Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
5+ years of experience in electrical product engineering or power distribution.
Strong knowledge of electrical power distribution equipment and protective devices.
Hands-on troubleshooting experience with electrical equipment.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical specifications.
Proven skills in leading technical investigations and documenting findings.
Experience in developing technical instructions and training personnel.
Responsibilities
Lead electrical product development from concept to prototype testing.
Perform hands-on assembly, wiring, and troubleshooting of prototypes.
Prepare test procedures and document results for validation.
Develop expertise in ABB Relion and SEL protective relays.
Complete ABB training for authorized service of protective relay products.
Support secondary injection testing and relay system commissioning.
Lead field service escalations and coordinate with manufacturers.
Benefits
Opportunity for ABB training and formal service provider status.
Hands-on experience with cutting-edge electrical products.
Mentorship opportunities for professional growth.
Dynamic work environment across various facilities.
Engagement in both R&D and field service activities.
Full Job Description
Onsite: Travel: 25%
About the Role:
Hands-on Senior Product Engineer in R&D Engineering focused on electrical product development, protection and controls, and prototype validation for power distribution equipment. Support ABB Relion, SEL, and other protective relay brands. Receive ABB training and complete applicable qualifications for formal ABB-authorized service provider status for supported ABB products. Once trained and qualified, develop and deliver Service team training and serve as the engineering point of contact for escalated relay and protection system issues.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead electrical product development from concept through prototype testing and release; develop and review schematics, control circuits, component selections, and protection interfaces.
Perform hands-on prototype assembly, wiring, and troubleshooting; coordinate with Mechanical Engineering on electrical integration, wiring, and service access.
Prepare test procedures, define acceptance criteria, document results, and resolve development and validation issues.
Develop expertise in the operation, application, testing, and troubleshooting of ABB Relion, SEL, and other protective relays and associated control systems.
Complete ABB training and applicable qualification and authorization requirements for formal ABB-authorized service of supported ABB protective relay products.
Perform and support secondary injection testing; verify trip circuits, interlocks, and control logic; support relay system commissioning and troubleshooting.
Lead field service escalations: analyze event and disturbance records, reproduce issues, coordinate with ABB, SEL, and other manufacturers, and verify corrective action through closure.
Develop and deliver Service training, service procedures, troubleshooting guides, practical exercises, and competency checks; keep materials current.
Maintain approved relay configurations, settings records, firmware information, backups, and test documentation; maintain drawing, BOM, and validated configuration alignment.
Lead technical design reviews, mentor engineers, and use field service findings to improve product designs, test procedures, and training.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related engineering discipline.
Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in electrical product engineering, power distribution, protection and controls, testing, commissioning, or technical service.
Strong understanding of electrical power distribution equipment, protective devices, control circuits, and equipment operation.
Demonstrated hands-on experience troubleshooting electrical equipment and interpreting test results.
Ability to read one-line diagrams, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical specifications.
Ability to lead technical investigations, document findings, and communicate practical solutions.
Ability to develop clear technical instructions and train engineers and service personnel.
Knowledge of electrical safe work practices and applicable industry standards.
Willingness to complete ABB training and applicable service qualification and authorization requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with ABB Relion, SEL, or other protective relay brands. Prior ABB expertise is preferred; ABB training will be provided.
Experience testing or commissioning protective relays using secondary injection equipment.
Experience with low- and medium-voltage switchgear or other power distribution assemblies.
Familiarity with relay communications and integration, including IEC 61850, GOOSE, Modbus, or DNP3, as applicable.
Experience delivering technical training and supporting complex field service escalations; familiarity with engineering document control, PDM, and ERP systems.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at time.
Prolonged periods sitting, standing, walking, and performing repetitive tasks.
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to stand, walk, climb, bend, stoop, and work at heights for extended periods.
Work Environment: May work in various settings at the Maverick Power facilities, in offices, in multiple shops, and in commercial buildings. Maintaining the same position or posture while performing tasks and sitting for prolonged periods. The above-noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the applicant a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of this position. As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of the position.
