Electrical & Controls Designer

The Foth Companies • Cincinnati, OH • 6h ago

Foth is a 100% member-owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin, with over 85 years of success. Our 750 members across 33 locations are dedicated to solving our clients' toughest science and engineering challenges . Consistently ranked by Engineering News Record in the top 150 firms, we offer a values-based, collaborative, and flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities. If you thrive working alongside a smart and caring team, Foth may be the place for you.

Join our team and experience the Foth difference that contributes to our impressive 92+% member retention rate ! Learn more at foth.com/careers .

Foth is seeking an experienced Electrical & Controls Designer to provide electrical and controls design support for internal project teams and external clients. Projects include process, packaging, utility, and facility electrical systems that support consumer products manufacturing in the food, beverage, paper, and general industrial markets.

Primary Responsibilities:

Actively promote, support, and follow the safety policies and procedures of Foth and our clients

Utilize AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, Eplan, MicroStation, Revit, and other design software to prepare, review, modify, and maintain electrical design drawings and models

Develop and maintain electrical equipment layouts within coordinated multidisciplinary 3D models

Create electrical designs and construction documents for process, packaging, utility, and facility projects

Develop electrical construction packages including one-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and bill of materials (BOMs)

Interpret and implement engineering markups and design revisions

Review design work prepared by team members for quality, accuracy, and compliance with applicable standards

Review project drawings, vendor submittals, and technical documentation as requested

Coordinate project activities with clients, vendors, contractors, and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs)

Manage project documentation and distribute drawings and related documents through web-based platforms and document management systems

Manage multiple priorities while working independently and collaboratively within project teams

Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, both verbally and in writing

Provide field support during installation, commissioning, startup, and troubleshooting activities

Required Qualifications:

Associate's degree in drafting/design, electronics, electro-mechanical technology, or an equivalent technical discipline

5+ years of experience working as a designer

3+ years of experience with AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, Eplan, MicroStation, or similar CAD software

3+ years of experience with Revit or other 3D design software

Preferred Qualifications:

10+ years of experience as a designer

5+ years of experience using Eplan and/or AutoCAD Electrical

Experience implementing and configuring AutoCAD Electrical project environments

Experience implementing and configuring Eplan project environments

Experience working within BIM or multidisciplinary 3D design environments

Experience supporting projects within the food, beverage, paper, consumer products, or general industrial sectors

Demonstrated ability to successfully manage multiple projects and competing priorities

Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills

Preferred Previous Experience:

Specifying electrical devices, instrumentation, and control components

Instrument installation, wiring systems, and field devices

Allen-Bradley PLC and control system design

Distributed Control System (DCS) design, including module specification and schematic wiring development

Developing electrical and control panel layout designs and bill of materials (BOMs)

Industrial communication and network systems, including ControlNet, Ethernet, EtherNet/IP, PROFIBUS, Modbus, and similar protocols

Low-voltage power distribution systems (480V and below), including one-line and three-line diagrams

Motor Control Center (MCC) design and documentation

Electrical codes and standards, including NFPA 79, NEC, NFPA 70E, and UL 508A

Industrial electrical construction practices

Modicon PLC and control system design

Siemens PLC and control system design

All Foth Companies are equal opportunity employers, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. All locations are tobacco-free. Subject to applicable state law, all applicants who have received a written offer of employment and a copy of Foth's Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Program Policy, will be required to undergo testing for commonly abused controlled substances. Applicants must complete the required drug testing within two business days of offer acceptance. Foth will pay for all drug testing, which will be conducted by a licensed independent medical laboratory that follows testing requirements in accordance with applicable state law.

Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Notice to Third Party Recruiters/Agencies: Foth does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed recruiting agreement coordinated through Foth, Foth reserves the right to pursue and hire candidates without financial obligation to third party recruiters or agencies.

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