Technical CAD Designer II

•Controls Designer

Engineering

$ 55.92 Hour

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Saratoga Springs, New York

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Design the Future of Power Systems as a Technical CAD Designer II

Location:

Saratoga Springs, NY (Hybrid

•4 Days Onsite 1 Day Remote)

Schedule:

Monday-Friday | 8:30 AM

•5:00 PM

Pay Rate:

$55.92hour

Join a World-Class Engineering Team Driving the Future of Energy Infrastructure

Are you passionate about electrical design, controls engineering, and creating solutions that support critical energy systems? PDS Tech Commercial is hiring a Technical CAD Designer II to play a key role in the design and execution of advanced Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTS) projects that help strengthen and modernize power grids around the world.

In this position, you'll contribute to the development of sophisticated protection and control systems for large-scale energy infrastructure projects, working alongside highly skilled engineers and industry experts. This is an exciting opportunity to influence projects that enhance power reliability, improve grid stability, and support the evolving energy landscape.

What You'll Do

As a Technical CAD Designer II, you will lead and support the design of electrical protection and control systems forplex power transmission projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop electrical control system design packages, including:

Physical layouts

Schematics

Logic and control diagrams

Wiring and interconnection drawings

Grounding plans

Cable schedules

Design custom protection and control solutions for:

Fixed Series Capacitors (FSC)

Static VAR Compensation (SVC) systems

Synchronous Condenser (SC) solutions

Create and maintain accurate Bills of Material (BOMs) for project designs.

Ensure consistency, quality, and accuracy across all engineering documentation.

Collaborate with engineers, project managers, technical specialists, and offshore design teams to meet project schedules and performance objectives.

Support continuous improvement initiatives related to control system standards, documentation, and engineering processes.

Assist with cost reduction efforts through design optimization, automation improvements, vendor selection, and process enhancements.

Support quality systems andpliance initiatives, including

ISO 9001

requirements.

Required Qualifications

Must-Have:

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline and at least 2 years of relevant experience

OR

Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field and at least 5 years of controls design experience

Experience creating electrical and controls drawings.

Proficiency with:

AutoCAD Electrical

AutoCAD 2D Design

Bill of Materials (BOM) development

Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word

Strong understanding of standard drafting practices.

Excellentmunication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work effectively within a cross-functional team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience designing protection and control systems for electrical power, industrial, or utility applications.

Familiarity with industry standards and codes, including:

IEEE

IEC

ANSI

NEC

CSA

NESC

Experience interpreting technical requirements and developingplete design packages with limited customer specifications.

Demonstrated ability to balance quality, cost, and schedule objectives.

Strong attention to detail andmitment to delivering high-quality engineering solutions.

Why Join Us?

Make an Impact

deliver cutting-edge electrical infrastructure projects that improve the reliability and performance of power systems across the globe.

Work with Industry Experts

Collaborate with highly respected engineers, project leaders, and technical specialists on challenging and meaningful projects.

Grow Your Career

Gain exposure to advanced FACTS technologies, large-scale transmission systems, and innovative engineering solutions while expanding your technical expertise.

Collaborative Culture

Join a team that values innovation, accountability, continuous improvement, and professional development.

Competitive Compensation

Enjoy a highlypetitive pay rate of $

55.92hour

while contributing to industry-leading projects.

Ready to Power the Future?

If you're an experienced electrical controls designer with strong CAD expertise and a passion for solvingplex engineering challenges, we'd love to hear from you.

today and take the next step in your career with ananization that's helping shape the future of energy transmission and grid technology.

Pay Details:

$55.92 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program,muter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay w applicable.

Equal Opportunity EmployerVeteransDisabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws andor security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

The California Fair Chance Act

Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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