Designer - Electrical

POSITION OVERVIEW

As a Electrical Designer at LJA Energy, you will develop power and controls design packages for industrial facilities, including lift and pump stations. This role works closely with drafters, designers, and engineers in a fast-paced, project-driven environment and focuses on producing accurate, compliant electrical designs using AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, and MicroStation.

TYPICAL DAY

• Developing electrical design packages including plans, elevations, details, diagrams, schematics, and schedules with minimal supervision
• Applying applicable design standards such as NFPA 70 (NEC) and API RP 500 to ensure safety and code compliance
• Coinciding power and controls design by working closely with engineers and project managers
• Reviewing project documentation to support accurate and efficient electrical design development
• Utilizing advanced drafting tools and features such as external references, dynamic blocks, functions, and formulas
• Managing multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Adhering to internal and client-specific drafting and design standards to deliver high-quality work

REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS

• Formal training in AutoCAD with a certification or degree
• Minimum of 5 years of professional, full-time experience in electrical design using AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, and MicroStation

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Professional experience developing electrical and controls design packages for industrial facilities
• Full-time experience drafting with AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, and MicroStation
• Experience coordinating with drafters, designers, and engineers across multiple disciplines, including civil and mechanical
• Previous or current experience working in an engineering firm in an electrical and controls capacity
• Strong drafting skills with attention to detail
• Highly motivated, proactive, with strong communication skills

IDEALLY, YOU SHOULD ALSO HAVE

• Experience preparing grounding plans, conduit and cable schedules, process and instrumentation diagrams, wiring diagrams, and schematics
• Ability to effectively prioritize workload and manage deadlines in a project-driven environment

POSITION BENEFITS

At LJA, we're 100% employee-owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long-term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee-owners (and growing), we're building something big!

• Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s
• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support
• Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most
• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team
• Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow
• Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives
• Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career
• Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.