Electrical Design Technician Jobs in Nebraska
Electrical Design Technician jobs in Nebraska are concentrated in Omaha, Lincoln, and Grand Island, where manufacturing, utility infrastructure, and defense contracting drive consistent demand at every level from entry-level drafters to senior CAD specialists. Established employers such as Nebraska Public Power District, Tenaska, and BD (Becton Dickinson) maintain active technical design teams and return to the market regularly for electrical design talent. The most in-demand specialties include AutoCAD electrical drafting, low-voltage systems design, and industrial control panel layout. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Opportunity Profile
What This Role Delivers
At OPPD, we power the communities we serve by providing safe, reliable, affordable, and environmentally responsible energy. As one of the nation's largest public power utilities, we continuously invest in infrastructure, technology, and innovation to ensure long-term energy reliability for our customers.
As a Senior Electrical Design Engineer, you will provide technical leadership for major capital projects and strategic generation fleet modernization initiatives. This role serves as a senior engineering resource responsible for solving complex technical challenges, leading critical infrastructure investments, and driving engineering excellence across OPPD's generation facilities.
You will lead complex electrical design efforts from concept through implementation, providing advanced expertise in power systems, instrumentation, controls, and automation technologies. In addition to owning the technical design, calculations, specifications, and engineering deliverables for major projects, you will oversee project execution activities including cost estimating, budget development, schedule management, procurement strategy, construction oversight, and risk mitigation. Future projects will include large-scale modernization of Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), and other critical generation control and electrical systems.
This role also serves as a mentor and technical authority within the organization, helping establish engineering standards, guide technical decision-making, and develop engineering talent across the Design Engineering team.
What This Role Will Lead & Own
- Lead electrical design development for major and complex capital projects, providing technical ownership of engineering evaluations, calculations, specifications, drawings, installation packages, testing strategies, and commissioning activities.
- Serve as the lead engineer and technical authority for generation modernization projects involving electrical systems, plant controls, DCS platforms, PLC systems, and related infrastructure.
- Direct project planning and execution activities, including cost estimation, budget development, business case preparation, schedule oversight, resource coordination, and risk management.
- Lead cross-functional teams and provide technical guidance to engineers, project managers, operations personnel, contractors, and external partners.
- Drive technical decision-making for complex engineering challenges and develop long-term solutions that improve reliability, maintainability, and operational performance.
- Oversee procurement strategies, vendor evaluations, equipment selection, and technical review of supplier deliverables.
- Provide senior-level construction management oversight, including contract administration, contractor performance management, field issue resolution, and executive-level project reporting.
- Champion engineering standards, continuous improvement initiatives, and best practices that advance organizational technical capability.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate technical, operational, safety, and project risks throughout the project lifecycle.
- Mentor engineers across multiple experience levels and contribute to the development of future technical leaders within the organization.
What You Will Bring
Demonstrated ability to successfully complete essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Nebraska or ability to obtain Nebraska registration within 6 months through reciprocity and relevant experience.
What Will Help You Stand Out
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
- Eight (8) or more years of engineering experience in power generation, industrial facilities, utilities, manufacturing, or other complex infrastructure environments.
- Demonstrated experience leading major capital projects, multidisciplinary engineering efforts, or large-scale infrastructure upgrades.
- Strong expertise in electrical power systems, industrial controls, instrumentation, automation, DCS, and PLC technologies.
- Experience developing engineering calculations, technical specifications, construction packages, and commissioning plans.
- Proven experience managing project budgets, schedules, business cases, and technical risk.
- Ability to lead technical teams and influence decisions across multiple stakeholder groups.
- Experience leading major DCS migration, PLC modernization, or plant control system replacement projects.
- Experience in utility generation, fossil generation, renewable generation, or other large industrial facilities.
Work Location
Office: Work will be performed in a modern office environment amid normal conditions of dust, odors, fumes, and noises.
Field: Work will be performed outside in a wide variety of weather conditions (snow, rain, heat, cold, wind, etc.), terrain, and other natural environmental hazards as well as pollen and other airborne allergens.
Generation Plant: Work will be performed inside with exposure to industrial building conditions and may include extreme temperatures, odors, dust, gases, poor ventilation, and loud noise levels.
Travel: Must be able to travel throughout the service territory and report to various locations in a timely manner as needed.
Work Environment
Work will be performed in high traffic environments.
Will work around energized high voltage electrical equipment.
Will work in construction areas that present many physical hazards.
Will work at heights.
Will work in closed or confined spaces.
Will work around asbestos and lead.
Strength Factor
Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.
Salary/Wage Info
Grade: S6
Minimum: $109,942
Midpoint: $137,428
Apply online at www.oppd.com on or before November 13th.
Our Culture & Mission
At Omaha Public Power District, everything starts with people - our teams, our communities, and the customer owners who count on us. As the 12th largest public power utility in the U.S., we serve more than 900,000 people across 13 counties, and we take that responsibility seriously.
We lead with integrity, support one another, and do what's right, because how we serve matters just as much as what we deliver. Our goal is simple: provide affordable, reliable, and environmentally responsible energy today and for generations to come.
We create power with purpose. Your work here has real impact; on families, on the environment, and on the future of energy. And we believe great ideas can come from anywhere.
If you want to be part of a team that takes care of the community and the people who serve it, you're in the right place. We back up our mission by taking care of our employees, too; which is why our benefits are among the most comprehensive and competitive in the region.
Ready to apply?
When you apply, be sure your resume highlights the skills and experience that will help you succeed in this role.
EOE: Protected Veterans/Disability
If you would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with OPPD, please email OPPD Talent Acquisition at TalentAcquisition@OPPD.com.
Recruiter Information
Recruiter: Michael Fierro - mrfierro@oppd.com #LI-MF
Opportunity Profile
What This Role Delivers
At OPPD, we power the communities we serve by providing safe, reliable, affordable, and environmentally responsible energy. As one of the nation's largest public power utilities, we continuously invest in infrastructure, technology, and innovation to ensure long-term energy reliability for our customers.
As a Senior Electrical Design Engineer, you will provide technical leadership for major capital projects and strategic generation fleet modernization initiatives. This role serves as a senior engineering resource responsible for solving complex technical challenges, leading critical infrastructure investments, and driving engineering excellence across OPPD's generation facilities.
You will lead complex electrical design efforts from concept through implementation, providing advanced expertise in power systems, instrumentation, controls, and automation technologies. In addition to owning the technical design, calculations, specifications, and engineering deliverables for major projects, you will oversee project execution activities including cost estimating, budget development, schedule management, procurement strategy, construction oversight, and risk mitigation. Future projects will include large-scale modernization of Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), and other critical generation control and electrical systems.
This role also serves as a mentor and technical authority within the organization, helping establish engineering standards, guide technical decision-making, and develop engineering talent across the Design Engineering team.
What This Role Will Lead & Own
- Lead electrical design development for major and complex capital projects, providing technical ownership of engineering evaluations, calculations, specifications, drawings, installation packages, testing strategies, and commissioning activities.
- Serve as the lead engineer and technical authority for generation modernization projects involving electrical systems, plant controls, DCS platforms, PLC systems, and related infrastructure.
- Direct project planning and execution activities, including cost estimation, budget development, business case preparation, schedule oversight, resource coordination, and risk management.
- Lead cross-functional teams and provide technical guidance to engineers, project managers, operations personnel, contractors, and external partners.
- Drive technical decision-making for complex engineering challenges and develop long-term solutions that improve reliability, maintainability, and operational performance.
- Oversee procurement strategies, vendor evaluations, equipment selection, and technical review of supplier deliverables.
- Provide senior-level construction management oversight, including contract administration, contractor performance management, field issue resolution, and executive-level project reporting.
- Champion engineering standards, continuous improvement initiatives, and best practices that advance organizational technical capability.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate technical, operational, safety, and project risks throughout the project lifecycle.
- Mentor engineers across multiple experience levels and contribute to the development of future technical leaders within the organization.
What You Will Bring
Demonstrated ability to successfully complete essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Nebraska or ability to obtain Nebraska registration within 6 months through reciprocity and relevant experience.
What Will Help You Stand Out
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
- Eight (8) or more years of engineering experience in power generation, industrial facilities, utilities, manufacturing, or other complex infrastructure environments.
- Demonstrated experience leading major capital projects, multidisciplinary engineering efforts, or large-scale infrastructure upgrades.
- Strong expertise in electrical power systems, industrial controls, instrumentation, automation, DCS, and PLC technologies.
- Experience developing engineering calculations, technical specifications, construction packages, and commissioning plans.
- Proven experience managing project budgets, schedules, business cases, and technical risk.
- Ability to lead technical teams and influence decisions across multiple stakeholder groups.
- Experience leading major DCS migration, PLC modernization, or plant control system replacement projects.
- Experience in utility generation, fossil generation, renewable generation, or other large industrial facilities.
Work Location
Office: Work will be performed in a modern office environment amid normal conditions of dust, odors, fumes, and noises.
Field: Work will be performed outside in a wide variety of weather conditions (snow, rain, heat, cold, wind, etc.), terrain, and other natural environmental hazards as well as pollen and other airborne allergens.
Generation Plant: Work will be performed inside with exposure to industrial building conditions and may include extreme temperatures, odors, dust, gases, poor ventilation, and loud noise levels.
Travel: Must be able to travel throughout the service territory and report to various locations in a timely manner as needed.
Work Environment
Work will be performed in high traffic environments.
Will work around energized high voltage electrical equipment.
Will work in construction areas that present many physical hazards.
Will work at heights.
Will work in closed or confined spaces.
Will work around asbestos and lead.
Strength Factor
Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.
Salary/Wage Info
Grade: S6
Minimum: $109,942
Midpoint: $137,428
Apply online at www.oppd.com on or before November 13th.
Our Culture & Mission
At Omaha Public Power District, everything starts with people - our teams, our communities, and the customer owners who count on us. As the 12th largest public power utility in the U.S., we serve more than 900,000 people across 13 counties, and we take that responsibility seriously.
We lead with integrity, support one another, and do what's right, because how we serve matters just as much as what we deliver. Our goal is simple: provide affordable, reliable, and environmentally responsible energy today and for generations to come.
We create power with purpose. Your work here has real impact; on families, on the environment, and on the future of energy. And we believe great ideas can come from anywhere.
If you want to be part of a team that takes care of the community and the people who serve it, you're in the right place. We back up our mission by taking care of our employees, too; which is why our benefits are among the most comprehensive and competitive in the region.
Ready to apply?
When you apply, be sure your resume highlights the skills and experience that will help you succeed in this role.
EOE: Protected Veterans/Disability
If you would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with OPPD, please email OPPD Talent Acquisition at TalentAcquisition@OPPD.com.
Recruiter Information
Recruiter: Michael Fierro - mrfierro@oppd.com #LI-MF
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What Nebraska Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in electrical design technician jobs across Nebraska.
- Associate degree in electrical technology, drafting, or a closely related technical field
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical or equivalent CAD software for schematic creation
- Working knowledge of NEC code standards and electrical panel layout principles
- Experience reading and interpreting electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and blueprints
- Familiarity with industrial control systems, PLCs, or low-voltage distribution equipment
- Strong attention to detail with ability to coordinate across engineering and manufacturing teams
Electrical Design Technician Jobs in Nebraska: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a electrical design technician in Nebraska?
The most direct path is completing an associate degree in electrical technology, engineering technology, or drafting from a Nebraska institution such as Southeast Community College or Metropolitan Community College, followed by CAD software training specific to electrical design. Nebraska does not require a state-issued license for this role, but employers consistently favor candidates who hold or are pursuing NICET certification in electrical systems or a manufacturer credential in AutoCAD Electrical, as these demonstrate job-ready competency.
How much do electrical design technicians make in Nebraska?
Electrical design technicians in Nebraska earn a median of about $65,490 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $48,000 for the lowest 10% to over $93,540 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire electrical design technicians in Nebraska?
Nebraska electrical design technician roles are posted by Olsson, Omaha Public Power District, and Astec Industries and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Nebraska's utility, defense manufacturing, and food processing sectors tend to sustain the steadiest year-round demand for this role.
Which Nebraska cities have the most electrical design technician jobs?
Lincoln, Omaha, and Blair have the most electrical design technician openings in Nebraska right now. Omaha's concentration of utility companies, defense contractors, and corporate headquarters drives the bulk of postings, while Lincoln's manufacturing base and Grand Island's food processing and industrial facilities support demand in those markets.
Are there remote electrical design technician jobs in Nebraska?
Yes, but they're rare. About 100% of electrical design technician openings tied to Nebraska are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how site-dependent much of this work is. The tasks most often done remotely are schematic drafting and design reviews, while panel layout verification and installation support typically require an on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a electrical design technician in Nebraska with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a drafting technician or electrical CAD technician role at a Nebraska manufacturer or utility while completing or recently finishing an associate degree. Nebraska Public Power District and mid-size Omaha-area engineering firms regularly bring on junior drafters who support senior engineers, and Southeast Community College's capstone project portfolio is recognized by local employers as a credible substitute for direct work history. Earning an AutoCAD Electrical credential before applying gives candidates a measurable edge.
Where can I find and apply to electrical design technician jobs in Nebraska?
You can find and apply to electrical design technician jobs in Nebraska on Migrate Mate, which lists current Nebraska openings in one place. Search the roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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