Project Engineer - Electrical Systems

Entek•Henderson, NV

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Join ENTEK in Henderson, Nevada! ENTEK is excited to welcome an Electrical Project Engineer to our team in Henderson, Nevada. If you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, enjoy managing complex engineering projects, and are passionate about electrical systems, equipment integration, process improvement, and delivering innovative solutions, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career. As an Electrical Engineer within ENTEK's Engineering Center of Excellence (COE), you will design, develop, implement, and support electrical systems for industrial automation, manufacturing equipment, and process operations. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams including Mechanical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Manufacturing, Project Management, Quality, Supply Chain, Service, and customers to deliver safe, reliable, and code-compliant solutions. In this role, you will lead electrical system design, component selection, engineering documentation, standards compliance, controls integration support, troubleshooting, commissioning activities, and continuous improvement initiatives, helping drive successful project execution, innovation, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field required.
Minimum Eight (8) years of experience in designing electrical systems for industrial automation, machinery design, manufacturing, or related environments preferred.
Experience designing electrical systems for industrial equipment and automation applications.
Experience creating electrical schematics and engineering documentation.
Knowledge of electrical codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Electrical engineering principles and industrial control systems.
Power distribution and motor control systems.
PLC, HMI, VFD, instrumentation, and automation technologies.
Electrical codes and standards including NEC, UL 508A, NFPA 70, and CE requirements.
Electrical drafting and design software applications.
Industrial networking and controls concepts.
Electrical design for industrial equipment and automation systems.
Development of electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts.
Cross-functional project support and engineering collaboration.
Troubleshooting electrical and controls-related issues.
Supporting equipment commissioning and startup activities.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
Strong attention to detail and technical accuracy.
Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams.
Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

Experience with AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar electrical design software.
Experience with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar PLC platforms.
Hands-on commissioning, startup, or field service experience.
Experience with UL panel design and CE compliance.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
Experience within lithium battery, plastics manufacturing, process equipment, or related industries.
Experience with AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, Lean Manufacturing, and lithium battery, plastics, or process equipment industries is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop Electrical Systems technical requirements
Responsible to develop and own assigned Engineering COE initiatives
Responsible to create electrical sub-system diagrams and electrical schematics
Design panel components and wiring layouts
Design power distribution systems for industrial equipment and automation systems
Select and specify electrical components including PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, motors, sensors, instrumentation, circuit protection devices, and control hardware.
Develop and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs), electrical drawings, engineering documentation, and design records.
Ensure compliance with NEC, UL 508A, NFPA 70, CE, and applicable customer and industry standards.
Collaborate with Mechanical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Purchasing, and Project Management teams.
Participate in design reviews and provide technical guidance throughout project execution.
Maintain accurate engineering records, documentation, and project deliverables.
Follow company safety procedures and support a safe work environment.
Support controls system integration activities, including PLC, HMI, and industrial network implementation.
Assist with troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and corrective action activities.
Support equipment startup, commissioning, and system validation efforts.
Review electrical designs for functionality, manufacturability, safety, and compliance.
Coordinate with suppliers and vendors regarding electrical components and technical specifications.
Assist with project scheduling and engineering task management.
Support continuous improvement and engineering standardization initiatives.
Provide technical support during fabrication, assembly, testing, and installation.
Participate in factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), and customer design reviews.
Support field service activities and resolve technical issues at customer sites.
Collaborate with Operations, Manufacturing, and Service teams to improve product reliability and performance.
Assist with implementation of new technologies and automation solutions.
Provide technical recommendations to improve equipment functionality, safety, and efficiency.
Travel to customer facilities, supplier locations, manufacturing sites, and commissioning projects.
Support special engineering projects and strategic business initiatives.
Assist with training and mentoring junior engineers and technical personnel.
Participate in new product development and advanced engineering activities.