Senior Electrical Designer

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : 90K 140K DOE

Senior Electrical Designer

Location : Richland, WA

Company : Columbia Energy & Environmental Services

Salary : 90K 140K DOE

About Columbia Energy

Columbia Energy & Environmental Services, headquartered in Richland, WA, is a well-established small business with a strong track record of delivering comprehensive solutions in engineering, design, fabrication, instrumentation and controls, and other specialized services. With expertise in fixed-price design / build / test projects, we serve both federal and commercial clients, consistently delivering high-quality results through innovation and technical precision.

Our collaborative and experienced team is committed to providing practical, client-focused solutions tailored to address a wide range of challenges. Recently, we expanded our operations to Idaho Falls, ID, reflecting our ongoing growth and dedication to broadening our capabilities. We take pride in maintaining a strong reputation for quality and integrity while ensuring compliance with rigorous industry standards.

Why Join Columbia Energy?

At Columbia Energy, we foster a supportive and innovative environment where team members can thrive. As a growing small business with ambitious goals, we value initiative, teamwork, and a dedication to quality. This role offers the opportunity to work hands-on with engineering and fabrication teams, translate complex concepts into buildable designs, and contribute directly to the successful execution of high-impact projects.

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-driven Senior Electrical Designer to support the design and fabrication of control systems in accordance with UL508A standards. This position is responsible for translating engineering concepts into fabrication-ready designs and detailed drawing packages, while working closely with engineers, project managers, and shop personnel.

The ideal candidate will bring deep experience with AutoCAD, electrical design standards, and fabrication practices. This is a hands-on role where attention to detail, practical design application, and collaboration across teams are critical to success.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

Design & Drafting

• Develop UL508A fabrication drawings with minimal oversight.
• Create One-Lines, Panel Boards, P&IDs, Power Supply Cabinets, and Control Cabinets.
• Prepare as-built and redline drawings for fabricated equipment.
• Support Engineering Change Notice (ECN) and Design Change Notice (DCN) processes.

Collaboration & Problem-Solving

Mentorship & Development

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Key Success Attributes

Equal Opportunity Employer

Columbia Energy is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.