Electrical Power Design Engineer (Level II)

Job Title: Electrical Power Design Engineer (Level II)
Location: Richmond, VA
Work Arrangement: Hybrid with remote flexibility
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire
Compensation Range: $80,000 - $120,000 annually

Role Overview

We are hiring an Electrical Power Design Engineer to support the development and sustainment of power distribution and protection equipment. This mid-level role is well suited for engineers who enjoy hands-on technical design while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced engineering environment.

The position offers exposure to the full product lifecycle-from concept and design through testing and manufacturing-working on dependable, high-performance electrical systems used in commercial and industrial applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform product-level electrical design for power distribution and protection systems, including component selection and system integration
• Contribute to thermal analysis, mechanical packaging considerations, and interconnection design
• Apply engineering principles related to analog and digital circuits, magnetics, and thermal behavior
• Prepare and maintain engineering documentation such as schematics, bills of materials (BOMs), and technical specifications
• Design power and control circuitry for switchboards and associated electrical equipment
• Support integration of externally sourced components into larger electrical assemblies
• Assist in the development of test procedures, technical reports, and manufacturing documentation
• Provide engineering support for both new designs and existing product platforms
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical systems during lab testing or production activities
• Participate in compliance and certification efforts aligned with UL, CSA, and IEC safety standards

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in electrical design, development, or a closely related engineering role

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering (MSEE)
• Experience designing or supporting switchboards (UL 891 or similar standards)
• Familiarity with engineering change processes (ECNs), BOM management, and documentation control systems
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD or comparable electrical design tools; exposure to ERP systems is a plus
• Hands-on experience using electrical test equipment (oscilloscopes, signal generators, network analyzers)
• Understanding of three-phase power systems and industrial electrical applications
• Knowledge of UL, CSA, and IEC requirements, including EMC and electrical safety standards
• Strong technical writing, documentation, and communication skills
• Proven troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving ability
• Exposure to environmental, reliability, or safety considerations in commercial or industrial products

Work Environment & Professional Growth

• Hybrid and remote-flexible work structure
• Opportunity to work on complex, real-world power system applications
• Collaborative, engineering-driven culture with involvement across the full product lifecycle
• Strong potential for long-term growth within a technically focused organization

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.