Electrical Engineer

Panelmatic•Conroe, TX

About The Position

Panelmatic is seeking an accountable Project Engineer to manage the engineering and technical disciplines associated with projects. The role schedules, plans, forecasts, resources, and manages technical activities to ensure project accuracy and quality from conception through completion. The engineer designs electrical and control systems, selects components, develops bills of materials, builds and tests prototypes, troubleshoots issues, and coordinates electrical-system integration with project teams and clients. The position also oversees compliance with applicable standards, codes, regulations, and safety guidelines; prepares technical documentation and project reports; monitors quality, budget, schedule, and personnel performance; and works with operations to resolve problems. The engineer is expected to identify opportunities for process optimization, cost reduction, and performance improvements, while communicating project status and recommendations to stakeholders. The posting requires the employee to live in the greater Brookfield area and meet stated physical and screening requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an ABET-accredited program, or at least 10 years of proven experience in the electrical engineering field.
At least three years of experience in electrical equipment manufacturing.
At least three years of experience with electrical engineering principles, circuits, and systems.
At least three years of experience with industry standards and regulations, including NEC, UL, IEC, and IEEE.
At least three years of experience with AutoCAD, EPLAN, and electrical design tools.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with diverse teams.
Ability to adapt to changing project requirements and priorities.
Adherence to and alignment with company core values.
Must live in the greater Brookfield area.
Must be able to pass physical, drug, driving, and background checks.
Ability to push, pull, and lift 50 pounds or more.
Ability to sit, stand, and walk for more than four hours at a time.
Ability to stoop and bend for more than four hours.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree.
Three years of experience in a design or similar engineering role.
Experience with electrical-system simulation and analysis software such as SKM or ETAP.
Knowledge of sustainable and energy-efficient design practices.
Familiarity with industry applications such as energy fields, food processing, mining, power plant-substation, or data mining.

Responsibilities

Design electrical and control systems, including detailed schematics, diagrams, layouts, electrical control circuits, and bus bar systems.
Select project components and prepare bills of materials for equipment such as switchboards, motor control centers, panelboards, VFD controls, ATS, industrial control panels, relays, power supplies, transformers, and HVAC.
Build and test prototypes; evaluate performance, reliability, and compatibility; and troubleshoot design or product issues.
Coordinate electrical requirements and specifications with project management, product teams, other engineers, and stakeholders.
Ensure designs comply with industry standards, codes, regulations, certifications, and safety guidelines.
Prepare technical documentation, design specifications, reports, and manuals, and maintain records of design changes, test results, and project progress.
Present findings and recommendations to project teams and stakeholders.
Diagnose and resolve issues arising during manufacturing or after project completion.
Implement safety measures to protect workers and the public from hazards.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and communicate with team members and clients to gather requirements, address concerns, and provide updates.
Identify opportunities for process optimization, cost reduction, and performance enhancement; stay informed about emerging technologies; and propose and implement improvements.
Monitor compliance with applicable codes, practices, policies, performance standards, and specifications.
Interact with clients to interpret their needs and requirements and represent them in the field.
Perform quality control of budget, schedule, plans, and personnel performance, and regularly report project status.
Work effectively with the project manager and other project participants to provide technical support.
Maximize project efficiency and profitability.
Prepare periodic progress and cost reports for leadership.
Collaborate with operations to identify and troubleshoot problems.
Perform other duties as assigned.