Electrical Designer (CAD/BIM Technician)

Mead & Hunt • Champaign, IL

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About The Position

Mead & Hunt is seeking an Electrical Designer (CAD/BIM Technician) to join its Food & Beverage team in Champaign, Illinois. The role supports electrical design for food and beverage manufacturing and processing facilities, producing drawings and models that guide the construction, connection, and operation of facility electrical systems. The designer works with engineers, designers, and project managers on facility projects, with opportunities to learn, contribute, develop technical skills, and take on greater responsibility over time.

The position involves creating electrical drawings, layouts, and 3D models; supporting designs for power distribution, lighting, controls, and other industrial electrical systems; and helping translate design concepts into accurate construction documents. The designer also coordinates electrical systems with other disciplines and assists with equipment layouts, schedules, specifications, and project documentation.

Mead & Hunt describes itself as an employee-owned architecture, engineering, and construction services firm. The firm offers opportunities to work on manufacturing and processing projects, learn from experienced colleagues, develop professionally, and participate in employee ownership. Compensation is listed at $47,500–$118,000 annually, with actual compensation dependent on experience, qualifications, skills, and other relevant factors. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment screening. The company will not sponsor a visa for this position.

Requirements

• An associate or bachelor's degree in CAD/drafting, engineering technology, electrical technology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Familiarity with CAD/BIM software through coursework, internships, training, or professional experience.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Willingness to learn and collaborate with others.
• An interest in electrical systems and how they support buildings, manufacturing operations, and industrial facilities.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Autodesk Revit and BIM-based design.
• Experience with AutoCAD or Rockwell Automation software.
• Experience with electrical power and lighting layouts, control panels, or equipment connections.
• Experience with power distribution systems, motor control centers (MCCs), or electrical equipment layouts.
• Experience supporting industrial, manufacturing, food and beverage, or related projects.

Responsibilities

• Create and develop electrical drawings, layouts, and 3D models using CAD/BIM software.
• Support the design of power distribution, lighting, controls, and other electrical systems for industrial facilities.
• Work with engineers and designers to turn design concepts into clear, accurate construction documents.
• Coordinate with other disciplines to ensure electrical systems integrate with the overall facility design.
• Assist with equipment layouts, schedules, specifications, and project documentation.
• Develop technical skills, contribute ideas, solve problems, and take on greater responsibility as experience grows.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Competitive paid time off and paid sick leave.
• Parental leave.
• 401(k) with generous company match.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Paid time off for community service.
• Employee ownership opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree