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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in designing low-voltage electrical systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations, and optimizing designs for reliability and cost-effectiveness. Proficient in collaborating across departments and providing technical consultation to internal and external customers.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Electrical Engineering DesignLow-Voltage Control SystemsUL 508A ComplianceSolidWorks 3D-ModelingElectrical Troubleshooting
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Hard Skills
Electrical Load CalculationElectrical Schematics GenerationProximity SensorsAC Induction MotorsVariable Frequency DrivesCable Harness DesignIndustrial PLC SystemsFailure AnalysisEngineering DrawingsDesign Reviews
Soft Skills
Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationProblem-Solving SkillsAnalytical MindsetCollaboration
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft Office SuiteSolidWorksCAD SoftwareDistributed Control NetworksCommunication Networks
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Electrical EngineeringUL/cUL CertificationCE CertificationISO 9001 Compliance
Industry Keywords
Industrial Control SystemsElectrical CodesSafety StandardsNEC RequirementsIEC RequirementsMachinery Safety DirectiveElectrical Design PrinciplesDesign OptimizationCustomer RequirementsProject Specifications
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesAssemblyETL
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Apply industrial control and factory automation principles as a Senior Electrical Engineer
- Design low-voltage electrical systems up to 600VAC, including power distribution, electrical control, motor control, wire harnesses, sensor application, and enclosures
- Make electrical engineering design decisions for own designs and evaluate designs generated by others
- Optimize designs for feasibility, risk, component cost, assembly time, reliability, quality, profitability, and customer value
- Collaborate with Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Marketing, and Sales through product development, release, and support
- Handle changes and problems related to assigned projects
- Initiate, conduct, and document design reviews
- Review product designs for compliance with engineering principles, safety, company standards, project specifications, customer requirements, electrical codes, standards, and regulations
- Act as Manufacturers Technical Representative through UL and ETL certification processes
- Coordinate approval and maintenance of electrical standards compliance, including UL 508A, UL 2011, CSA 22.2#14, UL 48, CSA 22.2#207, and CE certifications
- Create designs and design outputs in accordance with project specifications, safety requirements, and national/regional regulations including NEC, NFPA-79, CE, and CEC
- Develop component and system test plans and lead testing to verify design compliance
- Participate hands-on in prototype building when needed
- Generate one-line drawings, parts lists, BOMs, electrical schematics, engineering design specifications, SolidWorks parts and assemblies, and engineering drawings
- Participate in ISO 9001 quality processes and document control procedures
- Research and test new products and technologies and evaluate changing technologies and standards
- Evaluate concept feasibility, generate analyses, and manage design and development risks
- Serve as a technical expert for internal and external customers and provide electrical engineering consultation
- Communicate with customers, collect requirements, create product specifications, and estimate project timelines when needed
- Travel to customer locations for on-site testing, troubleshooting, and technical support when needed
- Demonstrate and encourage safe work practices
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
- 10+ years of experience working in design of electrically operated machinery and/or industrial control systems
- Proficiency with electrical load calculation, safe electrical design practices, NEC and IEC requirements, UL/cUL, CE EMC and Machinery Safety Directive
- Experience with UL 508A expected
- Proficiency in sensors including proximity, photo eye, and ultrasonic
- Proficiency in low-voltage controls, AC induction motors, variable frequency drives, cable harnesses, distributed control and communication networks including Ethernet and serial
- Experience with industrial PLC systems preferred
- Proficiency in interpreting and generating electrical schematics
- Experience in CAD and proficiency in generating engineering drawings
- Proficiency with SolidWorks 3D-modeling and its electrical design capabilities desired
- Good electrical troubleshooting skills required
- Experience with failure analysis of electrical designs and methods for improving those designs
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent problem-solving skills and analytical mindset
- Capacity to lead projects and collaborate effectively across departments
Benefits
Comp & perks- Discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in the applicable bonus plan
- Mentorship from collaborative managers and teammates
- Opportunities for meaningful career growth
- Unique and interesting local and global projects
- Opportunity to pursue different and rewarding career paths