Electrical Design Engineer

Verus Associates, Inc.

$95K — $150K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
  • 3-5 years of applicable experience in electrical and controls design.
  • Proficiency in design and drafting using AutoCAD or Microstation is preferred.
  • EIT (FE) credential preferred but not required; candidates should intend to take the FE or PE exam soon.
  • Strong understanding of electrical codes, standards, and best practices.

Responsibilities

  • Design low-voltage and medium-voltage power distribution and lighting systems for various facilities.
  • Create control systems integrating PLC and network hardware, including control panels.
  • Conduct engineering tasks such as design, drafting, and specifications for projects.
  • Collaborate with a senior engineer on comprehensive design packages, ensuring attention to detail.
  • Manage deliverables within electrical and controls work packages while coordinating with other teams.
  • Communicate effectively with team members and clients both verbally and in writing.
  • Participate in fieldwork for engineering surveys and commissioning.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for career advancement into an electrical engineer position upon obtaining licensure.
  • Mentorship from senior engineers to guide professional development.
  • Work in a close-knit team environment that values authenticity and humor.
  • Flexible work environment that adapts to changing project needs.
  • Engagement in diverse projects across industrial, commercial, and manufacturing sectors.
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

Electrical and Controls Designer

VERUS is looking for a self-motivated, organized, and results-driven Electrical and Controls Designer to join our close-knit team. This position allows for those with a degree in electrical engineering to grow and advance into an electrical engineer position once they are professionally licensed.

Our clients are important to us, so we need someone who is accountable and well organized, takes pride in meeting deadlines and milestones, and enjoys a good challenge. Our ideal candidate is also analytical and detail-oriented, with an understanding of codes, standards, engineering best practices, and quality control. They also understand the balance between technical excellence and practical engineering.

Most importantly, we are looking for a person who will fit in with our existing team - someone who is authentic and trustworthy, with a good sense of humor, approachability, and humility. Our aim is to further strengthen our team with both technical and personable people who can elevate our engineering capabilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The responsibilities and attributes of the Electrical and Controls Designer include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Design of low-voltage and medium-voltage power distribution systems, lighting systems, and other electrical/control systems for industrial, commercial, and manufacturing facilities.
  • Design of industrial, commercial, and manufacturing control systems, including the plantwide integration of PLC and network hardware and interconnections, and control panel design.
  • Perform electrical and control engineering tasks associated with projects, including design, drafting, engineering calculations, and specifications.
  • Work under, and receive mentorship from, a senior engineer on comprehensive electrical and control design packages including: electrical and control diagrams, plans, details, panel arrangements, bill of materials, and hazardous area classification.
  • Manage the assigned electrical and controls work package deliverables, including coordinating with other disciplines and drafting teams. Prioritize and set deadlines, while also being adaptable and flexible to changing needs.
  • Ability to communicate competently with team members and Clients, both verbally and in writing.
  • Experienced and/or comfortable with working in the field for engineering surveys and commissioning activities.


Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
  • 3-5 years of applicable experience.
  • Solid basis of design and drafting using AutoCAD or Microstation (or both) is preferred.
  • EIT (FE) is preferred but not required. Intention to take FE or PE exam in near future, if not already, is a minimum requirement.


Please submit your resume and cover letter in PDF form (maximum four pages) via email to [email protected].

Salary Description

95,000 - 150,000

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