What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Engineer position at Switchgear Power Systems?
The Electrical Engineer II independently designs, documents, and executes medium- and low-voltage (MV/LV) switchgear and power distribution projects. The position is responsible for interpreting customer specifications, developing design deliverables, coordinating across engineering and manufacturing teams, and ensuring project quality and accuracy from order release through production support.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Electrical System Design
Required
Occasional (optional)
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; talk and hear. The employee regularly is required to walk and reach with hands. The employee is frequently required to sit and rarely required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Employee uses computer keyboards often. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Employee views computer monitor often.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is rarely exposed to airborne particles or chemical agents. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
Switchgear Power Systems is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Electrical System Design
- Independently designs and reviews electrical systems, including one-lines, three-lines, and control schematics
- Design power and control systems for MV/LV switchgear, metal-clad and metal-enclosed gear, and Power Distribution Centers (PDC)
- Prepare and review electrical deliverables including submittal/construction drawings, BOMs, and nameplates
- Perform AC/DC load calculations for CPTs and battery backup systems
- Ensure designs meet applicable standards (UL, IEEE, NEC, etc.) and company specifications
- Analyze customer specifications against the quote/BOM to identify gaps or issues
- Participate in internal design review meetings to ensure readiness for manufacturing
- Manage Engineering Changes (ECs), redlines, and documentation updates to support timely project release
- Prepare and review submittal and construction packages for completeness and accuracy
- Coordinate with mechanical and application engineers to ensure alignment between electrical one-line and mechanical layouts
- Collaborate with project managers, sourcing, and production teams throughout the project lifecycle
- Attend customer meetings as needed to support design validation, redline reviews, or technical clarifications
- Identify opportunities for process improvements or design standardization
- Share technical knowledge with newer engineers or designers as needed
Required
- Strong ability to interpret and develop electrical schematics, one-line, and three-line diagrams
- Working knowledge of protection relays, utility metering, Modbus communications, and circuit monitoring systems
- Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and adapt to shifting priorities
- Excellent documentation and collaboration skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)
- Proficiency in electrical CAD software and ability to produce complete, accurate design packages
- Demonstrated problem-solving ability in technical or project coordination issues
- Proactive mindset with ownership of assigned work and accountability for results
- Good understanding of MV/LV metal-clad, metal-enclosed, and pad-mount switchgear design
- Experience supporting prototype builds or early-stage production launches
- Working familiarity with SolidWorks Electrical and basic mechanical layout coordination
- Working knowledge of IEEE, UL, NEC, ANSI standards
- Experience with ERP systems, BOM management, or PDM tools
- Ability to assist or mentor junior team members when needed
- Positive attitude, adaptability, and desire for continuous improvement
Occasional (optional)
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; talk and hear. The employee regularly is required to walk and reach with hands. The employee is frequently required to sit and rarely required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Employee uses computer keyboards often. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Employee views computer monitor often.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is rarely exposed to airborne particles or chemical agents. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
Switchgear Power Systems is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.