Engineer, Electrical Systems

EOS • Edison, NJ

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About The Position

The Electrical Systems Engineer is responsible for designing, integrating, testing, and supporting communications, uninterruptible power supply (UPS), auxiliary power, and related electrical systems. The role ensures system reliability, regulatory compliance, and successful deployment by collaborating with cross-functional teams throughout the project lifecycle. The engineer provides technical expertise in system architecture, power distribution, equipment integration, troubleshooting, and commissioning to support critical infrastructure and operational requirements.

The position involves creating engineering deliverables, conducting electrical analyses and equipment sizing, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, resolving system issues, and supporting testing and commissioning activities. The engineer also ensures compliance with applicable codes, standards, safety requirements, and quality processes, and maintains engineering documentation and as-built records.

The role involves overnight travel within North America of 10–25%. Work takes place in both office and factory environments. Factory conditions may include moving machinery and vehicles, electrical current, vibration, temperature changes, chemicals, fumes, airborne particles, dust, loud noise, and the use of safety equipment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience.
• Experience with communications, UPS, battery backup, and auxiliary power systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Knowledge of electrical codes, standards, and engineering best practices.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Overnight travel within North America of 10–25%.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with critical infrastructure, transportation, utility, industrial, or telecommunications environments.
• Familiarity with SCADA, network communications, fiber optic systems, or industrial control systems.
• Experience supporting commissioning, field testing, and startup activities.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, MicroStation, ETAP, SKM, or similar engineering software.

Responsibilities

• Design, integrate, and support communications, UPS, auxiliary power, and related electrical systems to meet project, customer, and regulatory requirements.
• Develop system architectures, single-line diagrams, wiring schematics, interface documentation, and technical specifications.
• Perform electrical analyses, equipment selection, and system sizing for power distribution, battery backup, UPS, and communications infrastructure.
• Coordinate with internal teams, customers, contractors, and vendors to ensure successful system integration and project execution.
• Lead troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and resolution of electrical, communications, and system integration issues during design, installation, and operation.
• Develop and execute testing, validation, commissioning, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) activities in partnership with Product teams.
• Ensure compliance with applicable electrical codes, industry standards, safety requirements, and quality processes.
• Prepare and maintain engineering documentation, reports, configurations, and as-built records throughout the project lifecycle.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level