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Electrical CAD Designer

$115k - $145k
Full-time

Hill International

Job Description

Hill International is seeking an Electrical CAD Designer in Berkeley, CA

We are seeking an experienced 3D Electrical CAD Designer to join our engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing detailed electrical designs, schematics, and bills of materials that translate engineering concepts into manufacturable products. The ideal candidate brings several years of hands-on CAD experience, strong attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset.

This is a rare opportunity to apply your technical expertise while contributing to groundbreaking projects like the ALS-U (Advanced Light Source Upgrade), which will expand scientific discovery for decades to come.

Responsibilities

  • Create and maintain electrical models, wiring diagrams, schematics, and panel layouts using industry-standard CAD software, in particular AutoCAD Electrical, AutoCAD Inventor and KiCad.
  • Collaborate with mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, and project managers to ensure designs meet technical requirements and integrate seamlessly with overall product assemblies.
  • Generate bills of materials (BOMs), wire/cable lists, and supporting documentation for manufacturing and assembly teams.
  • Ensure all designs comply with relevant industry standards, codes, and internal quality requirements.
  • Review and revise designs based on feedback, design reviews, and engineering change orders.
  • Maintain organized design files, libraries, and revision control within Windchill's documentation system.

Qualifications

  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Drafting/Design, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years of professional experience in electrical CAD design (AutoCAD Electrical or KiCad) building and integrating complex models.
  • Demonstrated experience producing manufacturing-ready documentation including BOMs and wire/cable schedules in industry.
  • Understanding of PLM/PDM systems for version control and design management.
  • Strong understanding of electrical principles, components, schematics, and wiring practices.
  • Familiarity with electrical standards and codes (e.g., IPC, IEC, UL, NEC, as applicable).
  • Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills with ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines.
  • Must be local to Berkeley; Full-time on-site position.
Preferred Qualifications
  • 8+ years of practical experience with electrical CAD software (AutoCAD Electrical or KiCad)
  • Experience with 3D mechanical CAD integration and electromechanical design.
  • Experience working in the Windchill environment
  • Prior work in complex industrial electrical equipment or highly technical and advanced engineering designs.
  • Experience with harness design tools and routing software.
The salary range for this position is $115,000-$145,000. The offered salary will be based on the applicants qualifications, education, experience and work location.

Depending upon your employment status, Hill's comprehensive benefits may include, Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurances, Business Travel Accident Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Commuter Benefits, Legal Assistance, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Auto & Home Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Voluntary Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance. Paid Time Off (PTO), Holidays, 401(K) Retirement Savings Plan, Employee Referral Program, Professional Certification Incentive Program, Hill University Learning and Development, Tuition Reimbursement, EAP, Years of Service Awards Program.

About Us

Hill International, with more than 4,400+ professionals in over 100 offices worldwide, provides program management, project management, construction management, project management oversight, advisory, facilities management, and other consulting services to clients in a variety of market sectors. Engineering News-Record magazine recently ranked Hill as one of the largest program management firms in the world. For more information on Hill, please visit our website at .

Hill is exclusively a program, project, and construction management provider, meaning we have one focus as a company: protecting client interests. Free of any potential conflicts, our entire business is geared towards helping clients achieve their desired outcomes. We are dedicated to exceeding expectations throughout the entire construction project lifecycle and adapt to the needs of each assignment to develop tailored approaches and solutions to meet those needs.

Hill is a GISI Consulting Group company, part of the Global Infrastructure Solutions, Inc. (GISI) family of companies. Learn more about GISI Consulting Group at .

Hill International is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veteran/Disabled




Note : This job description is intended to provide an indication of the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions to be carried out as part of fulfilling the role mentioned in the job title. Various other duties as required.

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