Design Engineer

McM Engineering II, Inc.; Cedar City, Northern (UT, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

McM Engineering II, Inc. seeks a Design Engineer to design, develop, and document low to medium voltage switchgear and power distribution systems in an on-site Utah setting.

You will ensure compliance with industry standards and customer requirements while delivering reliable electrical designs. Responsibilities include CAD work with AutoCAD and E-Plan, component specification, cross‑functional collaboration, and maintaining project documentation with timely stakeholder updates.

Qualifications

• The candidate has a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 3+ years of experience in switchgear or power distribution design.
• Experience with AutoCAD and E-Plan, and Microsoft software.
• Familiarity with low and medium voltage systems up to 38kV.
• Strong knowledge of electrical protection and control systems.
• Compliance with IEC, IEEE, UL, NEMA and related standards.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and document LV to MV switchgear and power distribution systems.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards, customer requirements, and MCM quality standards.
• Create and revise engineering drawings using CAD software (AutoCAD, E-Plan).
• Select and specify electrical components such as breakers, relays, CTs, PTs, bus bars, and protective devices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical designers, project managers, and manufacturing teams.
• Review and interpret customer specifications and provide technical input during submittal, production, and post-shipment phases.
• Maintain project documentation and provide timely updates to project stakeholders.

Skills

Positive attitude

Strong work ethic

Time management

Written & verbal communication

Problem solving

Works under pressure

Team player

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Technical degree or certificate

Tools

AutoCAD

E-Plan

Microsoft Office

Job description

Design Engineer

• Ensure that the QMS confirms to ISO 9001:2015
• Ensure processes are delivering intended outcomes
• Report to Top Management on the performance of the QMS; on opportunities for improvement; on change requirements; on innovations
• Ensure the promotion of customer focus
• Ensure the integrity of the QMS is maintained

Roles & Responsibilities

• Responsible for the design, development, and documentation of low to medium voltage switchgear and power distribution systems
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, customer requirements, and MCM quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical switchgear systems including - general requirements, elevation and plan views, one-line diagrams, schematics, and control circuits.
• Select and specify electrical components such as breakers, relays, CTs, PTs, bus bars, and protective devices.
• Create and revise engineering drawings using CAD software (AutoCAD, E-Plan).
• Ensure designs comply with relevant standards (e.g., IEC, ANSI, UL, IEEE).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical designers, project managers, and manufacturing teams.
• Review and interpret customer specifications and provide technical input during submittal, production, and post-shipment phases.
• Maintain project documentation and provide timely updates to project stakeholders.

Work Environment

• Self-directed, able to work autonomously or with limited direct supervision, receives general instructions on new assignments.
• Typical work week - 40 hrs.
• This is an on-site position unless approval is given by management based on a major life change
• Willingness to work 10% overtime as needed.
• Travel is not required for this position.

Qualifications

The successful Design Engineer must:

• Demonstrate accuracy, thoroughness, and impeccable attention to detail and organizational skills while successfully managing many concurrent projects
• Define problems, collect and interpret data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and implement effective solutions in a timely manner
• Communicate clearly and effectively
• Read and understand contracts, specifications, technical drawings, procedures, and manuals
• Approach others in a tactful manner, react well under pressure, treat others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position, accept responsibility for own action, and follow through on commitments.
• Use strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills through various stages of each project.

Skills/Knowledge/Traits

• Positive attitude
• Strong work ethic
• Time management skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Works well under pressure
• Team player

Experience & Education

The well-qualified Design Engineer will have:

• A Bachelor of Science degree, preferably in Electrical Engineering, or an Electrical Emphasis of a more General Engineering degree
• A technical degree or certificate with a minimum of three years' relevant experience
• 3+ years of experience in switchgear or power distribution equipment design.
• Experience with AutoCAD, E-Plan, and Microsoft software
• Familiarity with low and medium voltage systems (up to 38kV).
• Strong understanding of electrical protection and control systems.
• Knowledge of relevant electrical standards (IEC, IEEE, UL, NEMA, etc.).
• Hands-on experience in manufacturing or field service of switchgear.