Senior Electrical Control Panel Engineer

ALTEN

$115K — $130K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related field with relevant experience
  • 5+ years of experience in control panel design or 3+ years with a Master's degree
  • Proficiency in EPLAN or similar panel design software
  • Experience with NEC and UL 508A compliance standards
  • Hands-on experience with high-voltage testing procedures and safety protocols
  • Knowledge of power conversion devices and branch circuit protection coordination
  • Familiarity with PLM, product development, and requirement management software

Responsibilities

  • Design control panels according to NEC and UL 508A standards
  • Develop schematics, layouts, and BOMs using EPLAN
  • Select suitable components for high-voltage applications (600V AC, 2000V DC)
  • Collaborate with third-party vendors to ensure assembly aligns with design specifications
  • Oversee high-voltage testing, including hipot and insulation resistance tests
  • Work with mechanical teams on enclosure selection and thermal management
  • Support DFMEA activities for identifying panel-level failure modes

Benefits

  • Dynamic work environment focused on innovative battery technology
  • Opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional teams
  • Engagement in high-stakes projects impacting safety and compliance standards
  • Contribution to a company with breakthrough technology and strong growth potential
  • Professional development in a fast-paced industry
Full Job Description
Location: Berkeley, CA

We are hiring a Senior Control Panel Designer to impact development and validation of our groundbreaking battery technology. As part of our BMS Hardware & Electrical System team, you will be responsible for the full lifecycle of industrial control panel design - from component selection and schematic development through vendor coordination and high-voltage validation. You will work cross-functionally with mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing teams to deliver panels that meet the highest safety and compliance standards. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape and be part of the growth of a fast-moving company with breakthrough technology and an incredible mission!

Responsibilities
• Design the control panel panels in compliance with NEC (NFPA 70) and UL 508A standards
• Develop complete control panel schematic, layout and BOM using EPLAN
• Select appropriate control panel components including connectors, wire harnesses, branch circuit protection devices (breakers, fuses), and power conversion devices (drives, transformers, rectifiers)
• Select components rated for 600V AC and 2000V DC high-voltage applications
• Work directly with third-party panel vendors to translate design intent into built assemblies. Execute and oversee high-voltage testing procedures including hipot, insulation resistance, and functional validation
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers on panel enclosure selection, thermal management, and physical integration
• Support DFMEA activities for panel-level failure mode identification and risk mitigation

Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field with 5+ years of relevant experience; OR Master's degree with 3+ years of relevant experience
• Proficiency in panel design SW EPLAN or equivalent
• Demonstrated experience designing panels to NEC and UL 508A requirements
• Hands-on experience in testing with high-voltage testing procedures and associated safety protocols
• Strong working knowledge of branch protection coordination, wire sizing, and power conversion device integration
• Experience managing third-party panel fabrication vendors through design, build, and acceptance phases
• Familiarity with the SW including PLM (e.g. Arena or Team Center), product development SW (e.g. JIRA) and requirement management tools (e.g. JAMA)
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work independently and cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment

Salary Range
• $115,000-130,000
• The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate's combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience

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