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Electrical and Instrument Designer Baton Rouge, LA
Job Location:
Job Location:
Baton Rouge, LA - USA
Hourly Salary:
USD 55 - 60
Hourly Salary:
Posted:
29 September 2026 (28 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
27 December 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Job Title:
Electrical and Instrument Designer
Location:
On-site - Baton Rouge LA
FLSA Classification
Non-exempt
Job Description:
Orbital Engineering Inc. is seeking an experienced Electrical and Instrument Designerto support our Baton Rouge LA office. The nature of the position involves working on multiple projects with other Designers and Engineers to support our industrial clients needs. A successful candidate will excel in a team environment is highly self-motivated and is skilled in coordinating with other disciplines to ensure overall design this role the candidate will also be expected to meet with new and existing clients conduct field walks for projects and develop multi-disciplined proposals.
Essential Functions
- Assist in developing detailed engineering schedules and man-hour budgets for projects.
- Perform and/or participate in site visits and field walks.
- Coordinates and develops drawings and associated documents for projects.
- Develops and compiles engineering design packages.
- Work in a team environment supporting multiple projects at one time.
- Assist Engineers and direct less experienced Designers in the design drafting and development of installation drawings.
- Reviewing vendor shop/fabrication drawings/documents.
- Ensures that Client Industry and Orbital guidelines standards and practices are being followed.
- Capability to perform quality control checks of design packages.
- Manage and schedule an design and drafting team.
- Develop estimates and proposals for new multi-disciplined work.
Other Duties
Please note that this job posting does not list all duties and responsibilities that are required of this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
Qualifications:
- Five (5) plus years electrical and instrument design and technician experience with clients in pipeline chemical refining terminal and/or power industries.
- High School Diploma is required.
- Design and drafting experience using AutoCAD and/or MicroStation products.
- Thorough understanding of and aptitude for current computer software including CAD systems and general Office Products.
- Working knowledge of the NEC and industry standards.
- Experience with AutoCAD 2D & AutoCAD Plant 3D
- Experience with 3D Modeling
- Experience with InTools
- Self-starter works independently with little direction
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Understanding and aptitude in the use of current computer software including CAD systems Microsoft Office products and design software
- Has or can acquire:
- TWIC
- OSHA Basic
- DISA Background
- Other Orbital and client required training as-needed
This position requires the ability to pass a post-offer drug (including marijuana) and alcohol test in compliance with Federal regulations and is also subject to random testing as a condition of continued employment.
Location Note:
This is an on-site position. Compensation is based on market data and internal equity and may vary depending on the candidates location.
Salary Range:
$55.00 - $60.00 hourly (based on experience qualifications and location)
Benefits:
A commitment to excellence and hard work will be rewarded with a competitive salary career advancement opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health financial security and work-life balance. Our benefits include medical dental vision and prescription drug coverage; a 401(k)-retirement savings plan; and supplemental insurance options. We also provide company-paid life and AD&D insurance company-paid short-term disability coverage and a generous paid time off program to ensure you have the support and flexibility you need both professionally and personally.
About Orbital:
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Since 1969 Orbital has been specializing in project development project execution and asset management for the heavy industrial sectors and utilities. Our regional offices hands-on mentality and world-wide integrated teams provide an ability to leverage subject matter experts and industry best-practices wherever a project may lie geographically. Our focus steadfastly remains on finding and delivering the best solution regardless of where that team sits across our organization. At Orbital our power is our people.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race religion color national origin gender sexual orientation age marital status veteran status or disability status.
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