Electrical Engineering Design

Applied Engineering; Illinois; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Medical, dental, vision, life, and ADI

Job summary

Applied Engineering is seeking a motivated Electrical Design Engineer to lead design and validation across major subsystems. You will own schematics, calculations, BOMs, and drive prototyping, testing, and design reviews.

The role requires roughly 5+ years in electrical design within industrial environments, strong knowledge of power systems, and experience with NEC/UL criteria. Remote-friendly with opportunities to travel within North America.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in EE required
• Around 5+ years in electrical design or electromechanical systems
• Knowledge of power distribution, conversion, monitoring, controls and integration
• Experience designing switchgear, switchboards, transfer switches, loadbanks, generators
• Experience with NEC/UL derating criteria and validation
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical, ETAP or SKM

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design and validation for subsystems and product areas
• Translate system requirements into practical electrical designs
• Own schematics, drawings, calculations, specifications, and bills of material
• Drive design reviews, trade studies, prototype builds, testing, and troubleshooting
• Collaborate with mechanical, systems, manufacturing, sourcing, quality and project teams
• Mentor early-career engineers and reinforce electrical design standards
• Support project planning, effort estimation and execution
• Contribute to projects that impact communities across North America

Skills

Electrical design

System integration

Power distribution

Design validation

Prototype testing

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

SolidWorks Electrical

ETAP

SKM

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Electrical Design Engineer | Remote

We are seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join our team as a Electrical Design Engineer. You will be part of a group of engineers dedicated to high-quality work, value-add solutions, skill development, and career growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design and validation for major subsystems and product areas
• Translate system requirements into practical, robust electrical designs
• Own schematics, drawings, calculations, specifications, and bills of material
• Drive design reviews, trade studies, prototype builds, testing, and troubleshooting
• Collaborate with mechanical, systems, manufacturing, sourcing, quality, and project teams
• Mentor early-career engineers and reinforce electrical design standards
• Support project planning, effort estimation, and execution
• Contribute to projects that impact communities across North America

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering required
• ~5+ years of industrial experience in electrical design or electromechanical systems
• ~ Strong knowledge of power distribution, conversion, monitoring, controls, and system integration
• ~ Experience designing specifications for switchgear, switchboards, transfer switches, loadbanks, and generators
• ~ Experience selecting and validating electrical components using NEC, UL, and industry derating criteria
• ~ Proven experience with design documentation, reviews, testing, validation, and troubleshooting
• ~ Working knowledge of design standards, manufacturability, safety, and compliance practices
• ~ Familiarity with industry standards and regulations for electrical power solutions
• ~ Ability to specify safe and effective prototype testing practices
• ~ Experience with AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical, ETAP, SKM, or similar tools
• ~ Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365
• ~ Ability to travel up to 20% within the USA
• ~ Experience with ERP, PLM, and engineering data management systems preferred
• ~ Desire to work on a variety of projects

Benefits

• Paid overtime may be available.
• 401K retirement plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance options
• Paid overtime
• Flexible work schedule.

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.

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

Relocation Assistance - Ownership Opportunity - Continuing Education Support