Lead Electrical Hardware Engineer – Controls

Switchgear Magazine; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Switchgear Magazine is looking for a Lead Hardware Engineer to oversee all aspects of design for FACTS projects in the U.S. The role requires expertise in P&C system design and responsibilities include leading hardware design, producing documentation, and engaging in testing and quality procedures.

Qualified candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree and relevant experience, with proficiency in engineering tools. The position involves collaboration with various internal and external stakeholders, and a willingness to travel for project needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience required.
• 5+ years of experience in relevant electrical engineering roles.
• Experience with P&C system design preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and review hardware design for projects.
• Produce specifications and design documentation.
• Participate in P&C cubicle functionality testing.

Skills

P&C system design

Design engineering tools

Electric design of substation systems

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Associate’s degree with 10 years of experience

Tools

Engineering Base

AutoCAD

E3

EPLAN

Job description

As a member of this world class team, the Lead Hardware Engineer will be responsible for all aspects of design for Flexible AC (Alternating Current) Transmission System (FACTS) projects. Our main FACTS system products are Utility SVC, STATCOM, Fixed Series Compensation and Synchronous Condenser projects. Additionally, we are involved in the development of new products and technologies in the industry. In this role, you will be working within the engineering design team to ensure all project design documentation is delivered on time, on budget and with excellent quality. You will lead and support the work of other engineers through verbal and written instructions, reviews, and approval processes. You will be responsible for preparation, engineering and validation of electrical hardware designs for secondary systems, preparing specifications and configurations for our products and solutions. You are a seasoned expert, however more than exact years of experience, we expect you to be a self-starter with high level of flexibility, resilience, and self-learning attitude.

Job Description

• Lead and review the secondary Hardware design.
• Produce high quality documents and specifications.
• Design of Protection & Control (P&C) cubicle circuit diagrams and layouts.
• Low Voltage (LV) cabling design including cable drawings and lists.
• Interface with internal and external team members such as principal engineers, control engineers, electrical designers, project managers, engineering leaders and support organizations.
• Participate in technical negotiations with end customers and other stakeholders.
• Facilitate the development and execute cost reduction programs that vary in scope and may include low-cost vendor selection, design improvements, process improvements, automation, and new product introduction (NPI).
• Participate P&C cubicle functionality testing and inspection in laboratory and/or on-site.
• Support project quality procedures and initiatives including aspects of ISO9001.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited university or college with 5 years’ experience; or associate’s degree with 10 years of experience in the specific field of electrical engineering.
• Experience in P&C system design from energy, industrial or utility projects.
• Familiar with design engineering tools e.g. Engineering Base, AutoCAD, CADS, E3, EPLAN or other tools utilizing databases.
• Experience in electrical design of substation secondary systems is a benefit.
• Knowing electro‑technical standards is a benefit.
• Fluent written and oral skills in English; other languages are beneficial.

Eligibility Requirements

• Ability and willingness to travel up to 25% as required, which may include remote locations and international travel, and be willing to comply with all relevant company travel and tax policies.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

Desired Characteristics

• Team player with hands‑on attitude.
• Ability to work in groups as well as autonomously on tasks.
• Curious, open‑minded and willingness to learn.
• Analytical and innovative approach in problem solving.
• "Make things happen" mentality.
• Desire to work in international environment.