Larson Design Group

Electrical Instrumentation Designer - Energy

Larson Design Group • $75K — $95K *
Raleigh, NC 27610In-Person
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
2 months ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associates or Bachelor's degree in a Technical discipline preferred
  • Minimum of eight (8) years' job-related experience
  • Strong understanding of job management and deliverables
  • Proficient in AutoCAD and AutoCAD Electrical, preferred
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Uses AutoCAD software for complex design work
  • Leads design activities and provides technical guidance
  • Develops and reviews drawing packages for compliance
  • Plans and manages drawing issues aligned with project schedules
  • Supports estimating and proposal development with design input
  • Documents fact-finding field trips into design documents
  • Performs quality control reviews on design work
  • Coordinates with engineers and project managers to resolve issues
  • Mentors and trains technicians for skill development
  • Participates in ongoing training to maintain technical proficiency

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities
  • Mentoring and training programs
  • Supportive work environment for skill and knowledge advancement
  • Access to the latest software and technologies
  • Opportunities to lead and manage projects
Full Job Description
Your Opportunity + Impact

The Electrical Instrumentation Designer performs advanced computer-aided drafting (CAD) and design, applying established and emerging drafting methods, techniques, and procedures. This role routinely works independently and provides technical leadership to other technicians, including planning, organizing, and prioritizing work to meet project objectives. The position serves as a subject-matter resource and may specialize in one or more areas of Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) design.

Key Responsibilities
  • Uses AutoCAD software and advanced features such as AutoCAD Electrical to perform complex design work; demonstrate a strong understanding of job management, schedules, and deliverables.
  • Leads and coordinates design activities for assigned projects, including task planning, workload distribution, and technical guidance to other designers.
  • Develops, reviews, and approves drawing packages, ensuring compliance with project requirements, client standards, and applicable codes.
  • Plans, manages, and executes drawing issues and transmittals to align with project milestones and schedules.
  • Supports estimating and proposal development by providing design input, man hour estimates, and technical clarifications.
  • Leads and documents fact-finding field trips; translate field conditions into accurate and constructible design documents.
  • Performs quality control reviews of design work prepared by others to ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to standards.
  • Coordinates with engineers, project managers, and other disciplines to resolve design issues and support integrated project execution.
  • Mentors and trains technicians, contributing to skill development, knowledge transfer, and continuous improvement.
  • Leverages software tools to efficiently create, modify, and enhance timesheets, expense reports, project document control, and drawing management systems.
  • Participates in ongoing training to maintain technical proficiency and stay current with industry standards, software, and best practices.
  • Performs additional duties as assigned in support of project and departmental objectives.
  • Applies detailed knowledge of electrical plans (A/G and U/G), conduit details, wiring schematics, one-lines, loop drawings, panel design, and instrument installation details.
  • Demonstrates familiarity with applicable electrical codes and standards, including NFPA 70 (National Electrical Code).

Education and Experience
  • Education: Associates or Bachelor's degree in a Technical discipline preferred.
  • Experience: Minimum of eight (8) years' job-related experience.
  • Licensure/Certification: n/a

Preferred Qualifications
  • Demonstrates a strong desire to expand knowledge and take on new responsibilities within the field.
  • Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, and/or other discipline-specific programs preferred.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook).
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and meet project deadlines effectively.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a project team.

About Larson Design Group

Larson Design Group is an engineering, architecture, and surveying firm based in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. The firm was founded in 1986 and has since grown to include over 400 employees in 12 offices across the United States. Larson Design Group provides a wide range of services, including civil engineering, environmental engineering, transportation engineering, architecture, and surveying. The firm has worked on numerous high-profile projects, including the construction of the Williamsport Regional Airport and the design of the Susquehanna Riverwalk in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Larson Design Group is committed to providing innovative, sustainable solutions to its clients and has been recognized for its excellence by various organizations, including the American Council of Engineering Companies and the Pennsylvania Society of Professional Engineers.
Learn more about Larson Design Group
Size
400 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
* Ladders Estimates

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