Location: Marietta, Ohio
Job Type: Direct Hire, Full-Time
Pay: Starting at $80,000/year (higher compensation available based on experience)
We are seeking a motivated Entry-Level Power Systems Electrical Engineer to join an innovative engineering team focused on the design and development of electrical power distribution equipment. This role offers the opportunity to work on product design, system integration, testing, and continuous improvement while collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams.
If you're passionate about electrical design, problem-solving, and creating reliable power solutions, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop electrical designs for power distribution products, including component selection and system integration
- Assist with thermal design, mechanical packaging concepts, and interconnection hardware selection
- Apply knowledge of analog and digital circuit design, magnetics, and thermal management
- Create engineering specifications for power protection and distribution systems
- Design power and control circuits for switchboards and related equipment
- Develop and maintain bills of materials, schematics, and engineering documentation
- Support the integration and qualification of third-party components within electrical systems
- Participate in hardware design reviews to improve product performance and reliability
- Prepare technical documentation, manufacturing instructions, and test procedures
- Provide engineering support for both new and existing product lines
- Perform hands-on troubleshooting of electrical systems and subsystems
- Assist with product safety certifications and compliance activities involving UL, CSA, IEC, and related standards
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)
- Experience with AutoCAD or similar CAD drafting software
- Knowledge of power distribution equipment such as Power Distribution Units (PDU), Static Transfer Switches (STS), Remote Power Panels (RPP), or switchboards
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience using electrical engineering test equipment such as oscilloscopes, network analyzers, and signal generators
- Knowledge of three-phase electrical systems and power distribution
- Strong technical writing, communication, and documentation skills
- Excellent laboratory and troubleshooting abilities
- Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate is eager to learn, enjoys both design work and hands-on testing, and thrives in a collaborative engineering environment. You'll have the opportunity to contribute to innovative power distribution solutions while expanding your technical expertise and advancing your career.
If you're ready to work on challenging electrical engineering projects and make an impact from day one, we encourage you to apply.
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