Industrial Electrical Design Engineer - Automation & Drives

RIMEPRO INC; Pawtucket (RI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer-m

Paid vacation and personal time off

Job summary

RIMEPRO INC. seeks an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to support the development and manufacturing of custom industrial equipment and automated processing systems.

You will create electrical designs, select appropriate hardware, and ensure safety and performance compliance across projects. The successful candidate will have a strong background in industrial electrical engineering, control panel development, and power distribution, collaborating with multiple engineering and manufacturing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related technical discipline.
• Minimum of three years of professional experience developing electrical systems for industrial machinery, automation equipment, or control panel applications.
• Experience utilizing electrical design software such as AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or comparable engineering platforms.
• Understanding of industrial electrical codes and safety regulations, including NEC, NFPA 79, and UL 508A.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, develop technical specifications, and support equipment integration.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and cross-functional communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, and panel configurations for custom-built industrial machinery and automated equipment.
• Engineer electrical power and control systems for various industrial applications, including motor-driven equipment, heating systems, power conversion equipment, and associated components.
• Evaluate and specify electrical hardware, ensuring proper sizing, compatibility, and functionality.
• Generate comprehensive material lists and technical documentation to support equipment production.
• Determine appropriate electrical enclosure specifications based on operating conditions and environmental exposure.
• Incorporate applicable electrical codes, industry standards, and equipment safety requirements into engineering designs.
• Provide technical assistance to manufacturing and electrical assembly personnel throughout equipment fabrication and testing.
• Participate in equipment validation, commissioning, and troubleshooting activities.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to establish system interfaces, control requirements, and standardized documentation practices.
• Provide occasional onsite technical support during equipment installation and startup.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional communication

Interpret electrical drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

Job description

RIMEPRO INC. seeks an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to support the development and manufacturing of custom industrial equipment and automated processing systems.

You will create electrical designs, select appropriate hardware, and ensure safety and performance compliance across projects. The successful candidate will have a strong background in industrial electrical engineering, control panel development, and power distribution, collaborating with multiple engineering and manufacturing