Electrical CAD Designer (Onsite) | 1-Year Contract | Berkeley, CA | $73/hour We are seeking an experienced Electrical CAD Designer to support the Advanced Light Source Upgrade (ALS-U) at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. In this role, you'll develop electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and production-ready documentation for complex scientific equipment and infrastructure while partnering with multidisciplinary engineering teams from design through implementation. This position is a strong fit for someone with hands-on experience creating manufacturing-ready electrical documentation in a complex engineering environment and who enjoys turning engineering concepts into detailed, buildable designs.
Location:
Berkeley, CA (Onsite)
Dates:
August 17, 2026 - August 16, 2027, with the possibility of extending
Pay Rate:
$73/hour
Background Check:
Required Key Responsibilities Create and maintain electrical models, wiring diagrams, schematics, and panel layouts using project-approved CAD software. Revise designs based on engineering feedback, design reviews, and approved engineering changes. Generate bills of materials (BOMs), wire and cable schedules, and supporting manufacturing documentation. Prepare documentation for fabrication, assembly, installation, and testing activities. Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and technical stakeholders to ensure designs meet project requirements. Participate in design reviews and coordination meetings. Maintain organized, revision-controlled engineering documentation within Windchill or other designated systems. Ensure work complies with applicable engineering standards, codes, and quality requirements. Qualifications Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Drafting/Design, or a related technical discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 5+ years of experience producing electrical CAD designs. Experience with Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD Electrical, KiCad , or similar electrical CAD software. Experience developing manufacturing-ready electrical documentation, including schematics, wiring diagrams, BOMs, and cable schedules. Experience working with PLM or PDM systems and maintaining revision-controlled engineering documentation. Working knowledge of electrical engineering principles, electrical components, schematic development, and wiring practices. Familiarity with applicable industry standards and codes related to electrical design. Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting DOE national laboratories, research facilities, particle accelerators, semiconductor, aerospace, advanced manufacturing, or other complex engineering environments. Experience using Autodesk Inventor for 3D electrical or electromechanical design. Experience integrating electrical and mechanical CAD models. Experience using Windchill for engineering document and configuration management. Experience supporting fabrication, assembly, installation, testing, or commissioning of engineered systems.
