Electrical Designer/Drafter II

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

. Research submarine construction using ship construction drawings, specifications, and technical documentation .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeMcLean • Virginia • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $25 - $31 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in electrical engineering principles, 2D drafting using Autodesk AutoCAD®, and the ability to analyze and develop electrical power distribution systems. Proficient in maintaining compliance with safety and quality management standards while effectively communicating with cross-functional teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Electrical Engineering PrinciplesAutodesk AutoCAD®Electrical Power Distribution SystemsTechnical Drawing InterpretationMaterial Lists Development

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Hard Skills

2D DraftingCircuit DesignVoltage Drop CalculationsLoad Balancing CalculationsElectrical Specifications AnalysisWiring Tables DevelopmentSystem Interface DiagramsField Data CollectionRedline Drawing UpdatesConfiguration Management

Soft Skills

CommunicationOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailTeam CollaborationProblem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. CitizenshipDepartment of War Secret Clearance

Industry Keywords

Submarine ConstructionShip ChecksNavy FacilitiesSafety ComplianceQuality Management System

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Research submarine construction using ship construction drawings, specifications, and technical documentation
Develop 2D electrical cabling diagrams, system interface diagrams, and wiring tables according to applicable standards
Analyze submarine electrical power distribution systems and perform voltage drop and load balancing calculations
Develop, update, and maintain Lists of Material (LOM)
Apply basic electrical engineering and drafting principles to support design solutions
Conduct ship checks on United States Navy submarines to collect field data and verify existing configurations
Update and revise drawings using redline input from senior Designer/Drafter personnel
Perform self-checks of drawings and models for accuracy, completeness, and compliance before submittal
Participate in internal design reviews and incorporate review comments into assigned drawings
Maintain organized electronic design files and follow configuration management and document control processes
Communicate with engineers, designers, and program team members to clarify design intent and task requirements
Track assigned tasks, meet scheduled deliverables, and provide status updates to senior design staff or project leaders
Follow company quality management system procedures and support continuous improvement
Comply with safety, security, export control, and confidentiality requirements in office, shipyard, and onboard environments

Requirements

What you’ll need

U.S. Citizenship
Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of War (DoW) Secret Clearance
Associate’s degree in electronic engineering technology or another Electrical/Electronic-related 2-year degree program; additional years of experience accepted in lieu of degree
At least 2 years of experience in Autodesk AutoCAD® or similar 2D drafting software
Basic understanding of electrical/electronic engineering principles
Basic circuit design and analysis
Understanding of electrical power and data network systems
Ability to read and interpret electrical/electronic specifications and technical drawings
Physically capable of conducting ship checks aboard United States Navy submarines
Comfortable working in confined spaces
Ability to climb vertical ladders ranging from 20 to 25 feet unassisted
Willingness and ability to work in offices, shipyards, and onboard submarine environments
May require travel to Navy facilities and shipyards (estimated 5–10% of time)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare benefits
Paid leave
Retirement plans
Insurance programs
Education and training assistance
Employee ownership