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Electrical Designer


Job Location:

Pittsburgh, PA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 16 September 2026 (5 days ago)
Application Deadline: 14 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Summary

The Electrical Designer is responsible for developing high-quality electrical drawings 3D models and layout packages for industrial and commercial projects. The role requires strong technical knowledge of electrical systems NEC standards and construction practices. The designer collaborates with engineers project managers and other design disciplines to produce coordinated codecompliant deliverables.

Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare electrical layouts oneline diagrams wiring diagrams grounding plans lighting layouts and panel schedules.
  • Develop conduit cable tray and equipment routing using 2D and 3D modeling tools.
  • Work with engineers to support load calculations panel schedules breaker sizing and circuiting.
  • Translate engineering requirements into accurate and constructible drawings.
  • Coordinate electrical design with architectural mechanical structural and instrumentation disciplines.
  • Maintain accurate revision control and adhere to company drawing standards.
  • Assist with field verification redlines and asbuilt documentation.
  • Generate electrical material takeoffs device counts and conduit/cable quantities.
  • Participate in BIM coordination using software such as Navisworks Revit or AutoCAD Electrical.
  • Ensure compliance with NEC NFPA IEEE and client standards.
  • Contribute to design review meetings and support constructability discussions.

Qualifications
  • 35 years of electrical design experience in industrial commercial or utility environments.
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD AutoCAD Electrical and/or Revit; experience with BIM preferred.
  • Working knowledge of power distribution lighting systems grounding raceways and control systems.
  • Strong understanding of NEC and other applicable electrical codes.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and vendor documentation.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel Word Outlook).
  • Strong organizational communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
Requirements
  • Associates degree or technical certificate in Electrical Engineering Technology Electrical Design or similar field.
  • Experience working in industrial plants oil & gas manufacturing or large commercial facilities.
  • Understanding of control panel layouts instrumentation drawings and PLC integration.
  • Familiarity with Navisworks Revit MEP or other 3D coordination tools.

Physical Requirements: Will regularly sit use of hands/fingers talk/hear. Will occasionally stand walk grasp reach w/ hands/arms bend/stoop/kneel/squat/crawl. Lift up to 10lbs. Near vision. Ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment: Will regularly be in an office. For the most part ambient room temperatures lighting and traditional office equipment as found in typical office environment. Moderate noise level. Employees must use personal protective equipment as deemed necessary by the industry/construction safety standards and/or by McCarls safety policy and procedures. To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each activity duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed here are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required however are not comprehensive. Items may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working at McCarls

There is a reason why McCarls is consistently ranked among the leading industrial contractors in the country: the caliber of our people. We are committed to recruiting and retaining professional dependable team members who are dedicated to customer satisfaction exceptional job performance and attention to detail. We build upon this strong foundation by offering ongoing training career development and opportunities for growth.

Realizing our employees go above and beyond for the company and our customers we believe they deserve a robust benefits package. The benefits package we offer to all regular full-time employees includes:

  • Yearly discretionary bonus potential in addition to base salary
  • 100% Company paid benefits (medical dental & vision) for employees and their dependents based on a preferred plan
  • 100% Company paid S/LTD Life and AD&D insurance for employees
  • 401(k) Employee Contributions - eligible on first day of employment
  • 401(k) Employer Match and discretionary Profit Sharing
  • Vacation days based on service level
  • 8 Paid Company Holidays

McCarls and Affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age genetic information disability veteran status or on any other characteristic protected by law.


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Located in Beaver, Pa., McCarls is a leading provider of industrial and mechanical contracting and pipe fabrication services with over 70 yrs of experience.

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