Senior Electrical Engineer – R&D

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Lead the electrical design for power and control in new product development projects from inception to production implementation.

• Carry out New Product Introduction (NPI) electrical engineering tasks for assigned initiatives.

• Draft electrical engineering specifications and oversee the creation of electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and bills of materials for prototype equipment and test units.

• Establish the scope for product evaluation and certification, along with qualification pathways in collaboration with Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratories (NRTLs).

• Create and document test plans in accordance with relevant standards.

• Assist in-house and third-party laboratory testing, assess results, and make necessary design modifications.

• Assess electrical and thermal performance through testing, simulations, and analytical methods.

• Develop standard design criteria, design calculators, reusable design models, modular configurable designs, and option matrices to support standardized quoting and CPQ.

• Collaborate with manufacturing engineering to enhance Design for Manufacturability (DFM).

• Integrate electrical designs into equipment layouts and general arrangement drawings.

• Perform failure analysis and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

• Design switchboards and switchgear according to customer specifications, selecting electrical components based on performance criteria, standards, and project requirements.

• Act as the primary technical contact throughout manufacturing and testing phases, including troubleshooting during Factory Witness Tests.

• Provide technical assistance to Sales and Project Management during proposals and customer interactions.

• Mentor junior engineers through design reviews and knowledge sharing.

• Serve as a senior technical resource for production design projects.

• Adhere to company safety policies.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or equivalent experience.

• At least 5 years of experience in the electrical design of low and/or medium voltage power distribution equipment or related products.

• Proficient in NRTL (UL, Intertek/ETL, CSA, etc.) evaluation, testing, and certification processes.

• Familiar with common standards for electrical equipment (UL 891, 1558, 508A).

• Knowledgeable about IEEE/ANSI C37.20.2, C37.04, C37.06, C37.09; CSA C22.2; EEMAC G8-3.2 design guidelines; and NFPA 70E.

• Experience in using AutoCAD or similar software to create electrical diagrams and schematics.

• Willingness to travel up to 20% to support testing and other in-person product development activities.

• Previous field service experience and understanding is advantageous.

• Expert knowledge of relevant electrical standards (UL, NEC, ANSI, IEEE).

• Extensive knowledge of switchgear, switchboards, controls, and complex power distribution systems.

• Strong understanding of three-phase electric power concepts along with power control and protection schemes.

• Exceptional communication and technical writing abilities, with strong organizational skills and a keen attention to detail.

• Capable of providing technical mentorship and engaging in cross-functional collaboration.

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunity to work remotely.

• Travel opportunities up to 20% for testing and product development activities.

• Professional development through mentorship and knowledge sharing.