Senior Design Engineer

AI Talent Hunt Cloud; Enoch (UT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Enoch, Utah-based engineering opportunity focusing on advanced electrical switchgear design. The role emphasizes technical leadership, mentorship, and adherence to IEC, IEEE, UL, and NEMA standards.

The engineer will drive complex projects from concept through manufacturing, collaborating with cross-functional teams and supporting manufacturing, testing, and commissioning activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years in switchgear or power distribution design.
• Experience leading complex projects from concept to manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical resource and mentor for design engineers and interns.
• Provide guidance on design challenges, protection schemes, and customer requirements.
• Review engineering deliverables for technical accuracy and standards compliance.
• Lead design and development of complex switchgear systems and associated drawings.

Skills

Technical leadership

Mentoring

Engineering judgment

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Electrical

Microsoft Office

Job description

Key Responsibilities: Technical Leadership:

• Serve as a technical resource and mentor for Design Engineers and Engineering Interns.
• Provide guidance on complex design challenges, protection schemes, control circuits, and customer requirements.
• Provide peer reviews of the engineering deliverables of less experienced engineers.
• Review engineering deliverables for technical accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company standards.
• Support engineering training and knowledge sharing initiatives.
• Assist in developing and maintaining engineering standards, templates, and best practices.

Advanced Design Engineering

• Lead the design and development of complex electrical switchgear systems including general requirements, elevation and plan views, one-line diagrams, schematics, and control circuits.
• Lead the selection and specification of electrical components and provide guidance on component application, coordination, and compliance with project requirements.
• Create and revise engineering drawings using CAD software (AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical).
• Ensure designs comply with relevant standards (e.g., IEC, ANSI, UL, IEEE).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical designers, project managers, and manufacturing teams.
• Review and interpret customer specifications and provide technical input during submittal, production, and post-shipment phases.
• Participate in customer technical review meetings and provide engineering expertise during project execution.
• Support resolution of technical issues during manufacturing, testing, commissioning, and post-shipment activities.

Work Environment

• Functions with a high degree of autonomy and technical authority. Expected to independently manage complex projects while providing guidance and support to other engineers.
• Typical work week - 40 hrs.
• This is an on-site position unless approval is given by management based on a major life change
• Willingness to work 10% overtime as needed.
• Travel is not required for this position.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate advanced technical expertise in switchgear and power distribution system design.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to less experienced engineers.
• Independently manage complex projects with minimal oversight.
• Evaluate technical alternatives and make sound engineering decisions.
• Effectively communicate technical concepts to customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and standardization.
• Demonstrate accuracy, thoroughness, and impeccable attention to detail and organizational skills while successfully managing many concurrent projects
• Define problems, collect and interpret data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and implement effective solutions in a timely manner
• Communicate clearly and effectively
• Read and understand contracts, specifications, technical drawings, procedures, and manuals
• Approach others in a tactful manner, react well under pressure, treat others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position, accept responsibility for own action, and follow through on commitments.
• Use strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills through various stages of each project.

Skills/Knowledge/Traits

• Technical leadership and mentoring ability
• Sound engineering judgment
• Decision-making skills
• Ability to influence without direct authority
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Positive attitude
• Strong work ethic
• Time management skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Works well under pressure
• Team player

Experience & Education

• The well-qualified Design Engineer will have:
• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering (preferred) or related engineering discipline.
• 7+ years of experience in switchgear or power distribution equipment design.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex projects from concept through manufacturing and testing.
• Experience reviewing and approving engineering deliverables.
• Experience mentoring or training engineers.
• Advanced understanding of low- and medium-voltage systems (up to 38kV).
• Advanced understanding of electrical protection and control systems.
• Experience with AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, and Microsoft software
• Knowledge of relevant electrical standards (IEC, IEEE, UL, NEMA, etc.).
• Hands-on experience in manufacturing, testing, commissioning, or field service of switchgear (preferred).

JOB INSIGHTS: Must Have

• 7+ years of experience in switchgear or power distribution equipment design.
• Advanced technical expertise in low- and medium-voltage systems up to 38kV, including electrical protection and control systems.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex engineering projects from concept through manufacturing and testing, with the ability to independently manage projects with minimal oversight.
• Experience with AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, and Microsoft software.
• Knowledge of relevant electrical standards, including IEC, IEEE, UL, NEMA, or similar applicable standards.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.

Nice to Have

• Hands-on experience in manufacturing, testing, commissioning, or field service of switchgear.