Lead Electrical Design Engineer

Industrialelectricmanufacturing; United States; On-site; USD 115,200 - 174,720; Full time

Job summary

Industrialelectricmanufacturing is seeking an experienced electrical design engineer to lead projects and mentor team members. The role involves reviewing engineering designs, providing training, and coordinating testing efforts within the organization.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, have at least 3 years of design experience, and be proficient with MS Office and AutoCAD. This position includes a competitive salary ranging from $115,200 to $174,720 per year.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years design experience in power products.
• Excellent working knowledge of MS Office Suite.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD drafting software.

Responsibilities

• Review and redline drawings completed by other engineers.
• Proactively suggest novel solutions to problems.
• Aid in building training programs for local engineers.
• Provide mentorship and encourage growth.
• Attend kick-off meetings for new complex orders.

Skills

MS Office Suite

AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology diploma

Job description

At IEM, we’re not just building innovative electrical distribution systems, we’re shaping the future. IEM is dedicated to delivering world-class solutions for complex power needs. After 75 years, we continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting out, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute, grow, and make a lasting impact on industries that power the world’s most dynamic markets.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Electrical Design Engineering Manager, this position is responsible for leading projects of varying complexity, reviewing and providing oversight of all projects built by the assigned design team, guiding and mentoring design engineers to reach their goals and assist with supporting the local production facility with any technical issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and redline drawings completed by other engineers. Suggest solutions or alternate designs where applicable, ensuring packages are complete, consistent with electrical regulatory body standards, and that they meet the project requirements.
• Proactively suggest novel solutions to problems as they arise.
• Aid in building training programs and development plans for local engineers.
• Provide onboarding and training for new engineering and support team members.
• Provide mentorship and encourage growth and technical/professional advancement in the teams.
• Provide insight, product solutions and reference projects to enable the success of the electrical design engineering team.
• Provide training exercises for the electrical design engineering team.
• Attend kick-off meetings for new complex orders.
• Check in with engineers regularly to identify issues that could lead to missed due dates or design issues. Find solutions to keep jobs on track and be a resource when the design engineer has questions.
• Work with the test department and production staff to help coordinate testing of complex products.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology diploma (Power Option preferred) or equivalent professional experience preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of design experience in power products.
• Excellent working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, etc.).
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD drafting software.

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $115,200-$174,720 per year, based on location, experience, and qualifications.

Why Join IEM

At IEM, you’ll join a team that powers some of the world’s most ambitious projects. We’re engineers, makers, and problem-solvers who thrive on tackling complex challenges and delivering solutions that keep industries moving forward. If you’re driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. Your creativity and passion can help us achieve great things—come be part of the journey.

Non-Discrimination Statement

IEM does not discriminate against any applicant based on any characteristic protected by law.