Lead Electrical Design Engineer

IFP Automation; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 63,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Lead Electrical Design Engineer to join their growing team in Fort Wayne. This role involves designing and developing electrical control panels and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The company prides itself on its innovative culture and commitment to professional development, offering a collaborative environment where your contributions will directly impact the success of projects. If you are passionate about electrical engineering and looking for a dynamic workplace, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

401(k) with company match

Anthem health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short- and long-term disability insurance

Health savings account

PTO & paid holidays

Professional training and certification opportunities

Qualifications

• Proficiency in designing industrial electrical control panels.
• Experience in component sizing and equipment selection.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical control panels using AutoCAD Electrical.
• Ensure compliance with UL 508A standards and project specifications.

Skills

AutoCAD Electrical

VFDs

Relays

Soft starters

Instrumentation

Networking components

Education

Associate's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Electrical schematics

Bills of Material (BOMs)

Job description

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Lead Electrical Design Engineer – Ft. Wayne, IndianaFull-Time | On-Site | Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM

IFP Automationis seeking aLead Electrical Design Engineerto join our rapidly growing Electrical Control Panel Design & Build team at ourUL 508A certified manufacturing center in Ft. Wayne, Indiana.

We’re a family-owned automation and motion control supplier, proudly serving customers throughout North America since 1976. With recent expansions to our facility and team, this role presents an excellent opportunity for professional growth within a collaborative and innovative environment.

What You’ll Do

• Design and develop industrial electrical control panels usingAutoCAD Electrical
• Perform component sizing and equipment selection
• Create, revise, and maintain detailed electrical schematics and documentation
• Develop and manage Bills of Material (BOMs)
• Work closely with electrical fabrication technicians
• Conduct equipment testing on-site and occasionally at customer locations
• Coordinate with engineering teams, vendors, contractors, and clients
• Ensure compliance with UL 508A standards, project specs, and applicable codes
• Provide specifications for electrical materials procurement

What We’re Looking For

Must-Haves:

• Proficiency withAutoCAD Electrical
• Experience selecting and wiring VFDs, relays, soft starters, instrumentation, and networking components
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related field

Nice-to-Haves:

• Familiarity with hazardous location wiring and international codes
• Experience with low/medium voltage wiring and industrial communication protocols
• Understanding of UL 508A requirements

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• 401(k) with company match
• Anthem health insurance(6 plan options)
• Dental, vision, and life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Health savings account(with eligible plans)
• PTO & paid holidays
• Opportunities forprofessional training and certification

Why IFP Automation?

At IFP, our culture is built ontrust, innovation, teamwork, and integrity. We are proud to be technology-driven and customer-focused, and we invest in our people through continued education and team collaboration.

Explore our work and culture here:Electrical Engineering & Manufacturing Group (Preview)

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

• Industries

  Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

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