Electrical Engineer

About the Company

Orbital is an AI-first industrial company building hardware from the atoms up. We are developing critical hardware for AI data centers to make them more performant and sustainable, uniting AI-automated hardware engineering with AI-designed material science.

Responsibilities

• Develop complete electrical system architectures for industrial equipment and automation systems
• Produce detailed electrical installation drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, and panel layouts
• Model electrical components and cable paths within Autodesk Inventor assemblies
• Define control strategies, functional specifications, and instrumentation selection
• Collaborate with client teams on PLC programming requirements and HMI architecture
• Generate release-ready drawing packages including BOMs, cable schedules, and single-line diagrams
• Mentor engineers and designers on best practices for electrical and controls installation
• Champion design automation workflows with the AI team
• Ensure all designs meet relevant electrical codes and standards (NEC, CEC, UL/CSA, NFPA)

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• P.Eng. designation or ability to obtain it
• 5+ years of experience in electrical and controls design
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software, specifically Autodesk Inventor or equivalent
• Strong experience producing electrical installation drawings and industrial wiring schematics
• Deep understanding of PLC I/O, instrumentation, VFDs, and safety circuits
• Working knowledge of relevant electrical standards and codes
• Experience with modular equipment, power distribution (480V/600V), and low-voltage controls

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with AutoCAD Electrical and Inventor Cable & Harness
• Experience with 3D panel design workflows
• Background in HVAC, industrial equipment, or advanced manufacturing systems