Lead Control Panel Designer

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc.; Estero (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc. is seeking a Lead Control Panel Designer/Engineer in Estero, Florida. This role involves designing UL508A-compliant control panels, developing electrical designs, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Candidates should have a degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience, strong hands-on skills in control panel design, and proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical. The position offers a collaborative environment with opportunities for innovation and direct involvement in panel builds from concept to production.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience with UL508A control panel design and compliance.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical for schematic and panel layout development.
• Solid understanding of NEC, UL standards, and industrial control panel best practices.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop UL508A-compliant industrial control panels.
• Perform control panel load calculations and component sizing.
• Create and manage AutoCAD Electrical drawings.

Skills

UL508A industrial control panel design

Electrical design

Panel layout

NEC standards

AutoCAD Electrical

PLC programming

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or 5+ years of relevant experience

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

PLC platforms (Rockwell, Siemens, Unitronics, WAGO)

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking a Lead Control Panel Designer/Engineer with strong experience in UL508A industrial control panel design to support the full lifecycle of control systems for fuel management applications. This role is heavily focused on electrical design, panel layout, and standards compliance, with involvement from concept through production and field support.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop UL508A-compliant industrial control panels, including schematics, layouts, and wiring diagrams
• Perform control panel load calculations, component sizing, and proper circuit protection selection
• Select and specify components (breakers, relays, PLCs, power supplies, etc.) in accordance with UL and NEC standards
• Create and manage AutoCAD Electrical drawings, including panel layouts, schematics, and bills of materials
• Develop complete panel documentation packages (BOMs, wiring diagrams, nameplate details, and labeling requirements)
• Ensure designs meet UL508A, NEC, and customer-specific requirements
• Support panel builds and production teams, including reviewing builds, resolving design issues, and providing technical guidance
• Develop and execute factory testing procedures (FAT) for control panels and systems
• Program and support PLC-based control systems (ladder logic / function block) for OEM equipment
• Generate system documentation, including sequences of operation, installation manuals, and technical instructions
• Drive continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives in panel design and component selection

Required Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering (or related field) or 5+ years of relevant control panel design experience
• Strong hands-on experience with UL508A control panel design and compliance
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical for schematic and panel layout development
• Solid understanding of NEC, UL standards, and industrial control panel best practices
• Experience performing load calculations, short circuit current ratings (SCCR), and component selection
• Working knowledge of PLC programming (ladder logic / function block)
• Ability to manage multiple projects and produce accurate, on-time deliverables

Preferred Experience

• Direct experience with UL508A certification processes and panel shop environments
• Familiarity with PLC platforms such as:
  • Rockwell (CompactLogix)
  • Siemens (LOGO!)
  • Unitronics (UniStream)
  • WAGO (Codesys)
• Experience supporting panel fabrication, testing, and commissioning
• Understanding of Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles

Why This Role

• High-impact role focused on true engineering design—not just support
• Direct involvement in UL508A panel builds from concept through production
• Opportunity to influence standards, design practices, and product improvements
• Collaborative environment with strong cross-functional exposure
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off

If you’re a Controls Engineer who thrives in control panel design, UL compliance, and hands-on engineering, this role offers the opportunity to own and shape critical systems from the ground up.

To apply, send your resume to [e-mail]