Senior Design Engineer: Switchgear & Power Distribution

McM Engineering II, Inc.; Enoch (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

McM Engineering II, Inc. is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to lead the design and documentation of low- and medium-voltage switchgear and power distribution systems.

You will mentor engineers, drive engineering standards, and ensure QMS alignment with ISO 9001:2015. You will guide design challenges, review deliverables, and collaborate across cross-functional teams to meet customer requirements and project schedules.

Qualifications

• 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).

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

Skills

Technical leadership

Mentoring ability

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Time management

Team player

Analytical thinking

Decision-making

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Electrical

Microsoft Office

Job description

McM Engineering II, Inc. is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to lead the design and documentation of low- and medium-voltage switchgear and power distribution systems.

You will mentor engineers, drive engineering standards, and ensure QMS alignment with ISO 9001:2015. You will guide design challenges, review deliverables, and collaborate across cross-functional teams to meet customer requirements and project schedules.