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Electrical Designer (Level II, III, or IV)

Company:

Wando Engineering, LLC Location:

North Charleston, SC (In-Person / On-Site)

Compensation:

$65,000 - $125,000 / year (Commensurate with experience) + Paid straight-time overtime About Wando Engineering Wando Engineering, LLC is a specialized, fast-growing engineering firm founded in 2021 in Charleston, SC. We engineer heavy industrial electrical projects across the Southeast. Our primary industries include pulp and paper, power generation, utilities, manufacturing, industrial infrastructure, and chemical processing. We pride ourselves on technical excellence, a collaborative small-team environment, and high-quality project delivery. Position Overview We are seeking an Electrical Designer to join our team in North Charleston to support sustaining project work across South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia, and Georgia. We welcome applications from both degreed Electrical Engineers and experienced, non-degreed Design Technicians. You will collaborate directly with our engineering team to develop robust electrical design deliverables, scaling your responsibilities based on your entry grade level.

Key Responsibilities Develop Construction Packages:

Prepare comprehensive electrical installation drawings using AutoCAD , including power plans, lighting plans, conduit/cable tray routing, equipment layouts and elevations, and single-line diagrams.

Design Control Wiring:

Collaborate with engineers to develop panel bills of materials (BOMs), industrial control panel layouts, point-to-point wiring diagrams, loop sheets, and motor control wiring diagrams (CWDs).

Manage Data Deliverables:

Build and maintain structured project documents, including cable schedules, I/O lists, and instrument indices.

Cross-Discipline Expansion:

Actively learn and adapt to basic industrial instrumentation designs (valves, switches, transmitters) and control system networking.

Qualifications & Experience Requirements Experience Tiers:

Degreed Candidates:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET accredited) + minimum 2 years of industrial engineering firm design experience.

Non-Degreed Candidates:

Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent technical training + minimum 6 years of industrial facility design experience.

Core Technical Skills:

Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word). Working knowledge of industrial power distribution, motor control centers (MCC), and Variable Frequency Drives (VFD). Familiarity with NFPA 70E and heavy industrial electrical safety cultures. Preferred Skills (Pluses): Experience with protection relaying and switchgear drawings. Experience with breaker control/three-line relay protection diagrams is a major plus. Familiarity with industrial control systems (PLC/DCS), specifically Allen Bradley Solutions. Exposure to or experience with power system modelling software such as Easypower, ETAP, or SKM Power Tools. Experience working in a Commercial / MEP design firm would be considered if there is a desire to expand knowledge on industrial systems. Professional Attributes High attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Excellent verbal and written communication. A collaborative mindset suited for a tight-knit, small-team environment. High integrity, self-motivation, and the capability to work with minimal day-to-day supervision.

Work Environment & Travel Requirements Location:

Must reside in the Charleston, SC area or be fully willing to relocate prior to starting.

Travel:

Up to 30% travel to support project site needs in states such as NC, GA, VA, TX, and CO. Travel is typically short-duration (1-3 days) and is 100% reimbursable .

Hours:

Occasional overtime required to meet critical project schedules, paid out at a straight-time hourly rate .

Screening:

Must be able to successfully pass a comprehensive background check and drug screening.

Pay:

$65,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Work Location:

In person