Electrical Designer
Job Description
The Electrical Designer will be responsible for the design, development, and documentation of industrial control systems for custom automation equipment. The role involves creating electrical schematics, panel layouts, bill of materials, and wiring diagrams that comply with customer specifications, applicable codes, and best practices. The Electrical Designer will collaborate closely with the mechanical engineering, controls engineering, and machine build teams throughout the project lifecycle.
- Design and develop electrical control panel layouts, schematics, and wiring diagrams using AutoCAD Electrical (or EPLAN, SolidWorks Electrical depending on project needs).
- Select appropriate electrical components (PLCs, HMIs, drives, sensors, relays, power distribution, safety devices, etc.) based on system requirements.
- Develop detailed Bills of Materials (BOMs) and procurement documentation.
- Ensure designs meet applicable standards (UL508A, NFPA 79, NEC, CE, ISO, etc.).
- Work collaboratively with Controls Engineers to integrate hardware with software and control logic.
- Support the panel shop during panel build and machine wiring phases.
- Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and system evaluations.
- Maintain accurate design documentation and revision control.
- Provide technical support for system debug, startup, and customer acceptance.
- Collaborate with vendors and suppliers to specify and source components.
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related discipline preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in industrial electrical design for custom automation or capital equipment.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical; experience with EPLAN or SolidWorks Electrical is a plus.
- Familiarity with PLC hardware platforms such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or Omron.
- Knowledge of industrial control components including HMIs, VFDs, motion controllers, sensors, and safety devices.
- Understanding of electrical standards such as UL508A, NFPA79, CE, NEC.
- Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently and in a cross-functional team environment.
- Willingness to support equipment build, debug, and commissioning as needed.
- Exposure to vision systems, robotics, or motion control technologies.
- Experience working for a custom automation integrator or OEM.
- Familiarity with medical device or regulated industries.
Meet Your Recruiter
Alejandra (Aly) Mora
Aly Mora is a devoted Technical Recruiter specializing in the dynamic Automation Division. With a rewarding 2-year tenure at Sterling, Aly’s passion for shaping people's careers and adeptness at navigating the competitive recruitment landscape make her a standout professional.
As a Technical Recruiter within the Automation Division, Aly brings a deep understanding of the industry's particulars, enabling her to expertly match skilled professionals with positions that align with their talents and aspirations. Her commitment to finding the perfect fit drives her to facilitate transformative career moves.
What Aly enjoys most about recruiting is the opportunity to shape people's careers positively. She takes pride in matching candidates' skills with the right job - witnessing their growth and success as they navigate their professional journeys. Aly is fueled by knowing she plays a pivotal role in her candidates' achievements.
In addition to her dedication to candidates, Aly extends her expertise to advising job seekers. Her advice is rooted in thorough research, urging candidates to invest time in understanding the company they're applying to, its values, culture, and industry presence. She believes informed candidates can ask insightful questions during interviews, showcasing their genuine interest and proactive attitude.