Design Engineer

Design Engineer

Roles & Responsibilities

• Responsible for the design, development, and documentation of low to medium voltage switchgear and power distribution systems

• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, customer requirements, and company quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop electrical switchgear systems including – general requirements, elevation and plan views, one-line diagrams, schematics, and control circuits.

• Select and specify electrical components such as breakers, relays, CTs, PTs, bus bars, and protective devices.

• Create and revise engineering drawings using CAD software (AutoCAD, E-Plan).

• Ensure designs comply with relevant standards (e.g., IEC, ANSI, UL, IEEE).

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical designers, project managers, and manufacturing teams.

• Review and interpret customer specifications and provide technical input during submittal, production, and post-shipment phases.

• Maintain project documentation and provide timely updates to project stakeholders.

Qualifications:

The successful Design Engineer must:

• Demonstrate accuracy, thoroughness, and impeccable attention to detail and organizational skills while successfully managing many concurrent projects

• Define problems, collect and interpret data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and implement effective solutions in a timely manner

• Communicate clearly and effectively

• Read and understand contracts, specifications, technical drawings, procedures, and manuals

• Approach others in a tactful manner, react well under pressure, treat others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position, accept responsibility for own action, and follow through on commitments.

• Use strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills through various stages of each project.

Skills/Knowledge/Traits

• Positive attitude

• Strong work ethic

• Time management skills

• Good written and verbal communication skills

• Problem-solving skills

• Works well under pressure

• Team player

Experience & Education:

The well-qualified Design Engineer will have:

• A Bachelor of Science degree, preferably in Electrical Engineering, or an Electrical Emphasis of a more General Engineering degree

• A technical degree or certificate with a minimum of three years’ relevant experience

• 3+ years of experience in switchgear or power distribution equipment design.

• Experience with AutoCAD, E-Plan, and Microsoft software

• Familiarity with low and medium voltage systems (up to 38kV).

• Strong understanding of electrical protection and control systems.

• Knowledge of relevant electrical standards (IEC, IEEE, UL, NEMA, etc.).

Ensure that the QMS (Quality Management Systems) confirms to ISO 9001:2015

­Ensure processes are delivering intended outcomes

­Report to Top Management on the performance of the QMS; on opportunities for improvement; on change requirements; on innovations

Ensure the promotion of customer focus

Ensure the integrity of the QMS is maintained

Work Environment:

• Self-directed, able to work autonomously or with limited direct supervision, receives general instructions on new assignments.

• Typical work week - 40 hrs.

• This is an on-site position unless approval is given by management based on a major life change

• Willingness to work 10% overtime as needed.

• Travel is not required for this position.

Paid relocation. Base plus bonus potential.