Electrical Design Engineer – Power Distribution
About The Position
Applied Engineering is seeking a motivated Electrical Design Engineer to lead electrical design efforts for a major power distribution product line redesign. The role develops schematics, wiring diagrams, one-lines, and layout drawings; interprets customer and site requirements; defines electrical specifications and system architectures; and produces documentation for manufacturing, testing, certification, and customer requests. The engineer works with cross-functional teams, subject-matter experts, suppliers, and internal engineering partners to deliver safe, compliant, manufacturable solutions and contribute to standardization and process improvements. The position is remote and open to applicants residing in Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Illinois, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, New Hampshire, North Dakota, South Dakota, Texas, or Wisconsin. The work may include design reviews, prototyping sessions, and on-site engineering discussions. Applied Engineering is a 100% employee-owned engineering consulting company providing talent and services to manufacturers across the Midwest and beyond. It describes its culture as collaborative, innovative, flexible, and fast-paced, with opportunities for career growth and varied assignments. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not offered.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering.
- At least 2 years of experience in electrical design for custom-engineered power distribution or electromechanical systems.
- Proficiency with electrical CAD tools for schematics, wiring diagrams, and layout drawings.
- Experience interpreting customer specifications and site requirements to develop electrical system solutions.
- Knowledge of electrical design best practices relating to safety, performance, manufacturability, and compliance.
- Experience creating technical documentation for manufacturing, testing, and certification.
- Experience with switchgear, switchboards, transfer switches, load banks, or related power distribution equipment.
- Familiarity with UL standards such as UL 1008, UL 508, and UL 1640.
- Experience using ERP, PLM, and engineering vault systems to manage design documentation and bills of materials.
- Ability to work independently and as a team member.
- Strong work ethic and integrity.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and a learning mindset.
- Curiosity, problem-solving ability, and analytical thinking.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Interest in working on a variety of projects.
- Legally authorized to work in the United States; the employer does not offer sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- Project management experience, including coordinating cross-functional teams and tracking deliverables, is strongly preferred.
- Background in process improvement, modularization, or design automation.
Responsibilities
- Lead all electrical design activities for a product line redesign.
- Develop electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, one-lines, and layout drawings using industry-standard CAD tools.
- Interpret customer specifications, site requirements, and technical constraints to develop accurate, compliant electrical system solutions.
- Define electrical specifications, component selections, and system architectures for power distribution equipment, including switchgear, switchboards, transfer switches, load banks, and docking stations.
- Produce technical documentation for manufacturing, testing, certification, and customer requests.
- Collaborate with subject-matter experts, cross-functional teams, suppliers, Applied partners, and internal stakeholders throughout projects.
- Ensure designs meet safety, performance, manufacturability, and applicable code and standard requirements.
- Support certification and compliance activities, including UL 1008, UL 508, UL 1640, and NEC requirements.
- Maintain electrical documentation, bills of materials, and revisions in ERP, PLM, and Vault systems.
- Contribute to process improvements, modularization, and design standardization initiatives.
- Participate in design reviews, prototyping sessions, and on-site engineering discussions.
- Contribute to projects that impact communities across North America.
Benefits
- Competitive salary.
- 401K retirement plan.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Continuing education support.
- Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance options.
- Paid overtime may be available.
- Flexible work schedule.
- Relocation assistance.
- Ownership opportunity.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
