Electrical Design Engineer

MCS Automation•Howell Township, NJ

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented Electrical Design Engineer to join our engineering team specializing in control systems for material handling and conveyor applications. In this role, you will own the complete electrical design scope for control system projects — from initial concept and schematic development through panel design, component selection, and deliverable documentation. You will collaborate closely with project managers, mechanical engineers, panel fabricators, and purchasing to produce accurate, code-compliant design packages that drive successful project execution. This is an office-based design role. The ideal candidate has a strong command of AutoCAD Electrical, a deep understanding of industrial control system design, and a commitment to producing thorough, self-verified work.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEET), or closely related field; equivalent professional experience considered
3–7 years of experience in electrical design for industrial automation or material handling control systems
Expert-level proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical — schematic design, panel layouts, BOM generation, and project file management
Solid understanding of low-voltage power distribution, motor control circuits, and field device wiring
Working knowledge of industrial control panel construction standards (UL 508A) and electrical codes (NEC / NFPA 70)
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and existing electrical schematics
Strong attention to detail with a disciplined approach to drawing accuracy and self-verification
Ability to manage multiple active drawing packages simultaneously under project schedule pressure
Effective written and verbal communication with internal teams, fabricators, and customers

Nice To Haves

Experience designing controls for conveyor systems, sortation equipment, palletizers, or distribution center automation
Background in the parcel handling industry including parcel sortation, crossbelt sorters, tilt tray systems, or last-mile distribution conveyor systems
Familiarity with Allen-Bradley / Rockwell Automation PLC hardware (ControlLogix, CompactLogix) — component selection and I/O configuration for design purposes
Experience with Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) selection and wiring design
Knowledge of safety system design — safety relay wiring, light curtain integration, e-stop circuit design per NFPA 79 and ISO 13849
Familiarity with EtherNet/IP DLR ring topology and Stratix managed switch hardware
Experience producing UL 508A panel design packages for third-party fabrication shops
Experience with Autodesk Vault for drawing and document management, revision control, and project file lifecycle management
PE license or active pursuit of licensure is a plus

Responsibilities

Develop complete electrical design packages including power distribution one-line diagrams, motor control schematics, I/O wiring diagrams, control panel layouts, and field device wiring details using AutoCAD Electrical
Design control panel layouts and enclosure configurations in compliance with UL 508A, NEC (NFPA 70), and NFPA 79
Produce accurate, thoroughly self-verified schematics and panel drawings for use by fabricators and field installation teams
Create and maintain drawing numbering, revision control, and project drawing registers
Size and select electrical components including PLCs, VFDs, motor starters, safety relays, circuit protection devices, photoelectric sensors, proximity switches, and other field devices
Develop detailed Bills of Materials (BOMs) for control panels and field instrumentation
Coordinate with purchasing on component procurement, substitutions, and lead time constraints
Evaluate vendor submittals and approve alternate components against design specifications
Develop complete panel layouts including din rail arrangements, wire duct routing, terminal block assignments, and enclosure sizing
Produce UL 508A-compliant panel design packages suitable for third-party fabrication
Define cable and conduit schedules, field device junction box layouts, and interconnect wiring drawings
Design industrial network architectures including EtherNet/IP topologies, DLR ring configurations, and managed switch layouts
Produce network topology diagrams and device addressing documentation
Serve as the electrical design lead on assigned projects, coordinating with project managers and mechanical engineering throughout the design lifecycle
Participate in design reviews, drawing kickoffs, and internal engineering review meetings
Support panel fabricators and field installation teams by responding to RFIs and issuing drawing clarifications
Develop and maintain as-built drawing packages upon project completion
Create Description of Operation (DOO) documents that clearly describe system behavior for use by programmers and commissioning personnel
Issue drawing revisions, engineering change orders, and design deviations as required
Maintain and contribute to internal electrical design standards, schematic templates, title block standards, and component libraries within AutoCAD Electrical
Identify opportunities to improve design efficiency, reduce material cost, and improve drawing quality
Stay current with applicable codes and standards (NEC, NFPA 79, UL 508A, OSHA)