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Electrical Drafter

empirical Foods
South Sioux, NE Full Time
POSTED ON 9/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/15/2026
This position combines practical electrical knowledge with technical drafting and documentation skills to create complete drawing packages from concept through manufacturing and field installation. Candidates may come from backgrounds such as electricians, panel builders, controls technicians, or technical electrical programs.

Electrical Drafting, Design Documentation, and 3D Modeling

  • Create detailed 2D drawings, 3D models, and documentation packages for industrial control panels, and electrical installations based on designs and direction provided by the Electrical Design Group.
  • Develop complete project drawing packages including
    • Electrical schematics
    • Panel layouts
    • Panel Room equipment layouts
    • Detailed, dimensioned drawings for installation
    • Wiring diagrams
    • One-line diagrams
    • Bills of Materials (BOMs)
  • Review project documentation for technical accuracy, scope, and compliance.
  • Support design revisions during fabrication and project execution.

Collaboration & Technical Support

  • Work closely with electrical design group, electricians, and project teams, to ensure successful project execution.
  • Assist with troubleshooting, startup, and commissioning support as needed.


Standards & Compliance

  • Design in accordance with applicable codes and standards including NEC (NFPA 70), NFPA 79, UL 508A, and relevant ISA/IEC standards.
  • Ensure proper wire routing, grounding, labeling, component spacing, and safe design practices.
  • Design Ensure proper wire routing, grounding, labeling, component spacing, and safe design practices. Maintain drawing accuracy and revision control in accordance with company standards.
  • Support standardization and continuous improvement.


Additional

  • Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Perform all other duties as assigned.
  • Must have regular and punctual attendance.


Skills And Abilities

  • Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and control drawings.
  • Understanding of three-phase power systems, industrial controls, and electrical theory.
  • Familiarity with industrial electrical codes, standards and best practices.
  • Ability to perform under deadlines and manage multiple project priorities.


Demonstrated Competencies

  • Strong organization, and attention to detail.
  • Mechanical aptitude.
  • Problem solving
  • Effective communication


Physical Requirements

  • Primarily office/design-based with regular interaction with the Electrical Design group and in-house electrical contractor.
  • Production facility to provide support during fabrication, testing, startup, or commissioning.


Experience Experience with AutoCAD preferred. 3D Modeling experience such as Inventor or Solid Works.

Education Degree, diploma, technical training, or equivalent hands-on experience in electrical technology, controls, or automation. Practical experience in industrial electrical systems, control panels, or automation will be considered in lieu of education.

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