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DESIGNERS / DRAFTERS
Electrical Control Panel Designer Pittsburgh, PA Posted: 4/28/2025
Job Description
Job ID#:
5557
Job Category:
DESIGNERS / DRAFTERS
Position Type:
Permanent or Contract
Duration:
Temp or Direct
Technical Solutions Inc. is currently seeking an Electrical Control Panel Designer, for our client in the Pittsburgh, PA area.
The Electrical Designer should have extensive expertise in control panel design to join their team. In this role, you will play a key part in the design, development, and quality assurance of electrical panels from concept to manufacturing. You will also be responsible for mentoring junior designers and ensuring best practices in electrical design are upheld throughout the organization.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop comprehensive control panel designs using AutoCAD or AutoCAD Electrical.
- Create detailed electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and layout drawings in accordance with UL508A standards.
- Generate accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) for control panel components.
- Interpret project specifications, electrical codes, and customer requirements to design suitable panels.
- Perform engineering calculations for power requirements, voltage drop, and circuit sizing.
- Select appropriate components for AC/DC circuits, motor circuits, VFDs, PLCs, and industrial networks.
- Collaborate with electrical engineers to integrate control systems, including PLC logic and HMI programming.
- Design panels for hazardous (Class I Div 2) locations in compliance with industry standards.
- Conduct SCCR, heating, and cooling calculations and select related components accordingly.
- Develop field wiring diagrams, including conduit sizes, wire sizes, and cable schedules.
- Provide technical support to the control panel shop during assembly and wiring to ensure design accuracy.
- Review designs for compliance, accuracy, and constructability.
- Estimate control panel pricing based on design scope and component selection.
- Adhere to electrical safety standards (NEC, NFPA, UL).
- Mentor and guide junior designers, including conducting design reviews and providing training.
- Travel to customer sites as needed for project support, troubleshooting, or commissioning.
Job Requirements
Qualifications:
- Associate's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field (Bachelor's preferred).
- 5+ years of experience in electrical design with a focus on UL508A-compliant control panels.
- Strong understanding of electrical theory, power distribution, industrial automation, and control systems.
- Experience in oil and gas, steel, or glass manufacturing industries is a plus.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD / AutoCAD Electrical; experience with EPLAN or SolidWorks Electrical is a plus.
- Knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70, NFPA 79, and UL508A.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Outlook).
Traits of Successful Team Members:
- Strong attention to detail with a high level of design accuracy.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and resolve design challenges.
- Effective communication and organizational skills.
- A collaborative mindset and a willingness to assist others where needed.
- Openness to learning and taking direction.
Technical Solutions Inc. provides a wide range of staffing services throughout Western Pennsylvania, Ohio and West Virginia. Simplify the job search process by letting us do all the work! With 30 years of expertise, we have the resources, techniques and insights to guide your job search. Our staff will work with you one-on-one to understand your needs and discuss your options. We can even send your resume to multiple job openings that you are a fit for, giving you opportunities to choose from. We reach out to hiring managers for feedback, coordinate and schedule interviews, and advocate on your behalf so that you get the best offer possible. At TSI, we genuinely care about our employees and want to see you succeed. No candidate is ever promised something we do not deliver. The best part is that there are no fees or cost for any of our services. For more information on our company and to view all of our exciting job opportunities, please visit www.tsiwork.com or give us a call at 724-733-2100.