Electrical Design Engineer

Wachter; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision Benefits

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Company-Matched 401K and IRA Retirement Savings

Life, AD&D, and LTD insurance

Job summary

Wachter is seeking a self-motivated Electrical Engineer to join our Lenexa team. In this role, you will design and implement electrical systems for power, EV, wind, and solar projects. As part of a collaborative effort, you will work with various teams to deliver projects effectively and on time.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering and experience with AutoCAD among other tools. We offer competitive pay, an exceptional benefits package, and a supportive environment for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
• Open to all experience levels from new graduates to 5–10 years in electrical design.
• Deep understanding of manufacturing processes and engineering codes required.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems for power, EV, wind, and solar projects.
• Manage projects from definition to delivery ensuring safety standards.
• Conduct coordination and analysis on IT systems.

Skills

Electrical manufacturing processes

Problem-solving

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM

SKM

Trimble

Job description

At Wachter, we value relationships and invest in our employees. We are seeking a self‑motivated, reliable Electrical Engineer to join our Lenexa team. We offer long‑term employment with competitive pay and exceptional benefits for candidates who can work independently and find creative solutions to complex challenges.

As an Electrical Engineer, you will design, control, and implement electrical systems while ensuring all products meet global safety standards. You will collaborate across teams—from technicians and programmers to project managers and senior leadership—to solve emerging issues and deliver projects on time.

Responsibilities

• Design & Engineering: Perform electrical design for power, EV, wind, and solar projects using AutoCAD, Revit, BIM, SKM, and Trimble.
• Analysis: Conduct coordination and ARC flash studies (IR Level 1 and 2) and perform quality and performance analysis on new and legacy IT systems.
• Project Management: Manage engineering projects from definition to delivery, define customer needs, calculate costs for budgeting, and ensure installations meet safety standards.
• R&D: Research manufacturing processes and analyze data/trends to create innovative new products.
• Compliance: Ensure all designs and manufacturing processes align with NEC, IEEE, and other industry engineering codes.
• Reporting: Summarize data, report on test results, and monitor maintenance/inspection plans.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Required).
• Experience: Open to all levels, from new graduates to 5–10 years of experience in electrical design (Power, EV, Wind, Solar).
• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of electrical manufacturing processes, engineering codes, and safety standards.
• Software Proficiency: Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, BIM, SKM, and Trimble.
• Professional Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication, strong attention to detail, and top‑tier organizational skills.
• Mindset: A problem‑solver who can analyze issues and implement effective solutions autonomously.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision Benefits
• Life, AD&D, and LTD insurance
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Company‑Matched 401K and IRA Retirement Savings
• Competitive salary and exceptional benefits package.
• A supportive environment that values professional growth.
• The opportunity to work on cutting‑edge renewable energy and power projects.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.