Electrical Design Engineer

Octagon Group; Fort Worth, Arlington, Dallas (TX, TX, TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing engineering firm in Fort Worth is seeking a mid-level Electrical Design Engineer to design and develop electrical switchboards. The ideal candidate has solid experience in switchboard design and is proficient in CAD tools like AutoCAD and SolidWorks Electrical. This role offers a base pay range of $100,000 to $120,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Solid background in switchboard or power distribution design.
• Strong understanding of electrical codes and safety practices.
• Detail-driven and collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical switchboards for commercial and industrial applications.
• Produce accurate drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Perform testing, analysis, and troubleshooting.

Skills

Switchboard design

Power distribution design

CAD tools proficiency

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks Electrical

Job description

Electrical Design Engineer – Switchboard Design | Dallas–Fort Worth

We’re supporting a growing engineering business in the DFW area to hire an Electrical Design Engineer with strong experience in switchboard and power distribution design. If you enjoy hands‑on design work and solving real technical challenges, this mid‑level role is a great fit.

Core Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical switchboards for commercial and industrial applications.
• Produce accurate drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Perform testing, analysis, and troubleshooting to ensure reliability and safety.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate switchboard systems into wider projects.
• Engage with internal stakeholders and customers to understand requirements and deliver solutions.

What We’re Looking For

• Solid background in switchboard or power distribution design (LV panels, MCCs, or similar).
• Proficiency with CAD tools (AutoCAD, SolidWorks Electrical, etc.).
• Strong understanding of electrical codes, standards, and safety practices.
• Detail‑driven, collaborative, and comfortable managing multiple projects.

Base Pay Range

$100,000 – $120,000 per year.

Salary Range

$100,000 – $120,000 per year.