What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Designer (AutoCAD, EPLAN) - 27928 position at CEI?
CEI’s entertainment client is seeking an Electrical Designer to join their team!
Job at a glance:
- This is a long-term contract, with an initial term of 22 months, planned for extension and/or permanent placement
- Pay rate is $31-$35/hr W2 optional benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, accrued sick time)
- This role is fully onsite Monday-Friday in Anaheim, CA
- Seeking candidates experienced with 2 years of experience with AutoCAD, EPLAN, solid understanding of electrical/mechanical design
Join a highly collaborative and innovative team where imagination meets engineering excellence! As a Ride & Show Electrical Designer, you'll work in a dynamic environment alongside Engineers to develop both conceptual and production-level design packages supporting exciting capital and expense projects. Your passion for CAD design layouts, attention to detail, and dedication to quality will help bring magical guest experiences to life.
What You'll Do
Each day brings new challenges and opportunities! In this role, you will:
- Create electrical control system designs and detailed CAD drawings to support project requirements
- Participate in and contribute to project design reviews with internal and external partners
- Determine appropriate documentation for design releases, including Acceptance Test Procedures (ATP) and Operational Test Procedures (OTP)
- Utilize Engineering Communication Forms (ECF) and Engineering Change Orders (ECO) to manage design control
- Conduct research to gather historical and background data supporting design development
- Identify and specify materials, vendors, and processes aligned with project needs
- Ensure all design work complies with applicable codes, regulations, and industry standards, including the California Ride Law
- Collaborate with vendors and fabrication shops to verify alignment with design documentation
- Support Engineers and Document Management teams in submitting as-built documentation into the Electronic Data Management System (EDMS)
- Stay informed on the latest technologies, materials, and design practices—and share insights with the team
Basic Qualifications
We’re looking for candidates who bring:
- 3 years of experience in electrical controls design within a multi-disciplinary technical team
- Strong proficiency in AutoCAD and EPLAN (professional training or certification a plus)
- Solid understanding of electrical/mechanical design and manufacturing practices
- Working knowledge of materials (metals, composites, plastics), welding, finishing processes, and ASME standards (Y14/Y14.5)
- Proficiency in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines with minimal supervision
- Excellent communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and time management skills
- A proactive attitude with a strong sense of ownership and initiative
- Physical ability to sit for extended periods and occasionally access confined spaces, climb ladders, or gather field data after hours
Preferred Qualifications
- 2 years of experience in a theme park or themed entertainment design environment
- GD&T professional training or certification
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or similar credential
- Advanced EPLAN experience
Required Education
- Associate's degree in a related field or equivalent work experience
Salary : $31 - $35
