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# Associate Design Engineer

- **Company:** Brooksource
- **Location:** Milford Mill, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $58,240.0 - $74,880.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Computer-Aided Design, AutoCAD, Microsoft Outlook, Configuration Management, Microsoft Office
- **Published:** October 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=e3a1800f05f61345

## About the Role

* Associate's degree or Certificate in Engineering Technology, Drafting Technology, Electrical Technology, Computer-Aided Drafting a related technical field OR Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with a passion for the designer career path
 * 1-3 years of experience in CAD drafting, design technology, or a related technical role
 * Proficiency in AutoCAD or other design software
 * Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, and technical specifications
 * Familiarity with protection and control drawing types used in substation environments (elementary diagrams, CWDs, panel layouts) is a plus
 * Strong attention to detail and ability to execute technical markups accurately
 * Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
 * Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple drawing revisions across concurrent projects
 * Effective communication skills; ability to collaborate with engineers, designers, and field personnel
 * AutoCAD Electrical experience or knowledge is a plus
 * Utility, power, or industrial plant drafting experience is a plus

## Description

The Associate Design Engineer will work closely with Senior Engineers and a tight-knit team of experienced designers, with direct mentorship built into the engagement from day one., * Interpret and execute engineer-developed markups to produce and update system protection and control drawings in AutoCAD, including one-line diagrams, AC/DC schematic diagrams, elementary drawings, and panel layouts

 * Develop point-to-point control wiring diagrams (CWDs)
 * Support the full design workflow, updating drawings at each milestone as markups are reviewed and approved by engineers
 * Maintain and revise existing substation drawing sets to reflect field as-built conditions and design changes
 * Apply and adhere drafting standards, drawing conventions, and configuration control procedures
 * Prepare QA checklists and ensure drawings comply with design configuration control policies and applicable regulatory standards
 * Support pilot projects within AutoCAD Electrical as the team transitions to expanded use of the platform
 * Coordinate with engineers, project teams, and field personnel to verify drawing accuracy and resolve technical discrepancies
 * Provide technical drawing support to field construction, testing, and commissioning crews as needed
 * Maintain awareness of NERC PRC & CIP Standards as they apply to documentation and design deliverables