Remote Electrical Design Engineer: Power Systems Lead

Applied Engineering; Illinois; Remote; USD 56,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K retirement plan

Paid time off & holidays

Continuing Education Support

Medical, dental, vision, life, and/or

Paid overtime

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

Applied Engineering is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to lead electrical design and validation across major subsystems. You will translate requirements into robust designs, own schematics and BOMs, and drive design reviews and testing.

You’ll collaborate with mechanical, systems, manufacturing, sourcing, quality, and project teams while mentoring junior engineers and upholding electrical design standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• 5+ years of industrial experience in electrical design or electromechanical systems.
• Strong knowledge of power distribution, conversion, monitoring, controls, and system integration.
• Experience designing specifications for switchgear, switchboards, transfer switches, loadbanks, and generators.
• Experience selecting and validating electrical components using NEC, UL, and industry derating criteria.
• Proven experience with design documentation, reviews, testing, validation, and troubleshooting.
• Working knowledge of design standards, manufacturability, safety, and compliance practices.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations for electrical power solutions.
• Ability to specify safe and effective prototype testing practices.
• Detail‑oriented, proactive, and effective in fast‑paced environments.
• Strong communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Experience with AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical, ETAP, SKM, or similar tools
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365
• Ability to travel up to 20% within the USA
• Experience in research or new product development environments
• NFPA 70E Certification
• Knowledge of UL standards including UL1008, UL508A, UL1691, UL489, UL924, UL1741, UL9540, and others
• Understanding of NFPA 70, 101, 99, and related codes preferred
• Experience with ERP, PLM, and engineering data management systems preferred
• Capable of working independently and as a team member
• Strong work ethic and unwavering integrity
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a learning mindset
• Curiosity, problem solving, and analytical thinking
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Desire to work on a variety of projects

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design and validation for major subsystems and product areas.
• Translate system requirements into practical, robust electrical designs.
• Own schematics, drawings, calculations, specifications, and bills of material.
• Drive design reviews, trade studies, prototype builds, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with mechanical, systems, manufacturing, sourcing, quality, and project teams.
• Mentor early‑career engineers and reinforce electrical design standards.
• Support project planning, effort estimation, and execution.
• Stay current with advancements in power systems, microgrids, renewable energy, and power conversion technologies.
• Work collaboratively with suppliers and Applied partners.
• Contribute to projects that impact communities across North America.
• Apply your skills in a dynamic environment that values ownership and innovation

Skills

Power distribution

Electrical design

Cross-functional collaboration

Documentation & validation

Travel up to 20%

Team mentoring

Problem solving

Verbal & written communication

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

SolidWorks Electrical

ETAP

SKM

Job description

Applied Engineering is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to lead electrical design and validation across major subsystems. You will translate requirements into robust designs, own schematics and BOMs, and drive design reviews and testing.

You’ll collaborate with mechanical, systems, manufacturing, sourcing, quality, and project teams while mentoring junior engineers and upholding electrical design standards.