Lead Electrical Product Design Engineer

Gables Search Group; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Gables Search Group is seeking a Lead Design Engineer in Columbus, OH to provide technical leadership in the development and maintenance of electrical products. The role involves hands-on design, validation, and collaboration with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Sales, and customers to deliver reliable, cost-efficient solutions that meet performance and regulatory standards.

You will mentor junior engineers, perform calculations, CAD modeling, and analyses of electromagnetic, thermal, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of engineering experience focusing on electrical or rotating machinery design.
• Proficiency with Autodesk CAD tools and engineering analysis techniques.
• Knowledge of motor fundamentals (windings, magnets, laminations, bearings, insulation) and relevant standards (UL, IEC, NEMA, CE, RoHS).

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and develop electrical products from start to finish.
• Create CAD models, drawings, specifications, and BOMs.
• Analyze electromagnetic, thermal, and mechanical aspects to improve motors.
• Support prototype builds, testing, and validation; implement improvements.
• Ensure product qualification, life testing, and compliance evaluations.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering for cost-effective designs.
• Provide production support, root cause investigations, and corrective actions.
• Coach junior engineers and mentor peers on design practices.

Skills

Rotating machinery design

Electrical engineering basics

Engineering analysis techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

Autodesk CAD

Job description

Gables Search Group is seeking a Lead Design Engineer in Columbus, OH to provide technical leadership in the development and maintenance of electrical products. The role involves hands-on design, validation, and collaboration with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Sales, and customers to deliver reliable, cost-efficient solutions that meet performance and regulatory standards.

You will mentor junior engineers, perform calculations, CAD modeling, and analyses of electromagnetic, thermal, and