R&D Electrical engineer

Proactive Technical Limited; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Proactive Technical Limited is seeking an experienced engineer to design and develop industrial electrical control systems that enhance automation platforms. The role requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams and offers opportunities to influence the future of industrial automation.

The ideal candidate should have at least 3-5 years of experience in designing control panels, a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, and proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical. This position is based in Louisville, Kentucky.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of experience designing industrial electrical control panels, preferably in material handling or automation.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting industrial electrical systems.
• Strong working knowledge of NEC, UL 508A, and NFPA 79.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop industrial electrical control panels from concept through release.
• Own panel architecture including power distribution and control circuits.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless system integration.

Skills

3-5+ years of experience designing industrial electrical control panels

Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical

Strong analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

In this role, you'll design, develop, and validate industrial electrical control systems that power innovative automation platforms. You'll work at the intersection of hardware, controls, and system integration, partnering closely with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions that are robust, scalable, and built to perform in real-world environments.

This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced controls or electrical engineer who thrives in R&D environments, enjoys solving non-standard problems, and wants to influence the future of industrial automation.

What you will do

• Design and develop industrial electrical control panels for material-handling systems—from concept through release
• Own panel architecture, including power distribution, control and safety circuits, grounding, and network interfaces
• Create and maintain complete electrical documentation packages (schematics, panel layouts, wiring diagrams, I/O diagrams, BOMs) with disciplined revision control
• Ensure designs comply with NEC, UL 508A, NFPA 79, and customer specifications
• Size and select electrical components including breakers, motor starters, VFDs, power supplies, safety devices, PLC I/O, and protective components
• Collaborate with controls, mechanical, manufacturing, and field teams to ensure seamless system integration
• Support panel fabrication, installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting—including safe diagnosis of live industrial panels when required
• Lead and participate in technical design reviews, identifying risks and implementing corrective actions
• Evaluate emerging technologies and design approaches for future product platforms
• Provide technical mentorship and design guidance to other engineers, helping elevate engineering standards across the team

Embrace and promote by incorporating into your work the core values of Aegis:

1. Professionalism: Maintain a positive attitude and strong work ethic. Everyone is accountable for their work. Above all, respect others.
2. Customer Focus: Always work to exceed customer expectations.
3. Collaboration: Share ideas train and mentor others to your level. Improve one another.
4. Take it Personal: Complete every task as if your reputation depends on it. Because it does!
5. Make it Better: Ask yourself, "What can I do to make our company better?"
6. Open Minded: Look at the possibilities and think outside the box. Embrace change.

Requirements

• 3-5+ years of experience designing industrial electrical control panels (material handling or automation preferred)
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical
• Strong working knowledge of NEC, UL 508A, and NFPA 79
• Hands‑on experience troubleshooting industrial electrical systems
• Solid understanding of industrial components (VFDs, motor starters, circuit protection, PLC I/O, safety devices)
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.