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HW3

Electrical Controls Designer

HW3, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, us, 70873

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Vice President - Process Controls & Automation Engineering Recruitment About the Role

We are looking for an Electrical Controls Designer with hands‑on experience designing and engineering industrial automation control panels. This role involves developing complete control‑panel packages—from schematics to layouts to component selection—using AutoCAD and working closely with project engineering.

If you have experience building control panels from the ground up and want to be part of a skilled, fast‑moving engineering group, this is an excellent fit.

What You'll Do

Engineer and design industrial automation control panels for power and control applications

Develop detailed wiring diagrams, schematics, layouts, and panel sizing in AutoCAD

Select, specify, and document panel components (PLC hardware, power supplies, breakers, relays, etc.)

Design AC/DC power distribution, grounding, and protection schemes

Produce network diagrams and system architecture drawings

Interpret P&IDs, process flows, and customer specifications to create complete design packages

Ensure panel designs meet industry standards (UL508A and relevant electrical codes)

Collaborate with engineering, fabrication teams, and customers during design reviews

Maintain drawing revisions and BOM accuracy throughout the project cycle

What We're Looking For

Required:

3+ years designing or engineering industrial control panels

5+ years of AutoCAD experience (AutoCAD Electrical preferred)

Strong understanding of panel components, electrical design practices, and control hardware

Ability to translate concepts or rough designs into complete engineering packages

Experience reading and interpreting P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and electrical schematics

Preferred:

Experience with PLC or DCS hardware design

Familiarity with UL508A standards

Background in panel fabrication or systems integration

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full‑time

Industries Automation Machinery Manufacturing

Benefits

Medical insurance

401(k)

Vision insurance

Pension plan

Tuition assistance

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