Electrical Designer (Remote)
Location: Remote (U.S.-Based)
Compensation: $50.00 – $65.00 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k) options available
About the Opportunity
We are actively seeking experienced Electrical Designers to support a variety of industrial, energy, manufacturing, and process facility projects throughout the United States. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals who enjoy working in a collaborative engineering environment while contributing to the development of complex electrical design packages for large-scale capital and maintenance projects.
The ideal candidate will possess strong technical design capabilities, experience working within multidisciplinary project teams, and the ability to independently develop construction-ready electrical design packages with minimal supervision.
Position Summary
As an Electrical Designer, you will work closely with Electrical Engineers, Designers, Project Managers, and other technical disciplines to develop and deliver detailed electrical designs for industrial facilities. You will be responsible for creating and coordinating construction documents, supporting project execution, conducting design reviews, and ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, and client requirements.
This role offers the opportunity to work remotely while supporting projects across industries such as Oil & Gas, Refining, Petrochemical, Energy, Mining, Manufacturing, and other industrial sectors. Occasional travel to client sites may be required.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop detailed electrical design packages for industrial and process facility projects.
- Design wiring, conduit, cable tray, grounding, power distribution, and lighting systems.
- Prepare and maintain construction drawings utilizing AutoCAD and other design software.
- Collaborate with Electrical Engineers and multidisciplinary project teams throughout project execution.
- Coordinate project deliverables, schedules, and design requirements.
- Perform field verification and as-built documentation activities.
- Review and incorporate vendor documentation into project designs.
- Participate in interdisciplinary coordination with piping, controls, instrumentation, mechanical, and civil teams.
- Contribute to and extract information from 3D design models when applicable.
- Prepare and maintain project documentation, material take-offs (MTOs), and bills of materials (BOMs).
- Perform quality checks and ensure design compliance with applicable codes, standards, and client requirements.
- Support project document control and drawing management processes.
- Mentor junior designers and provide technical guidance as appropriate.
Typical Design Deliverables
- Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
- Electrical Single-Line Diagrams
- Power Distribution Drawings
- Grounding and Bonding Plans
- Lighting Layouts and Photometric Designs
- Motor Control Schematics
- Switchgear Control and Wiring Schematics
- Hazardous Area Classification Drawings
- Heat Trace Designs and Drawings
- Conduit and Cable Tray Layouts
- Installation Details
- Plot Plans and Equipment Layouts
- Bills of Material and Material Take-Offs
Required Qualifications
- Associate degree or higher in Engineering Technology, Drafting, Design, or a related technical discipline; OR equivalent industry experience.
- 8+ years of electrical design experience supporting industrial facilities.
- Experience supporting projects within Oil & Gas, Refining, Petrochemical, Chemical Processing, Manufacturing, Energy, Mining, or similar industries.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD (2010 or newer versions).
- Experience designing electrical systems for NEC-classified hazardous locations.
- Ability to develop complete construction drawing packages.
- Familiarity with stage-gated project execution processes.
- Strong understanding of applicable electrical codes and standards.
- Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with 3D design platforms and modeling software.
- Knowledge of control systems and instrumentation design.
- Previous experience working onsite within industrial operating facilities.
- Experience supporting maintenance, reliability, turnaround, or capital project teams.
- Lighting design and heat trace application experience.
- Experience mentoring junior designers and technical staff.
- Strong understanding of multidisciplinary engineering workflows.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to perform occasional site visits to industrial facilities.
- Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and elevated platforms while utilizing required personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Ability to walk on uneven terrain and navigate active industrial environments.
- Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer workstation.
- Ability to lift up to 15 pounds when required.
What We're Looking For
We are seeking professionals who are self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of producing high-quality design work with minimal supervision. Successful candidates are collaborative team players who communicate effectively, take ownership of their work, and continuously seek opportunities to improve project outcomes and technical excellence.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees and applicants are treated with respect and dignity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.