Electrical Engineer II

Quick Facts

• Electrical Engineer II (Modernization Team)
• Onsite initially with potential for 2–3 days remote work once acclimated (Cincinnati area)

Description

This role focuses on the design of low and medium-voltage switchgear assemblies/systems and associated power systems equipment, ensuring compliance with IEEE/ANSI, IEC, and NEC/NFPA 70E standards. The engineer will aid in engineering customized low voltage and medium voltage equipment, including control and protection scheme development and ownership of electrical projects.

Responsibilities

• Design and coordinate electrical control and protection schemes for low and medium-voltage switchgear equipment, including interfaces and interconnections for new and retrofill/retrofit applications.
• Create engineering documents for customer approval: drawings, one-line, foundation drawings, wire list, and bill of material.
• Own and manage large electrical projects: coordinate engineering activities, ensure timely completion, and maintain quality.
• Coordinate with plant engineering teams to support smooth project execution.
• Participate in strategy discussions with sales, quotation, and project management teams for significant projects.
• Review customer-supplied documents (technical specifications, customer one-liners, and related materials) to develop harmonized solutions.
• Perform order reviews to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with specifications and standards; identify issues early.
• Use PLCs and/or relays to accomplish control scheme designs.
• Create, test, and troubleshoot electrical schemes.
• Apply Modbus communications for utility metering and circuit monitoring applications.
• Support Modbus and TCP/IP communications, RS-485, Ethernet, and third-party interfaces.
• Support production and quality assurance teams for manufacturing excellence.
• Conduct site visits to assess condition and ratings of existing equipment.
• Support testing, validation, and troubleshooting of electrical systems.

Requirements

• Electrical Engineering degree required.
• 4 years of progressive post-bachelor’s experience required.
• Experience in electrical design of switchgear/switchboard or other power distribution products (low or medium voltage).
• Experience with Schneider Electric power distribution products preferred.
• Manufacturing experience.
• Ability to travel 2–3 days per month.

Benefits

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