What are the responsibilities and job description for the Design Engineer position at NPAworldwide?
Job Description:
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.
Qualifications:
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.).
Why Is This a Great Opportunity:
Switchgear is an assembly of electrical componentsincluding circuit breakers, fuses, and disconnect switchesused to control, protect, and isolate electrical equipment in a power system. This company is involved in major industrial power distribution environments. Paid relocation to beautiful southern Utah and University town.
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.
Qualifications:
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.).
Why Is This a Great Opportunity:
Switchgear is an assembly of electrical componentsincluding circuit breakers, fuses, and disconnect switchesused to control, protect, and isolate electrical equipment in a power system. This company is involved in major industrial power distribution environments. Paid relocation to beautiful southern Utah and University town.