Senior Electrical Engineer: Switchgear & Control Design

Powell; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k savings

Annual bonus potential

Paid time off

Professional development

Wellness programs

Job summary

Powell is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead projects from concept to completion, designing Low and Medium Voltage Switchgear & Control Solutions for diverse clients. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field and 4–8 years of experience, with strong AutoCAD drafting skills and power systems knowledge.

You will mentor engineers, support client meetings, coordinate with purchasing, and ensure designs meet budgets and schedules in a collaborative

Qualifications

• BS Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technology or related area.
• Minimum 4-8 years of experience in an Engineering role.
• Advanced drafting/ACAD skills.
• Proficient in electrical SWGR design and control schemes.
• Proficient in understanding power systems and relay applications as applied to switchgear products.

Responsibilities

• Independently complete standard projects to match client specifications and requirements.
• Draft electrical construction drawings using AutoCAD in conjunction with our in-house mechanical and wiring teams.
• Apply design knowledge to engineer 480V through 5kV Motor Control, and 480V through 38kV Switchgear along with other miscellaneous equipment.
• Work with the Project Management team to interpret project write-ups, client specifications, drawings, and other correspondence.
• Create and validate Bills of Materials for client submittal and approval.
• Complete self and peer design reviews before issuing projects to Powell’s manufacturing floor.

Skills

Project management

Education

BS Degree in Electrical Engineering or related

Tools

AutoCAD

Switchgear design

Power systems

Job description

Powell is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead projects from concept to completion, designing Low and Medium Voltage Switchgear & Control Solutions for diverse clients. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field and 4–8 years of experience, with strong AutoCAD drafting skills and power systems knowledge.

You will mentor engineers, support client meetings, coordinate with purchasing, and ensure designs meet budgets and schedules in a collaborative