Project Design Engineer (Electrical)
Job Description
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $90,000 - $110,000
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, paid holidays, and additional company-sponsored benefits.
- Design and complete electrical engineering projects while meeting customer and project schedule deadlines.
- Read, interpret, design, and mark up electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, panel layouts, interconnect drawings, and conduit drawings.
- Perform electrical calculations including wire sizing, transformer sizing, drive selection, braking resistors, contactors, overload protection, and related power distribution components.
- Design electrical control panels and custom enclosures in accordance with NEC and UL508A requirements.
- Work closely with Project Managers to ensure engineering deliverables are completed on time.
- Participate in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), supporting troubleshooting and problem resolution alongside engineering and field service teams.
- Assist with commissioning activities and provide technical support during equipment startup.
- Collaborate with purchasing, manufacturing, and service teams to support successful project execution.
- Recommend design improvements that enhance product performance, reliability, and cost efficiency.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in electrical design engineering within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
- Strong ability to read and create:
- Electrical schematics
- Single-line diagrams
- Panel layouts
- Interconnect drawings
- Conduit drawings
- Experience performing electrical design calculations for industrial equipment, including wire sizing, transformers, drives, contactors, overload protection, and related components.
- Working knowledge of NEC electrical code and UL508A standards.
- Experience supporting FAT, SAT, commissioning, or equipment startup activities.
- Ability to travel approximately 15% as project needs require.
- PLC or HMI programming experience (Rockwell or Siemens) is a plus, but not required.
- AutoCAD Electrical experience is preferred.
- Heavy industrial equipment or machinery design.
- Motor controls, drives, transformers, and power distribution systems.
- Factory or field commissioning experience.
- Experience designing custom electrical control panels.
Meet Your Recruiter
Sabrina Herrera
Sabrina Herrera is a seasoned Technical Recruiter with a knack for establishing genuine connections with candidates and continuously expanding her expertise in various roles and industries. With one year of dedicated service at Sterling and an impressive 15-year journey in the recruiting arena, Sabrina has become a respected figure in talent acquisition.
As a Technical Recruiter, Sabrina's ability to build strong relationships with candidates sets her apart. She values the opportunity to understand each individual's unique strengths, aspirations, and career goals, ensuring she can guide them toward the most suitable and fulfilling opportunities.
Having spent 15 years in the recruiting domain, Sabrina's experience spans diverse industries and roles. She embraces the challenges of exploring new fields, consistently striving to expand her knowledge and expertise. Her dedication to continuous learning allows her to stay at the forefront of emerging trends and best practices in the recruitment landscape.
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