Sr. Electrical Design Engineer

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and engineering of electrical switchgear systems, including medium and low voltage switchgear, circuit breakers, and control panels.
• Develop detailed electrical schematics, layout drawings, and BOM lists according to client specifications and budget.
• Oversee the integration of switchgear with power distribution and control systems.
• Manage switchgear design projects from concept to completion, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Provide expert guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and technical staff.
• Conduct thorough testing, validation, and creation of test scripts to ensure functionality of control schemes.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical engineers and project managers, to meet project requirements.
• Identify and implement improvements in switchgear design and control systems through R&D efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
• 5-8 years of experience in electrical design, specifically focusing on switchgear and control systems.
• Expertise in switchgear design, electrical protection systems, and control panel design.
• Proficiency with electrical design software such as AutoCAD, EPLAN, or ETAP.
• Strong understanding of industry standards including IEC, ANSI, UL, and IEEE.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-moving environment.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in electrical engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Experience with advanced switchgear technologies, smart grid systems, digital substations, or IoT applications.

About the Company

Vertiv is a $10.2 billion global critical infrastructure and data center technology company. We ensure customers’ vital applications run continuously by bringing together hardware, software, analytics, and ongoing services. Our portfolio includes power, cooling, and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network.