Entry-Level Electrical Design Engineer — Control Panels

Beaker & Wrench; Simons (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Beaker & Wrench in California is seeking a Junior Electrical Design Engineer to assist with design, build and documentation of UL 508A control panels for custom automated equipment. This on-site role is Monday-Friday and can be tailored for part-time study.

You’ll work under senior engineers, develop wiring schematics, maintain BOMs, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. Ideal for hands-on problem solvers with attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Design.
• 0–3 years relevant work experience.
• Familiarity with 2D and 3D CAD as well as electrical design software (AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical, Capital Electra X, or similar).
• Attention to detail and organizational skills are essential.
• Ability to collaborate and remain professional in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience using multimeters, hand tools, or basic electrical test equipment.
• Exposure to industrial control panels, UL508A, or electrical assembly through coursework or internships is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the design and documentation of electrical control panels, wiring schematics, and cabling diagrams under the guidance of senior engineer(s).
• Support electrical design calculations including breaker sizing, wire selection, and power distribution while applying applicable electrical codes and standards.
• Help source properly rated components and maintain documents and certifications as related to our electrical design.
• Maintain accurate Bill of Materials and assist electrical technicians to ensure that the manufacturing of the panels are accurately built to the design.
• Assist with troubleshooting wiring and electrical issues during equipment assembly and startup.
• Maintain a strong commitment to quality by verifying that electrical designs and completed panel assemblies conform to engineering documentation, quality procedures, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations.
• Keep the work area clean and all tools and supplies organized.
• Ensure work is done safely and follows all OSHA and other safety standards.
• Help maintain Work Instructions (SOPs) related to Assembly, Build and Test Procedures for the electrical panels.
• Take on additional duties as needed by the team.
• Participate in the assembly, wiring, and testing of electrical control panels and automated equipment to validate engineering designs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Associates or Bachelors in Electrical Design

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

SolidWorks Electrical

Capital Electra X

Job description

Beaker & Wrench in California is seeking a Junior Electrical Design Engineer to assist with design, build and documentation of UL 508A control panels for custom automated equipment. This on-site role is Monday-Friday and can be tailored for part-time study.

You’ll work under senior engineers, develop wiring schematics, maintain BOMs, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. Ideal for hands-on problem solvers with attention to detail.