Electrical Design Engineer

nVent • Madison, WI

20d

About The Position

As an Electrical Design Engineer at nVent Management Company, you will serve as a technical resource responsible for the accuracy, quality, and electrical build intent of project documentation. This internally focused role emphasizes schematic and electrical print reviews, compliance with the National Electrical Code (NEC), and timely release of electrical drawings and electrical bills of materials (EBOMs). You will manage multiple active projects, collaborate with external engineering leads, and provide technical assistance to Production while maintaining design integrity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field, or equivalent field experience such as a Journeyman Electrician background; preferred.
• Five or more years of experience in electrical build, electrical systems, manufacturing support, or field-based electrical work; preferred.
• Solid knowledge of electrical theory and the ability to read, interpret, and review detailed schematics and electrical prints.
• Working knowledge of NEC requirements and the ability to apply them consistently during build review and release activities.
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently in concentrated settings while handling several ongoing projects.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Production, and Project Management.
• Meticulous approach and strong dedication to accuracy, quality, and build integrity.

Nice To Haves

• Experience crafting, reviewing, and releasing electrical bills of materials (EBOMs).
• Familiarity with Bluebeam or other PDF annotation software, ERP systems such as Epicor or similar, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field, or equivalent field experience such as a Journeyman Electrician background.
• Five or more years of experience in electrical build, electrical systems, manufacturing support, or field-based electrical work.

Responsibilities

• Own the accuracy, quality, and electrical build intent across schematic reviews, print reviews, and EBOM and print releases for assigned projects.
• Lead detailed schematic and electrical print reviews to ensure builds are complete, clear, and ready for customer submittal.
• Lead completion of initial electrical drawing packages, ensuring alignment with NEC requirements and internal electrical standards.
• Ensure adherence to the National Electrical Code and detailed electrical design intent throughout released drawings and bills of materials.
• Support Production by responding to design-related questions and resolving issues during build and test phases.
• Manage a heavy active-project workload efficiently while maintaining focus across concurrent efforts.
• Participate in technical handoffs from external engineering leads, ensuring clear understanding of scope, assumptions, and development requirements.
• Assist with EBOM and print release tasks.
• Assist with assessing and selecting long-lead materials and major electrical equipment to support project schedules and build readiness.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
• Critical illness and accident insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Employee stock purchase plan with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement may be available.
• Caregiver, personal, and parental leave may be available.
• Back-up care services may be available.
• Paid time off, including volunteer time, may be available.
• Well-being program may be available.
• Legal and identity theft protection may be available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time