Remote Senior Electrical Design Engineer - Automation

Placements24

United States

Remote

USD 110,000 - 150,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Health benefits

Professional development stipend

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer for a fully remote role with a global industrial automation leader. Lead design of complex automation systems, develop schematics, BOMs, and ensure standards compliance while collaborating with distributed teams.

Ideal candidate has 7+ years in electrical design, strong PLC/HMI expertise, and proficiency with EPLAN/AutoCAD Electrical. This remote-first position offers flexible collaboration across time zones and opportunities to

Qualifications

7+ years of progressive experience in electrical design for industrial automation.
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline required.
Demonstrated expertise in PLC programming and HMI development.

Responsibilities

Lead electrical design of complex industrial automation systems including PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and motion control.
Create detailed schematics, panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and BOMs using CAD software.
Specify and select drives, motors, sensors, relays, and control panels.
Ensure designs comply with IEC, UL, CE and client requirements.
Collaborate with software and mechanical engineers in a remote environment.
Provide technical support to manufacturing and commissioning teams.
Conduct remote design reviews and present proposals to clients.
Troubleshoot electrical issues remotely and develop solutions.
Stay updated on automation tech and standards.
Contribute to design process improvements.