Electrical Designer

nVent • Madison, WI

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

As an Electrical Designer at nVent Management Company, you will be at the forefront of crafting inventive electrical solutions that ensure a more secure world. This position offers an outstanding opportunity to work with dedicated teams on world-class projects in Madison. You will strictly adhere to industry standards and collaborate with a dynamic group to deliver flawless builds!

Requirements

• Knowledge of power distribution equipment, breaker panels, disconnects, transfer switches, and cable management products.
• Strong knowledge of electrical codes and standards, including the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to produce accurate, well-organized build documentation.

Nice To Haves

• An academic background in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technology, or a related technical field, or equivalent hands-on experience with electrical build or systems, preferred.
• Experience working with electrical drawings, schematics, and documentation in an engineering, manufacturing, or construction environment, preferred.
• Experience working in a collaborative environment with multi-functional teams (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Build functional electrical systems that meet customer specifications, internal standards, and applicable electrical codes.
• Build and review initial electrical drawing sets to ensure accuracy, completeness, and readiness for customer submittal.
• Develop wiring diagrams, schematics, and equipment schedules using SolidWorks Electrical (SWE), AutoCAD Electrical, or equivalent.
• Use engineering judgment when performing calculations and layouts, including conduit and wire fill requirements according to the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Review project specifications and communicate potential impacts or updates related to the build to project team members.
• Collaborate with project teams to provide technical insights, clarify build intent, and support issue resolution.
• Support drafting and layout development by coordinating with CAD techs as needed.
• Manage multiple tasks and priorities while contributing to timely delivery and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
• Tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

What This Job Offers

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