Drimva

ALTEN Technology

Electrical Drafter/Designer

$75K–$85K

Richmond, VA +1 · Full-time · Posted Oct 16, 2026

Location
Richmond, VA
Westminster, Colorado, United States
Education
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent experience.

About the job

Creates and maintains electrical designs and documentation for industrial and infrastructure projects, supporting engineering teams through project delivery, manufacturing, and commissioning.

What you'll do

  • Develop and revise electrical drawings and documentation, including schematics, single-line diagrams, panel layouts, I/O lists, and network architectures.
  • Collaborate with engineering and project teams; support project deliverables, reviews, manufacturing, testing, commissioning, and field activities.
  • Maintain accurate, standards-compliant drawings and as-built/as-shipped documentation, and communicate task status, risks, and schedule.

What they ask for

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent experience.
  • Experience reading and developing electrical schematics, single line diagrams, and network architecture drawings.
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical and related CAD software.
  • Working knowledge of document management and engineering revision control systems; understanding of low-voltage power distribution and industrial electrical design principles.

Nice to have

  • Experience supporting control systems, PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, or industrial automation projects.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel occasionally for project support.

Pay

$75,000 - $85,000 USD base salary

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical, PLCs, HMIs, SCADA

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First seen Oct 29, 2026 · Last verified Nov 5, 2026 (UTC)