Electrical Design Engineer

gpac; Danville (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

GPAC is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to design electrical systems and control panels for boiler and chiller equipment. You will create schematics, wiring diagrams, and BOMs while selecting components to meet industry codes and standards.

In this role you will support new product development, collaborate with mechanical, manufacturing, and production teams, and troubleshoot design issues during manufacturing and testing. A strong CAD background and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of electrical design engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience designing electrical systems, controls, and wiring schematics.
• Knowledge of electrical codes, standards, and component selection.
• Proficiency with electrical CAD software.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems and control panels for boiler and chiller equipment.
• Create electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Select electrical components and ensure designs meet applicable industry codes and standards.
• Support new product development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineering, manufacturing, and production teams to ensure successful product launches.
• Troubleshoot design issues and provide technical support during manufacturing and testing.
• Maintain engineering documentation and assist with design changes as needed.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Electrical CAD software

Job description

Hiring for an Electrical Design Engineer

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems and control panels for boiler and chiller equipment.
• Create electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Select electrical components and ensure designs meet applicable industry codes and standards.
• Support new product development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineering, manufacturing, and production teams to ensure successful product launches.
• Troubleshoot design issues and provide technical support during manufacturing and testing.
• Maintain engineering documentation and assist with design changes as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering field.
• Minimum of 3 years of electrical design engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience designing electrical systems, controls, and wiring schematics.
• Knowledge of electrical codes, standards, and component selection.
• Proficiency with electrical CAD software.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with boiler, chiller, HVAC, or industrial equipment is a plus.

Must be eligible to work in the United States without restriction and without the need for current or future sponsorship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.