Job Description
Job Title: Mid-Level Electrical Design Engineer – Power Systems
Location: Richmond, Virginia (Hybrid / Remote Flexibility Available)
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire
Compensation: $80,000 – $120,000
Position Overview
We are seeking an Electrical Design Engineer II to support the development of reliable and high-performance power distribution equipment. This role is well-suited for someone who is detail-oriented, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced engineering environment.
The selected candidate will contribute to electrical design efforts, documentation, and system validation, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure product quality, safety, and performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute electrical design tasks at the product level, including component selection, thermal considerations, mechanical integration support, and interconnect design
- Apply working knowledge of analog and digital circuits, magnetics, and thermal management
- Develop technical specifications and engineering documentation for power protection and distribution systems
- Design switchboard power and control circuitry
- Create and maintain design records, including schematics and bills of materials (BOMs)
- Assist in integrating third-party components into electrical systems
- Support the creation of manufacturing documentation, test plans, and engineering reports
- Provide ongoing engineering support for both new product development and existing systems
- Troubleshoot electrical systems and subsystems through hands-on analysis
- Assist with product certification processes in coordination with NRTL standards (UL, CSA, IEC)
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)
- At least 2 years of experience in electrical design or product development
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (MSEE)
- Experience working with UL 891 switchboards
- Familiarity with engineering change processes (ECNs), BOM management, and documentation systems
- Experience using AutoCAD and ERP platforms
- Hands-on experience with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, and network analyzers
- Knowledge of three-phase power systems and electrical distribution
- Strong technical writing and communication skills
- Proven problem-solving ability in laboratory or testing environments
- Familiarity with UL, CSA, and IEC safety and EMC standards
- Understanding of environmental, reliability, and safety requirements in commercial or industrial application
What Success Looks Like
- Accurate and timely completion of design deliverables
- Well-documented and manufacturable engineering outputs
- Effective collaboration with internal teams
- Strong contribution to product quality, safety, and performance
- Proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
