Power Systems CAD Designer

About the Role

The engineer will create overall layouts, equipment arrangements, 2‑D plan views, P&IDs and isometrics to support new projects. Daily work involves high‑level client interaction and coordination with Project Systems Business engineers, sales managers, product R&D, project management and custom engineering teams in Friedrichshafen and Mankato. • Develop block, single‑line, ladder, IO, logic, network diagrams, cable schedules, 2‑D/3‑D layouts and P&IDs meeting client objectives. • Act as design expert supporting lead engineers and sales managers on new opportunities. • Own and maintain the North American CAD knowledge base for gas‑fueled, microgrid and BESS projects. • Create wiring interconnection designs linking MTU hardware (ECUs, control panels, PLCs) with plant systems such as switchgear, relays and power distribution. • Establish pen tables, plot styles and CAD standards to improve design review efficiency. • Manage block libraries with editable attributes for standardized drawing creation. • Advise on optimal design strategies for special customer applications and recommend design modifications. • Edit and update existing RR/MTU CAD designs as required. • Promote compliance with Rolls‑Royce Code of Conduct and safety culture.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸diagram design
• ▸layout design
• ▸wiring design
• ▸cad standards
• ▸block libraries
• ▸client interaction

What You Bring

Applications are open to U.S. citizens or permanent residents without visa sponsorship. Rolls‑Royce is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to a respectful, supportive workplace. • Follow standard engineering principles, ERP quality procedures and HSE work instructions. • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. • Bachelor’s degree in CAD, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering; 3 years (or 7 years) design/engineering experience. • Proficient with CAD tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, BricsCAD, Creo or SOLIDWORKS. • Strong knowledge of electrical power systems using gas and diesel gensets for continuous, standby and mission‑critical applications. • Demonstrated project management, organization, planning and follow‑up abilities. • Excellent oral and written communication; entrepreneurial mindset. • Familiar with standard electrical/mechanical symbols and NEC (NFPA 70) code. • Ability to translate concepts into formal designs and interpret schematics, ladder and point‑to‑point diagrams. • Capable of independent work and effective collaboration across cultures and client types. • Willingness to travel up to 20 % for business trips. • Proficient in MS Office 365, ERP systems (SAP or JDE) and Bluebeam Revu. • Experience in service, testing, commissioning, machining or fabrication preferred. • Knowledge of NFPA 37, 54, 70, 70B, 70E, 99, 110, ASHRAE, ASME, ASCE 7‑22; PTC Windchill; OSHA 10/30 certifications.

Requirements

• ▸bachelor's
• ▸autocad
• ▸revit
• ▸sap
• ▸project management
• ▸electrical power

Benefits

Power Systems CAD Engineer – Join Rolls‑Royce’s Power Systems business to design front‑end configurations for state‑of‑the‑art energy solutions such as gas or diesel gensets, battery‑energy‑storage‑systems (BESS) and other power products in the MTU portfolio. The role is based in Mankato, MN and offers a competitive salary range of $70,629‑$114,772 annually. • Access to a comprehensive total‑rewards package including base pay, discretionary bonus, health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, flexible spending, HSA, 401(k) match, employee assistance, PTO, holidays, parental leave, tuition reimbursement and long‑term incentive plan.

Work Environment

Office Full-Time