely with engineering and shop floor teams to ensure designs translate accurately into production.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design electrical schematics, panel layouts, and pneumatic circuits using AutoCAD Electrical
• Create and maintain electrical drawings, cable assemblies, and documentation
• Develop and manage Bills of Materials (BOMs) for panels and cable assemblies
• Update and maintain existing schematics based on engineering and field feedback
• Select electrical components and create purchasing data sheets
• Interface with vendors for components and technical specifications
• Support production and assembly teams to ensure design accuracy
• Maintain documentation within CAD systems and engineering records

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in electrical design for CNC or industrial equipment
• Proficiency with Autodesk AutoCAD Electrical or similar electrical CAD software
• Strong experience creating electrical schematics and panel layouts
• Experience with cable assemblies and BOM creation
• Knowledge of PLC systems and industrial equipment schematics
• Familiarity with pneumatic systems and circuit design
• Understanding of communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, I/O Link, PROFINET, NetBEUI)
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field or equivalent experience

Preferred Knowledge:

• UL508A
• NEC70 / NFPA79
• CSA and CE standards

Work Environment:

• Onsite role in Troutman, NC
• Hands-on collaboration with engineering and production teams
• Fast-paced, team-oriented environment with shifting priorities

What Success Looks Like:

• Accurate, production-ready electrical designs
• Strong collaboration between engineering and assembly
• Timely completion of multiple projects without sacrificing quality
• Continuous improvement in design efficiency and documentation

EEOC Statement: We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.