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Electrical Designer

Zachry Group
Charlotte, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 12/23/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/4/2026
Job Description

Involved in application of general design practices. Will select and recommend procedures in design and prepare preliminary designs for Engineer’s approval. Performs non routine and complex assignments involving responsibility for planning and conducting a complete project of relatively limited scope or a portion of a larger and more diverse project. Selects and adapts plans, techniques, designs, and coordinates the work. Reviews, analyzes, and integrates the technical requirements and design approaches. Review work for technical adequacy and satisfaction of requirements. Position skills are heavily focused on electrical design but have a working technical knowledge of other discipline design requirements. May be designated as the technical services design checker on assigned project. Capable of coordinating with others within their discipline to successfully complete project assignments. Provide field support including field verifications for retrofit applications, as-built documentation, on-site procurement and installation supervision.

Responsibilities

  • Design review to assure adherence to applicable codes, standards, and project requirements.
  • Design raceway systems including underground ductbanks, cable tray and above ground conduit.
  • Design lighting systems including interior, exterior and roadway lighting.
  • Design grounding systems.
  • Coordination with engineering and other crafts to assure a complete, coordinated design.


Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

  • High school diploma or Associates Degree with adequate drafting courses.
  • Minimum of 5 years of electrical design experience within the Power/Energy and Industrial Industry areas.
  • 2D and 3D CAD experience required.
  • Must have a working knowledge and computer-aided drafting applications AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office software, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required.
  • Must be able to understand and comply with company policies, procedures, and processes.
  • Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Must be organized, self-directed, able to prioritize and multi-task, work in a team environment and take direction from others.
  • Willingness to travel and work in office and field environments as necessary.
  • Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code.


Preferred Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree or Associates Degree.
  • Experience with AVEVA E3D and/or Bentley MicroStation preferred.
  • Certificate in Design/Drafting.
  • 5-7 years of electrical design experience preferred.


Physical Demands

Employee will be required to communicate in person, via telephone, email, use of arm/hand steadiness, manual dexterity, finger dexterity, multi limb coordination, oral expression, and comprehension. May be required to lift, carry and move objects safely.

Work Environment

Work will be in a general office environment operating and functioning in a fast-paced work environment. Occasionally required to work in an industrial location where noise levels will be moderate to high. Job sites may contain the following: light to heavy equipment vehicles, small to large equipment, materials, communication equipment and tools, people standing, walking, sitting, signaling, and talking. Noise levels vary and may include bells, whistles, and alarms.

The above description covers the fundamental responsibilities of the Electrical Designers position. It shall not be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day.

Zachry Group is dedicated in providing a Safe and Drug Free work environment; and is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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