Electrical Design Engineer - Machinery/Industrial Equipment

SCHENCK USA CORP.; Deer Park (NY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work option after 90 days

Tuition reimbursement

Service award points with Amazon

Employee engagement activities

Job summary

Schenck USA Corp. in Deer Park, NY is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to design and develop electrical control systems for industrial machinery, including power distribution, PLCs, and drive systems.

You will create and maintain schematics, BOMs, and wiring diagrams, test and validate designs for safety and performance, and collaborate with manufacturing, vendors, and customers to resolve issues and drive product releases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 5-10 years of experience in electrical panel and power distribution design in manufacturing; aerospace experience a plus.
• Ability to manage electrical engineering projects under moderate supervision.
• Proficient in AutoCAD; EPLAN P8 a plus.
• Experience with PLC (Allen Bradley) and drive controllers.
• Strong ability to read/write technical documents and procedures.
• Excellent communication, math, and computer skills; ERP SAP preferred.
• Must travel up to 10%, including internationally.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical control systems for industrial machinery, including power distribution, PLCs, drive systems, relays, and machine automation controls.
• Create and maintain electrical schematics, bills of materials (BOMs), wiring diagrams, and engineering documentation for new and existing products.
• Test, troubleshoot, and validate electrical designs to ensure compliance with performance requirements, safety standards, and project specifications.
• Support research and development efforts by evaluating new technologies and contributing to continuous product improvements.
• Coordinate prototype builds and collaborate with manufacturing teams to support fabrication, assembly, testing, and product release activities.
• Work closely with vendors, customers, and cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues and implement design modifications.
• Ensure all electrical designs comply with applicable codes, standards, and industry best practices.
• Provide technical support to Sales, Applications Engineering, Purchasing, and Production teams, including project estimates, quotations, and troubleshooting assistance.

Skills

Electrical design

AutoCAD

EPLAN P8

Allen Bradley PLC

Power distribution

Documentation

Manufacturing environment

SAP ERP

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

EPLAN P8

Job description

Are you an experienced Electrical Design Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? Do you have expertise in electrical system design, control panel design, industrial automation, power distribution, or PLC-based systems? If so, we'd love to hear from you!

What We Offer:

• Employee Recognition through Service Award Point System with Amazon.
• Employee Engagement & Social Activities
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• This position offers Hybrid Work Option after 90 Days!

What the Ideal Candidate will do:

• Design and develop electrical control systems for industrial machinery, including power distribution, PLCs, drive systems, relays, and machine automation controls.
• Create and maintain electrical schematics, bills of materials (BOMs), wiring diagrams, and engineering documentation for new and existing products.
• Test, troubleshoot, and validate electrical designs to ensure compliance with performance requirements, safety standards, and project specifications.
• Support research and development efforts by evaluating new technologies and contributing to continuous product improvements.
• Coordinate prototype builds and collaborate with manufacturing teams to support fabrication, assembly, testing, and product release activities.
• Work closely with vendors, customers, and cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues and implement design modifications.
• Ensure all electrical designs comply with applicable codes, standards, and industry best practices.
• Provide technical support to Sales, Applications Engineering, Purchasing, and Production teams, including project estimates, quotations, and troubleshooting assistance.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 5-10 years of experience in electrical panel and power distribution design within a manufacturing environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Aerospace industry experience is a plus.
• Ability to manage electrical engineering projects under moderate supervision.
• Proficient in AutoCAD (or similar); EPLAN P8 a plus.
• Experience with PLC (Allen Bradley) and drive controllers preferred.
• Strong ability to read/write technical documents and procedures.
• Excellent communication, math, and computer skills; ERP knowledge (SAP preferred).
• Must travel up to 10%, including internationally.

Summary:

Electrical Design Engineer will qualify for the following Benefits:

Schenck USA Corp. offers a competitive salary along with generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, disability, life insurance, voluntary benefits, pet insurance, group legal, ID theft, EAP, 401(k) with company match, tuition assistance, holidays and paid time off,employee service/recognition awards and seasonal/social events.

Benefits eligibility is after 30 days!

About Us:

Schenck USA Corp. is a German-owned company comprised of several brands and business units: Schenck and Test Devices. Our US headquarters is located in Deer Park, NY with branches in Southfield, MI, Hudson, MA. We specialize in industrial balancing, spin testing, vibration analysis, and condition monitoring. Schenck USA Corp. is a proud market leader in all of our businesses.

We are seeking talented and motivated individuals to join our distinguished team. Whether you are a recent graduate or experienced professional, we have the challenge you are seeking!

Equal Opportunity Employer:Race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, immigration status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.