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Job Title: Electrical Design Engineer – LV Switchgear & Control Panels

Location: Henrico, VA

Note: Need Auto cad Electrical (this is mandatory)

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled Electrical Design Engineer with 6–8 years of experience in Low Voltage (LV) switchgear design and manufacturing. The ideal candidate will possess hands-on experience with control panel design , electrical schematics , and engineering calculations , and be proficient with AutoCAD tools . This role involves close collaboration with engineering and production teams to ensure efficient and accurate delivery of high-quality electrical systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop LV switchgear systems including MCCs, PCC panels, Busways, Tap-off boxes , metering solutions, and protection relays.
• Create general arrangement drawings , control schematics , and wire harness designs based on system requirements and standards.
• Perform engineering calculations related to busbars , cabling , and load distribution.
• Ensure designs comply with ANSI codes and applicable industry standards for electrical control and protection systems.
• Use AutoCAD , AutoCAD Electrical , and Autodesk Vault to develop, manage, and document electrical designs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (design, production, and quality) to support engineering activities from concept through production.
• Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders across departments.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Strong experience in LV switchgear design and control panel engineering .
• Knowledge of industry-standard electrical components and protection systems.
• Familiarity with ANSI standards and practices.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD , AutoCAD Electrical , and Autodesk Vault .
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with OEMs or in manufacturing environments .
• Exposure to UL standards , NEC , or other global compliance regulations.
• Strong understanding of wire harnessing and panel layout optimization .

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