Design Engineer

MCM Engineering II; Enoch (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

MCM Engineering II seeks a Design Engineer in Utah to design, develop, and document low to medium voltage switchgear and power distribution systems. You will ensure compliance with relevant standards and customer requirements while collaborating with mechanical, project management, and manufacturing teams.

The role involves creating and revising drawings, selecting components, and maintaining project documentation. Typical work week is 40 hours, on-site in Utah, with 10% overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Technical degree/certificate with minimum relevant experience.
• Hands-on design experience in switchgear or power distribution equipment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and document low to medium voltage switchgear and power distribution systems.
• Ensure compliance with IEC, IEEE, UL, NEMA, and customer requirements.
• Create and revise electrical drawings including one-line diagrams and schematics.
• Select components such as breakers, relays, CTs, PTs, bus bars, and protective devices.
• Produce CAD drawings in AutoCAD and E-Plan; coordinate with cross-functional teams.
• Review customer specs and provide input during submittal, production, and post-shipment.

Skills

Positive attitude

Strong work ethic

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Problem solving

Resilience under pressure

Team player

Education

B.S. Electrical Engineering

Engineering technical degree/certificate

Tools

AutoCAD

E-Plan

Microsoft Office

Job description

• 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.