Electrical Design Engineer I

Electrical Design Engineer I

Location: Marietta, OH
Job Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
Starting Salary: From $80,000 per year

Position Overview

We are seeking an Electrical Design Engineer I to support the development and enhancement of electrical power distribution equipment. This role will contribute to product design, engineering documentation, testing, and technical support while working with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable and compliant electrical solutions.

This opportunity is ideal for an engineer with a strong electrical engineering foundation who enjoys hands-on problem solving, product development, and power systems design.

Responsibilities

Electrical Design

• Design electrical systems and components for power distribution equipment.
• Select electrical components and assist with thermal design, mechanical packaging concepts, and interconnection hardware.
• Design switchboard power and control circuits.
• Apply knowledge of analog and digital circuit design, magnetics, and thermal management.
• Develop engineering specifications for power protection products.

Documentation & Product Development

• Create and maintain engineering documentation, including schematics and bills of materials (BOMs).
• Prepare technical reports, manufacturing documentation, and test procedures.
• Support the integration and qualification of third-party devices within power distribution systems.
• Participate in hardware design reviews to verify product performance and reliability.

Testing & Engineering Support

• Provide engineering support for new and existing power protection products.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems, assemblies, and subsystems.
• Assist with product safety certifications and compliance activities, including UL, CSA, and IEC standards.
• Work with engineering and manufacturing teams to resolve technical issues throughout the product lifecycle.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE).
• Experience using AutoCAD or similar CAD drafting software.
• Experience designing power distribution equipment, including:
  • Power Distribution Units (PDUs)
  • Static Transfer Switches (STS)
  • Remote Power Panels (RPPs)
  • Switchboards

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using electrical engineering test equipment, including:
  • Oscilloscopes
  • Network analyzers
  • Signal generators
  • Knowledge of three-phase electrical systems and power distribution.
  • Strong troubleshooting and laboratory skills.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and technical documentation abilities.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

What You'll Gain

• Full-time, direct-hire position.
• Starting salary from $80,000 per year.
• Opportunity to contribute to the design and development of electrical power distribution products.
• Collaborative engineering environment with opportunities for professional growth and technical development.