Thousands of verified Electrical Designer professionals across North America -- onsite, hybrid, or remote. Marketplace and automation service company. Direct contracting.
Reviewed by Automate America Editorial Team -- updated 2026-05-26 -- citing U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics + O*NET SOC 17-3012.00.
Electrical Designer professionals on AutomateAmerica
Post your scope
Contractors respond with their rates
+2%
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics job growth outlook through 2034
12+
Top skills tracked on AutomateAmerica
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Actual hourly rate depends on location, contract duration, scope of work, vendor stack, and contractor experience. The range above reflects active hourly contracts on Automate America.
What does a Electrical Designer do?
Electrical designers produce schematic packages, panel layouts, wire diagrams, and BOMs for industrial control panels, machine electrification, and automation systems. They own AutoCAD Electrical / Eplan deliverables, UL 508A panel build documentation, and field wiring drawings under an EE's stamp.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics outlook: +2% employment growth projected through 2034 (median annual wage $70,680). See the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Eplan and AutoCAD Electrical proficiency is the difference between a $60K drafter and a $95K panel designer. Designers who add PLC I/O literacy, networking schematics, and functional safety drawing standards will be heavily recruited by machine builders and integrators through 2034.
Related Occupations & Specializations
This occupation has no listed sub-specialties.
Top Hiring Locations for Electrical Designer Contractors
Onboard & manage. Use built-in time sheets, expense reports, and approvals.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I hire Electrical Designer contractors on Automate America?
Post your contract on the Post Your Opportunity page. Verified Electrical Designer contractors will respond with availability and rates within hours. You select the best match and contract directly -- marketplace and automation service company.
What does a Electrical Designer contractor cost per hour?
Hourly rates on Automate America are set by the Electrical Designer contractor based on experience, geography, and project scope. The platform stat block above shows the live average from recent contracts. For reference, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a national median annual wage near $70,680 for this occupation (see the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics for the most recent year). Specialized work commands 25-50% premium over the median.
Are Electrical Designer contractors available for onsite, hybrid, or remote work?
Yes. Automate America connects Electrical Designer contractors for onsite (any U.S. or Canada location), hybrid, and fully remote work. Specify your preference when you post the contract.
How fast can I find a Electrical Designer contractor?
Two paths -- both fast. (1)Post your contract and qualified Electrical Designer contractors will apply within hours. (2) Skip the wait entirely -- Search and Request Professionals directly from the Electrical Designer directory and message the people whose profiles match your need. Most urgent contracts ship within 48 hours.
Does Automate America vet Electrical Designer contractors before they apply?
All Electrical Designer contractors on Automate America have verified profiles, documented work history, validated skill sets, and reviews from prior customers. You can also request references, prior-work samples, and certification proof directly before signing.
Can I browse Electrical Designer contractors before posting a contract?
Yes. Search and Request Professionals shows the full Electrical Designer directory. You can filter by location, skills, and availability and message contractors directly -- no contract post required.
What types of Electrical Designer contracts can I post?