AutoCAD Electrical Designer

ResourceTek is seeking a skilled and experienced Electrical Designer / Drafter with expertise in AutoCAD Electrical to join our team for a 9 month contract in support of our client, a leading tier-one automotive supplier in Muscatine, IA. This role offers the opportunity to utilize your advanced design abilities in creating high-quality electrical systems, components, and processes to support the manufacturing operations of our client.

The ideal candidate will leverage their expertise in electrical design and drafting to support new equipment, facility upgrades, and process improvements while collaborating with a team of engineers across global locations. If you are passionate about contributing to cutting-edge designs and solving complex engineering challenges, this is an exciting opportunity for you!

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

Project Management & Collaboration

• Collaborate with engineers in the Global Engineering Services (GES) department to plan, organize, and execute multiple electrical design projects, ensuring alignment with engineering and manufacturing objectives.
• Manage and track multiple small-to-medium-sized projects, while adhering to timelines, quality standards, and budget constraints.
• Provide day-to-day technical support and assist GES engineers with design solutions to achieve project goals.

Electrical Design & Drafting

• Utilize AutoCAD Electrical and other design tools to create high-quality electrical drawings, schematics, and detailed layouts.
• Perform electrical design and detailing of machinery, systems, and control circuits, incorporating feedback from engineers to refine concepts and designs.
• Design control circuits for instrument components, logic controllers, relays, and power distribution systems.
• Create complete electrical design packages for new machinery, systems, and processes, ensuring compliance with both company and industry standards.
• Review and revise existing design documentation, drawings, and BOMs in response to engineering changes and updates.

Process Improvement & Technology Development

• Actively contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of the department’s design and drafting processes, leveraging industry best practices.
• Recommend innovative solutions for enhancing design efficiency and electrical system reliability based on your technical expertise and creativity.

Design Review & Documentation

• Ensure the accuracy and quality of all design deliverables, including preliminary, conceptual, and construction-ready drawings.
• Verify and validate designs to ensure they meet company and industry standards for safety, functionality, and manufacturability.
• Maintain comprehensive and organized design documentation and reference materials in accordance with company and industry standards.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with mechanical, process, and project engineers to make decisions regarding hardware, system integration, and process optimization.
• Ensure effective communication with global teams, including engineers, plant managers, and other stakeholders, across North America, Asia, South America, Australia, Africa, and Europe.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Prepare detailed electrical design packages and schematics for new equipment, machine systems, and processes.
• Develop and revise control circuits for systems including instrument components, PLCs, and relays.
• Create and verify electrical designs from engineering sketches, specifications, and supporting documents.
• Conduct design reviews to ensure designs meet required specifications, company standards, and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain accurate records of revisions, as-built drawings, and project documentation.
• Work collaboratively to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to specification.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate Degree in Drafting Design Technology or equivalent experience/degree preferred.
• 7 years of relevant drafting experience, with a strong background in electrical design and drafting.
• 5 years of hands-on experience with AutoCAD Electrical, including designing control systems, electrical layouts, and wiring diagrams.
• In-depth ability to read and interpret electrical blueprints and technical specifications.
• Proven ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams to achieve design objectives.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and precision in all design work.
• Excellent time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and take initiative on design improvements.

ResourceTek provides a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes group medical, paid holidays and vacation, 401k participation, Flexspend, and other supplemental benefits.

ResourceTek is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace.