Electrical Design Engineer - Power Distribution

Applied Engineering; Iowa; Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Flexible work schedule

Relocation Assistance – Ownership opp.

Job summary

Applied Engineering in the Midwest seeks an Electrical Design Engineer for Power Distribution. You will design low- and medium-voltage products, develop schematics, document engineering deliverables, and support testing and manufacturing from concept through release.

Work with cross‑functional teams to select components, verify ratings, apply NEC/UL standards, and contribute to switchgear, switchboards, transfer switches, and energy storage solutions.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering required.
• 1–2+ years of experience in electrical design or power distribution.
• Experience with LV/MV systems and component selection.
• Familiar with NEC/UL standards and safety practices.
• Ability to develop electrical schematics and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Design and support low and medium voltage power distribution products from concept through manufacturing.
• Research, evaluate, and select electrical components based on requirements and ratings.
• Develop electrical designs, schematics, and engineering deliverables for manufacturing and testing.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver reliable, cost‑effective solutions.
• Support product validation, prototype testing, and field implementation.
• Contribute to switchgear, switchboards, transfer switches, load banks, generators, and energy storage systems.
• Apply NEC/UL standards and derating criteria to ensure safe, compliant designs.

Skills

Electrical engineering fundamentals

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

SolidWorks Electrical

EPLAN

Electrical design software

Job description

Electrical Design Engineer – Power Distribution | Remote

We are seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join our team as an Electrical Design Engineer, Power Distribution . You will be part of a group of engineers dedicated to high-quality work, value-add solutions, skill development, and career growth. This role supports the design and development of low and medium voltage power distribution equipment. This role will contribute to component selection, electrical system design, technical documentation, testing activities, and product development for power distribution solutions such as switchgear, switchboards, transfer switches, load banks, generators, and related systems. The ideal candidate combines a strong foundation in electrical engineering with the ability to research components, understand electrical ratings and system requirements, collaborate across functions, and support products from concept through manufacturing and testing.

As an Electrical Design Engineer – Power Distribution , you will:

• Design and support low voltage and medium voltage power distribution products from concept through manufacturing, testing, and implementation
• Research, evaluate, and select electrical components based on application requirements, industry standards, performance requirements, and system ratings
• Develop electrical designs, schematics, technical documentation, and engineering deliverables that support manufacturing, testing, certification, and customer needs
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, quality, and cross-functional teams to deliver reliable and cost-effective power distribution solutions
• Support product validation, prototype testing, troubleshooting, and continuous product improvement efforts
• Contribute to the design and development of switchgear, switchboards, transfer switches, load banks, generators, energy storage systems, and related power distribution equipment
• Apply engineering principles, code requirements, and industry standards to ensure safe, compliant, and high-performing product designs
• Contribute to projects that impact communities in the greater Minneapolis metro

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering
• 1-2+ years of experience in electrical engineering, product design, or power distribution equipment design
• Experience with low voltage and/or medium voltage AC electrical systems
• Understanding of electrical ratings, system design principles, and power distribution equipment
• Experience researching, evaluating, and selecting electrical components for specific applications
• Experience with power distribution equipment design
• Familiarity with electrical components including circuit breakers, contactors, cable, terminal blocks, relays, and similar devices
• Ability to interpret and develop electrical schematics and technical documentation
• Experience creating documentation to support manufacturing, testing, certification, and customer requirements
• Knowledge of electrical testing methods and safe prototype validation practices
• Working knowledge of NEC, UL, and other applicable electrical standards
• Understanding of component derating criteria and application-specific design considerations
• Experience with AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical, EPLAN, or similar electrical design software
• Experience designing switchgear, switchboards, transfer switches, load banks, generators, or similar power distribution products
• Experience with ERP, PLM, Engineering Vault, or similar engineering data management systems preferred
• Proficiency performing power systems analysis preferred
• Experience supporting products through manufacturing, certification testing, and field implementation preferred
• Desire to work on a variety of projects

Paid overtime may be available.

Applied Engineering is a 100% employee‑owned engineering consulting company dedicated to providing exceptional talent and service to manufacturers across the Midwest and beyond. We have won numerous awards, including Best Place to Work and Top Place to Intern.

Innovation, problem solving, integrity, and collaboration are a few things you'll experience and represent while working with Applied. 401K retirement plan

• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance options
• Paid overtime
• Flexible work schedule
• Relocation Assistance – Ownership Opportunity – Continuing Education Support

Applied Engineering is committed to a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer