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Fully Remote Electrical Designer

Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
San Diego, San Diego County, California, 92101, USA
Listing for: Actalent
Full Time, Remote/Work from Home position Listed on 2026-11-08
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    CAD/ AutoCAD/ Mechanical Design, Engineering Design & Technologists, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 75000 - 95000 USD Yearly USD 75000.00 95000.00 YEAR

Job Description & How to Apply Below

Job Title:

Electrical Designer

Job Description

The Electrical Designer prepares detailed architectural, mechanical, and electrical drawings while ensuring accuracy and adherence to specifications. This role interprets bid letters, customer specifications, and customer-supplied drawings to develop complete design packages, performs standard engineering calculations, and creates work orders and Bills of Material alongside drawing production. The position provides technical support to internal teams and customers and includes occasional travel to support projects and collaborative initiatives.

Responsibilities
  • Prepare a wide range of detailed architectural, mechanical, and electrical drawings with a strong focus on accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project specifications.
  • Interpret and break down information from bid letters, customer specifications, and customer-supplied drawings to develop comprehensive and coordinated design packages.
  • Perform standard engineering calculations, including AC service, HVAC, energy load, and structural calculations, to support design decisions and ensure system performance.
  • Develop work orders and detailed Bills of Material (BOMs) concurrently with drawing production to ensure timely and accurate documentation for manufacturing and installation.
  • Provide technical support and guidance to factory personnel, sales teams, and customers, helping to clarify design intent, resolve technical questions, and support project execution.
  • Collaborate regularly with cross-functional teams, including design, factory, and sales, to align project requirements, resolve issues, and maintain consistent design standards.
  • Utilize industry-standard software tools such as AutoCAD and/or Revit, Microsoft Word, and Excel to produce drawings, documentation, and calculations.
  • Support continuous improvement of design processes and documentation practices by applying strong technical aptitude across architectural, mechanical, and electrical disciplines.
  • Travel occasionally to project sites, customer locations, or other facilities to support projects, provide technical assistance, and participate in team meetings when required.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned by the department leadership to support departmental goals and overall project success.
Essential Skills
  • Strong technical aptitude in architectural, mechanical, and electrical design disciplines, with the ability to integrate these areas into cohesive design solutions.
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or Revit, using the latest software releases to produce accurate and detailed design drawings.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel for documentation, reporting, and engineering calculations.
  • Solid understanding of algebra, geometry, and engineering-related mathematical formulas to perform standard engineering calculations such as AC service, HVAC, energy load, and structural calculations.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across design, factory, sales, and customer teams.
  • Ability to interpret bid letters, customer specifications, and customer-supplied drawings and translate them into complete design packages.
  • Attention to detail and strong organizational skills to manage drawing production, work orders, and Bills of Material concurrently.
  • Ability to provide clear and reliable technical support to internal teams and customers.
Additional

Skills & Qualifications
  • Experience working in a design and engineering environment that relies heavily on computer-based tools and industry-standard software.
  • Comfort working across multiple disciplines, including architectural, mechanical, and electrical, in a coordinated project setting.
  • Ability to adapt to evolving project requirements and perform additional duties as needed to support departmental and project objectives.
  • Willingness to travel occasionally to project sites, customer locations, or other facilities to support projects and internal teams.
Work Environment

The role operates in a professional design and engineering environment that relies heavily on computer-based tools and industry-standard software, including Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel, and the latest releases of AutoCAD and/or Revit. Work is primarily office-based and focuses on detailed drawing production, engineering calculations, and documentation. The position involves regular collaboration with design, factory, and sales teams, fostering a supportive and technically driven culture.

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