R&D Electrical Engineer

KCC Companies; Simpsonville (KY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

9 Paid Holidays

EBITDA bonus

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Paid vacation

Employee Assistance Program

ESOP

Job summary

KCC Companies in Simpsonville, KY is seeking an electrical engineer to serve as a primary electrical resource within the R&D team. You will apply deep electrical engineering expertise to hands-on testing, troubleshooting, and collaborative development for HVAC products, from wiring schematics to control strategies and prototype builds.

The role emphasizes safety, high-voltage experience, and cross-functional collaboration with mechanical and software teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Controls Engineering or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of electrical safety practices (arc flash, lockout/tagout).
• Proficiency reading and interpreting schematics, system drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Fluent understanding of electrical and controls systems and troubleshooting ability.
• Willingness to learn how electrical and control systems affect HVAC performance.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and optimize electrical schematics and wiring diagrams using AutoCAD or equivalent tools.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to guide electrical and controls decisions across new technologies and concepts.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems across voltage ranges (24V AC/DC to 575V) during prototyping and testing.
• Conduct safety and performance evaluations for new designs per NEC/UL standards.
• Support design and implementation of electrical components, controls, and processes for HVAC systems.
• Assist in development of training materials and documentation for electrical systems and controls.
• Analyze data to validate performance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Contribute to cross-functional R&D efforts with mechanical, software, and controls teams.
• Stay current on emerging technologies and industry standards to guide design direction.

Skills

Electrical theory

Schematic reading

Troubleshooting

HVAC systems

High voltage

Electrical safety

Electrical panel wiring

Communication

Cross-functional

Physical stamina

Education

Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering

NEC Certification

Tools

AutoCAD

Lisp (AutoCAD)

Power meters

VFDs

PLC programming

Multimeter

Job description

KCC Companies is an employee-owned (ESOP) company dedicated to providing complete design, manufacturing, installation, and service for commercial and residential Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC).

Our Mission:

KCC enhances the lives of our customers, partners, employee-owners, and communities by providing innovative HVAC solutions.

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\"Work Today, Get Paid Today!\"

• 9 Paid Holidays
• EBITDA Bonus
• Health, Dental, Vision insurance, and other Ancillary coverages
• 401K
• Monthly Accrued Vacation
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Summary:

Drive innovation and technical excellence at KCC by serving asaprimary electrical resource within the R&D team. This role blends deep electrical engineering expertise with hands‑on testing, troubleshooting, and collaborative development. From wiring schematics to partner engagement, you'll help shape the future of our HVAC products by exploring new technologies, refining controls strategies, and supporting prototype builds and evaluations.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, review, and optimize electrical schematics and wiring diagrams using AutoCAD or equivalent tools.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to guide electrical and controls decisions across new technologies and product concepts.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems across voltage ranges (24V AC/DC to 575V), supporting prototype builds and field testing.
• Conduct safety and performance evaluations of new designs, ensuring compliance with NEC, UL 60335-2-40, and other relevant standards.
• Support the design and implementation of innovative electrical components, controls, and processes for HVAC systems.
• Assist in the development of training materials and documentation for electrical systems and controls.
• Analyze component and system-level data to validate performance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Contribute to cross-functional R&D efforts, including mechanical, software, and controls integration.
• Stay current on emerging technologies, industry codes, and best practices to inform design decisions and strategic direction.

RequiredQualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Controls Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Strong understanding of electrical safety practices (arc flash, lockout/tagout) and hazard mitigation.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting schematics, system drawings, and wiring diagrams.
• Fluent understanding of electrical and controls systems, how they interact, and the ability to effectively troubleshoot both.
• Willingness to learn and understand how electrical and control systems affect HVAC unit operation and overall performance.
• Experience with high-voltage power systems, electrical protection calculations, and power calculations for industrial loads.
• Experience programming, configuring, and applying VFDs, contactors, motor protectors, 3-phase 208/480/575 VAC motors, power meters, transformers, and power supplies.
• Ability to size and specify electrical components while ensuring compliance with the NEC.
• Ability to wire, label, and organize electrical power and control panels in a clean and professional manner.
• Skilled in the use of hand tools, multimeters, gauges, and power equipment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, especially in cross-functional and supplier-facing environments.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand for extended periods during testing and builds.

Preferred Qualifications:

• NEC Certification and familiarity with HVAC-specific electrical standards.
• Experience with AutoCAD and development of custom routines (e.g., Lisp).
• 5+ years of relevant HVAC or electrical engineering experience.
• Background in controls integration, development and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and write code in a variety of programming languages.
• Examples include C/C++, Function Block, and Structured Text.
• Experience with industrial and embedded control systems.
• Examples include PLCs, Arduinos, microcontrollers, Raspberry Pi platforms,orsimilar technologies.
• Experience in project scheduling and technical documentation.

What We Offer:

• A dynamic work environment focused on innovation and collaboration.
• Opportunities to work with cutting‑edge technologies and influence product direction.
• Continuous learning and professional development.
• A chance to make a real impact on the future of HVAC solutions.

For any questions you can contact:
Terra Beaver – Talent Specialist – [e-mail] – 502-493-5848
Laura Zoghbi – Talent Specialist – [e-mail] – 502-493-5859

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