Electrical Engineer

Mpac Group; Newburyport (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous Paid Time Off

Job summary

Mpac Group, through its subsidiary Boston Conveyor & Automation, is seeking an Electrical Engineer in Newburyport, MA. This role focuses on designing and delivering cutting-edge automation solutions for the food and life sciences industries. Join a high-performing team dedicated to innovation and quality.

Ideal candidates will have 3+ years of experience in control panel design and a BS in Electrical Engineering. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, you'll contribute to exciting automation projects.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in control panel design.
• Knowledge of CE, IEC, NEC, NFPA, UL, TUV standards.
• Comfortable working independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical schematics and control panels.
• Collaborate with sales and customers for optimal solutions.
• Prepare costings, technical proposals, and specifications.

Skills

Control panel design

Electrical schematics

Wiring layouts

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

EPLAN

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Newburyport, Massachusetts
Boston Conveyor & Automation (BCA) - Part of Mpac Group

Are you an Electrical Engineer who thrives on bringing automation to life? Ready to join a fast‑growing, high‑performing team at the forefront of industrial innovation? At Boston Conveyor & Automation (BCA), we design and deliver cutting‑edge automation solutions for the food manufacturing, life sciences, and general manufacturing industries. Backed by the global strength of the Mpac Group, we're growing quickly, and we're looking for talented engineers like you to be part of the journey.

Why Join Us?

• Work on turnkey automation systems for leading global industries
• Be part of a collaborative, expert engineering team
• Enjoy a varied role from concept through to delivery
• Based in beautiful Newburyport, MA
• Strong culture built on: Integrity, Drive, Collaboration, Expertise & Innovation

The Role

Reporting to the Electrical Engineering Manager, you'll play a key role in designing and delivering complex machine control systems. From concept to commissioning, you'll contribute to building innovative automation solutions that make a real impact.

What You'll Be Doing

• Design electrical schematics, control panels, and wiring layouts
• Create wire schedules and interconnection cable lists
• Develop bills of materials and select components
• Support panel suppliers and in-house technicians
• Collaborate with sales, applications engineers, and customers to design optimal solutions
• Prepare costings, technical proposals, and functional specifications
• Design pneumatic systems alongside electrical systems
• Partner with mechanical engineering on device placement and system integration
• Produce equipment manuals and training documentation

What We're Looking For

Essential Experience & Skills

• 3+ years in control panel design, electrical schematics and wiring layouts
• Experience with EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical, or similar
• Knowledge of standards: CE, IEC, NEC, NFPA, UL, TUV
• Strong understanding of machine safety and industrial systems
• Proven ability to design systems for logic and motion control, monitoring and safe machine operation
• Excellent problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication skills with customers and stakeholders
• Willingness to travel 10–15% (occasionally up to 1–2 weeks)

Desirable

• BS in Electrical Engineering
• OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturing) experience
• Background in food & beverage or life sciences automation

What You’ll Bring

• A detail‑oriented engineer who can visualise systems end‑to‑end
• A hands‑on problem solver who thrives under deadlines
• A collaborative team player with a customer‑first mindset
• Passionate about innovation and automation technology

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays, sick leave)
• Opportunities for growth and development within a global group

Your Team

• Electrical, Controls & Robotics Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Project Management
• External customers and vendors

Ready to Power the Future of Automation? If you’re excited by the opportunity to work on cutting‑edge systems and want to grow your career with a dynamic, innovative team, we want to hear from you. At Boston Conveyor & Automation (BCA), we’re transforming the future of automation. Based in the beautiful coastal city of Newburyport, MA, and part of the global Mpac Group, we bring together a highly experienced team delivering cutting‑edge solutions across food manufacturing, life sciences, and industrial sectors.