Electrical designer

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At Air Products, our purpose is to bring people together to reimagine what’s possible, collaborate and innovate solutions to the world’s most significant energy and environmental sustainability challenges. Grow with us as we embark on building tomorrow together by being the safest, most diverse and most profitable industrial gas company in the world.
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Electrical CAD Designer - Role and Responsibilities:
The Electrical CAD Designer will work with minimal supervision and must be capable of independently obtaining sufficient information to develop industrial electrical design construction drawings per Air Products standards and the National Electrical Code (NEC).
You will have excellent time management skills as you will frequently work on multiple project tasks at the same time.
Work will be performed at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, PA.
Scope of responsibilities include:
You will possess a strong working background in the following areas of electrical design:
A comprehensive working knowledge of the current National Electrical Code

Distribution and control of alternating current electrical voltage classes from 120 volts to 15,000 volts

Working knowledge of piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&ID’s) and ability to understand the electrical interfaces

Distribution and wiring of direct current instrumentation circuitry (4-20 mA and thermocouple)

Design and layout of underground conduit and grounding systems

Development and interpretation of medium voltage and 480-volt single line diagrams including layout of motor control centers from load lists

Determine medium and low voltage feeder cable sizing ampacities based on calculation of allowable conduit fills, de-rating factors and voltage drop per the National Electrical Code

Development and interpretation of control schematics

Develop physical layout drawings from specifications, vendor drawings, sketches, and related instructions

Develop physical layout drawings in areas classified as hazardous based on solid working knowledge of Article 500 of the National Electrical code

Development of cable tray layout drawings for power, control, and instrumentation wiring

Development of interconnecting wiring diagrams and termination schedules using physical layout drawings, control schematics and vendor drawings

Design of industrial exterior and interior lighting systems

Development of electric heat tracing for freeze protection and process applications

Design of communications and fiber optic systems

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Qualifications:
Solid working knowledge of Bentley Systems, Inc. MicroStation CAD is preferred

Applicants with a strong drafting background using AutoCAD will be considered

Raster document overlay editing applications for CAD software a plus

Microsoft Office Tools

Solid understanding of industrial electrical equipment and materials and their application in the design process

Comprehensive working knowledge of the National Electrical Code, particular the sections relating to Wire and Cable, Raceway Systems, Motors and Motor Controls, Hazardous Areas, and installations over 600 volts

15% travel within the US and Canada

Education and Licensing Requirements:
Associate degree in electrical engineering technology, and 5 years as journeyman electrician is preferred

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Air Products proudly values the skills, dedication, and leadership that Veterans bring to the table. As a Veteran-friendly organization, we actively encourage and welcome Veterans to apply for various roles within our company. We recognize the unique strengths and experiences that Veterans contribute, and we foster a workplace that honors your service while providing a platform for professional growth.
We are the world’s largest hydrogen producer with over 80 years of industrial gas experience. We are hydrogen and industrial gas experts delivering safe, end-to-end solutions, investing in real, clean energy projects at scale, and driving the industry forward to generate a cleaner future.
At Air Products, we work in an environment where we put safety first, diversity is essential, inclusion is our culture, and each person knows they belong and matter. To learn more, visit About Air Products.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays and vacation, affordable medical, dental, life insurance and retirement plans. You will be eligible for benefits and also be 100% vested in your retirement benefits on your first day of employment.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.). You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, citizenship, gender, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or veteran status.

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