What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical CAD Designer position at AP Executive Staffing?
AP Executive Staffing is partnering with a well-established manufacturing company in the Buffalo area to identify a talented Electrical CAD Designer to join their growing engineering team!
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on electrical design, working with advanced CAD software, and collaborating with engineering and manufacturing teams to bring complex equipment and systems to life.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in SolidWorks Electrical, experience designing industrial electrical systems, and the ability to develop detailed drawings that support equipment fabrication, assembly, and production.
What You'll Be Doing
- Develop detailed electrical drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts for industrial equipment and systems.
- Utilize SolidWorks Electrical to create and modify electrical designs, including component layouts, cable routing, and electrical assemblies.
- Prepare accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs), equipment documentation, and drawings for manufacturing and installation.
- Work closely with engineering and production teams to ensure designs are practical, accurate, and ready for manufacturing.
- Support the design and integration of electrical components, control panels, instrumentation, and power distribution systems.
- Review and update existing designs, manage drawing revisions, and incorporate engineering changes.
- Troubleshoot design-related issues and assist manufacturing teams with technical questions throughout the production process.
- Participate in design reviews and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and manufacturability.
What We're Looking For
- Associate's or bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electrical Design, or a related field.
- Approximately 3–8 years of experience in electrical CAD design, electrical drafting, or industrial equipment design.
- Advanced experience with SolidWorks Electrical Schematic and 3D is required.
- Strong background creating electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, control panel layouts, and manufacturing drawings.
- Knowledge of industrial electrical systems, including PLCs, VFDs, motor controls, instrumentation, and power distribution.
- Experience with electrical assemblies, cable routing, and integrating electrical components into mechanical equipment.
- Familiarity with electrical codes and industry standards, including NEC, NFPA 70, and UL508A.
- Experience creating BOMs, managing engineering changes, and maintaining accurate design documentation.
- AutoCAD Electrical experience is a plus.
- Experience with industrial automation, manufacturing equipment, or other engineered systems is highly desirable.
What Makes Someone Successful in This Role?
- Strong technical skills with excellent attention to detail.
- A hands-on approach to design and problem-solving.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with engineers, designers, and manufacturing teams.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- A genuine interest in electrical design, manufacturing, and continuous improvement.