Electrical Hardware Engineer
About The Position
Seeking experienced Electrical Hardware Engineers to support a major automation installation project in Austin, Texas. This position will serve as a key technical resource during equipment installation and commissioning activities, providing on-site electrical engineering support, maintaining electrical documentation, and ensuring field issues are resolved quickly and effectively. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with industrial automation systems, electrical hardware design, field installation support, and EPLAN documentation within automotive, battery, manufacturing, or automated production environments.
Requirements
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Automation Engineering, or related field
- 3+ years of experience supporting industrial automation, machine tool, automotive, or manufacturing projects
- Proficiency with EPLAN Electric P8
- Ability to read and interpret: Electrical schematics, Wiring diagrams, Control panel layouts, Installation drawings
- Strong understanding of industrial electrical systems and controls
- Experience supporting field installation and commissioning activities
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication skills and ability to work directly with installation teams
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting automotive manufacturing or battery production facilities
- Knowledge of PLC-controlled automation systems
- Experience with robotic systems and automated assembly equipment
- Familiarity with electrical standards including NFPA 79, NEC, and UL508A
- Previous experience supporting large-scale automation integration projects
Responsibilities
- Support electrical installation activities during equipment build and commissioning
- Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting assistance to field installation teams
- Answer installation-related electrical and controls questions from technicians and contractors
- Update, revise, and maintain EPLAN electrical drawings based on field conditions and engineering changes
- Document redlines and ensure all electrical schematics accurately reflect final installation conditions
- Coordinate with project managers, controls engineers, mechanical engineers, and installation teams to resolve technical issues
- Review electrical layouts, wiring diagrams, and panel drawings for accuracy
- Support issue tracking, corrective actions, and engineering change implementation
- Verify electrical installations comply with project specifications and standards
- Assist with startup, debugging, and validation activities as required
- Participate in daily project meetings and communicate installation progress and technical concerns
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
