Sr. Electrical Designer

Fives DyAG Corp is seeking a Sr. Electrical Designer in the Toledo, OH area.

Position Summary

The Senior Electrical Designer Instrumentation & Controls is responsible for the detailed design and development of electrical, instrumentation, and controls drawings for industrial projects. This role supports the full project lifecyclefrom conceptual design through construction and commissioningworking closely with engineers, project managers, and clients. The ideal candidate brings deep AutoCAD expertise, strong industrial controls experience, and the ability to independently execute complex I&C design work.

Key Responsibilities

Instrumentation & Controls Design

• Develop detailed electrical, instrumentation, and controls design packages for industrial facilities and specialty equipment.
• Produce AutoCAD drawings including:
• Instrument loop diagrams
• Control panel and enclosure layouts
• I/O lists and wiring diagrams
• Power and control schematics
• P&ID markups (I&C scope)
• Cable schedules and termination drawings
• Apply industry standards, client specifications, and engineering best practices to all design work.
• Incorporate PLC, HMI, and DCS interface requirements into electrical and instrumentation designs.

Project Execution

• Support projects from proposal/concept through detailed design, construction, and commissioning.
• Review and interpret engineering calculations, specifications, and control narratives.
• Coordinate closely with Electrical Engineers, Process Engineers, Mechanical Designers, and Project Managers.
• Participate in design reviews and incorporate feedback from internal and external stakeholders.
  
  

Field & Construction Support

• Acquire field measurements and field data. Will perform field walk downs of completed designs as well.
• Respond to RFIs, develop redline markups, and issue revised drawings as required.
• Perform or support site visits to verify installations and resolve design-related issues.
  
  

Standards & Quality

• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes and standards (NEC, ISA, NFPA, UL, IEC, client standards, etc.).
• Maintain drawing quality, consistency, and accuracy across projects.
• Support continuous improvement of drafting standards, templates, and workflows.
  
  

Mentorship & Leadership

• Act as a technical resource for junior designers and drafters.
• Review drawings for accuracy, constructability, and adherence to standards.
• Help guide best practices in AutoCAD usage and I&C design methodology.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field.
• 7 years of electrical design experience with a strong focus on instrumentation and controls.
• Extensive experience using AutoCAD for industrial electrical design.
• Proven background in industrial projects (manufacturing facilities, process plants, chemical, refinery, power, water/wastewater, or heavy industrial equipment).
• Strong understanding of:
• Industrial control systems (PLC, HMI, DCS)
• Instrumentation types, signal types, and control methodologies
• P&ID
• Electrical power and control distribution systems
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with hazardous area classifications and intrinsically safe systems.
• Familiarity with panel fabrication, MCCs, VFDs, and motor controls.
• Experience supporting FAT/SAT or commissioning activities.
• Knowledge of additional CAD or design tools (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical) is a plus.
  
  

Physical & Work Environment

• Primarily office-based with occasional travel to industrial job sites.
• Ability to climb ladders, walk job sites, and interact with construction environments when required.