Electrical Designer/Electrician

Progressive Design • Midlothian, VA

10h • Hybrid

About The Position

Progressive Design, Inc. is seeking a Licensed Journeyman or an experienced Industrial Electrician with 5-10+ years of experience to transition into a design role. This position offers a stable, full-time opportunity in the Richmond area, allowing individuals to leverage their field expertise in a professional office environment. The company provides training in design software and values the practical "field sense" that experienced electricians bring to the design process, ensuring projects are constructible and accurate. This role serves as a technical bridge between client needs and final design prints, focusing on heavy industrial power, machine control, and instrumentation.

Requirements

• Licensed Journeyman or experienced Industrial Electrician (5-10+ years).
• Solid understanding of heavy industrial environments (Chemical, Power, or Manufacturing).
• Ability to read motor control circuits and understand grounding for sensitive instrumentation.
• Knowledge of the NEC, including hazardous area requirements (Class I/II).
• Entrepreneurial spirit and problem-solving mindset.
• Pride in the accuracy and completeness of work.

Nice To Haves

• AutoCAD expertise (though training will be provided).

Responsibilities

• Perform fieldwork to identify components and research existing equipment.
• Develop power distribution and control concepts.
• Create construction cost estimates based on knowledge of labor and materials.
• Apply NEC and NFPA standards to ensure designs are safe and compliant.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Engineers.

Benefits

• Paid overtime
• Performance bonuses
• 401K match
• Flexible schedules
• Work-life balance
• Full Health Care
• PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED