Senior Switchgear Design Engineer – Manufacturing

Lincoln Electric Products Co.; Union (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Electric Products Co. Inc. is seeking an Electrical Engineer with direct experience in switchgear or switchboard manufacturing.

This role designs, develops, and supports the production of low-voltage switchboards (UL 891), panelboards (UL 67), and control panels (UL 508A) in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The candidate will create panel layouts and wiring diagrams for manufacturing, specify components, perform load calculations, and collaborate with mechanical engineers and shop

Qualifications

• Direct experience in switchgear/switchboard manufacturing (REQUIRED).
• Experience designing equipment for a manufacturing facility.
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical design software.
• Experience creating wiring diagrams and panel layouts for manufacturing.
• Knowledge of UL standards (UL 891, UL 508A) and NEC codes.
• Experience supporting production or shop floor troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop low-voltage switchgear and switchboards for manufacturing using AutoCAD.
• Create detailed electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and control diagrams for manufacturing.
• Participate in selection and specification of switchgear components (circuit breakers, contactors, transformers, etc.).
• Perform breaker coordination, load calculations, and kAIC analysis.
• Support busbar sizing, layout, and thermal considerations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve wiring, layout, and component issues during production.
• Review and improve existing designs for efficiency, manufacturability, and cost optimization.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers, manufacturing/assembly teams and technicians to ensure proper integration.
• Stay up to date with industry standards, best practices, and new technologies related to switchgear design and manufacturing.
• Ensure designs comply with UL 891, UL 67, UL 508A and NEC codes.

Skills

Electrical design

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Lincoln Electric Products Co. Inc. is seeking an Electrical Engineer with direct experience in switchgear or switchboard manufacturing.

This role designs, develops, and supports the production of low-voltage switchboards (UL 891), panelboards (UL 67), and control panels (UL 508A) in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The candidate will create panel layouts and wiring diagrams for manufacturing, specify components, perform load calculations, and collaborate with mechanical engineers and shop