Electrical CAD Drafter - PLC & Automation

Location: St. Louis, MO
Pay: $25.00–$32.00 per hour, based on experience
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 1st Shift
Job Type: Full-Time | On-Site

Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Electrical CAD Drafter – PLC & Automation to join a growing engineering team in St. Louis, MO.

This position is responsible for creating, modifying, and maintaining electrical schematics, PLC control drawings, wiring diagrams, and electrical panel layouts for industrial equipment and automation systems.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in AutoCAD Electrical, industrial electrical controls, and PLC-based automation systems. We are looking for someone who enjoys electrical drafting, takes pride in accuracy, and can work closely with Electrical Engineers to develop and maintain high-quality technical drawing packages.

Key Responsibilities

• Create, update, and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control drawings using AutoCAD Electrical.
• Develop electrical control panel and enclosure layouts for industrial machinery and automation systems.
• Prepare and revise drawings involving PLC hardware, I/O modules, relays, contactors, motor controls, VFDs, and sensors.
• Review electrical drawings for accuracy, inconsistencies, and missing information.
• Modify existing electrical drawing packages based on engineering markups and redlines.
• Adapt previous project drawings for new equipment and applications.
• Generate and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) and related technical documentation.
• Update title blocks, project information, and electrical drawing templates.
• Organize and maintain electrical drawing files and documentation.
• Collaborate with Electrical Engineers to ensure designs meet project specifications.
• Assist with standardizing drawing packages and improving drafting processes.
• Manage multiple drafting projects while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.

Required Qualifications

• Experience using AutoCAD for electrical or technical drafting.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control drawings.
• Understanding of PLC-based control systems and industrial automation.
• Familiarity with electrical control components, including relays, contactors, sensors, and motor controls.
• Experience creating or modifying electrical control panel layouts.
• Ability to interpret engineering redlines and make accurate drawing revisions.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify errors in electrical drawings.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with an engineering team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with AutoCAD Electrical.
• Experience drafting PLC control systems and industrial automation equipment.
• Knowledge of PLC hardware, I/O modules, VFDs, motor starters, and electrical control components.
• Experience creating electrical schematics, panel layouts, and wiring diagrams.
• Experience generating Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Vault or similar drawing management systems.
• Previous experience supporting manufacturing equipment, industrial machinery, or industrial furnace systems.
• Experience developing standardized electrical drawing templates.

What We're Looking For

We are especially interested in candidates who have experience with electrical drafting for industrial controls and automation systems, rather than exclusively mechanical or architectural drafting.

The ideal candidate will be:

• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on drawing accuracy.
• Comfortable working with electrical schematics and PLC control hardware.
• Experienced in modifying and maintaining complex electrical drawing packages.
• Organized and capable of managing multiple projects.
• Comfortable collaborating with Electrical Engineers.
• Interested in improving drafting standards and processes.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Monday–Friday, 1st-shift schedule

Apply Today!

If you have experience in Electrical CAD Drafting, AutoCAD Electrical, PLC Controls, or Industrial Automation, we encourage you to apply!

Join an engineering team where your technical drafting skills and attention to detail will directly support industrial equipment and automation projects.

Join a team that values hard work, professional growth, and employee success. Our clients are established organizations that invest in their people, provide opportunities for advancement, and foster collaborative work environments.