Electrical Designer

Downers Grove, IL 60515

Employment Type: Permanent Job Category: Electrical Engineering Job Number: 45705938 Compensation: $90000-95000 / year

Job Description

Electrical Designer – Industrial Automation Systems
?Downers Grove, IL
? $85,000 – $95,000 + Bonus
✨ Full Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO, Sick Days, etc. 

About the Role
We’re looking for a hands-on Electrical Designer to join our team and support the design of control systems for automated industrial environments. In this role, you’ll work with engineers and clients to create safe, efficient, and compliant designs that help drive real-world automation projects forward.
What You’ll Do
  • Design electrical control schematics and panel layouts using AutoCAD
  • Collaborate with engineers and customers on BOMs and project documentation
  • Manage job data and track progress in our ERP system
  • Ensure designs meet NEC, UL508A, and SCCR requirements
  • Provide design support during fabrication and installation
  • Update and finalize drawing sets based on team feedback
  • Help drive projects to on-time, on-budget completion
What We’re Looking For
  • Associate degree in Electrical Technology or equivalent technical certification
  • 3+ years of industrial electrical design experience, including:
    • 480VAC/3P systems
    • IO systems, VFDs, motor starters, servo drives
    • Conduit and cable tray design
    • Panel layouts with safety/spacing standards
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and MS Excel
  • Experience with Allen-Bradley products (IO, VFDs, etc.)
  • Strong working knowledge of UL508A, NEC, and industrial power systems
Why Join Us?
  • Competitive pay ($85k–$95k + bonus)
  • Comprehensive benefits package (Health, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO)
  • Collaborative, team-oriented environment
  • Opportunity to make an impact on cutting-edge automation projects
 

Meet Your Recruiter

Liz Galvan

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. 

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