Electrical Design Engineer

The role

You will lead the design, development, validation, and implementation of advanced electrical power distribution and conversion systems. This role involves owning major electrical subsystems and driving design documentation and reviews.

What you will do

• Lead electrical design and validation for major subsystems and product areas
• Translate system requirements into practical, robust electrical designs
• Own schematics, drawings, calculations, specifications, and bills of material
• Drive design reviews, trade studies, prototype builds, testing, and troubleshooting
• Collaborate with mechanical, systems, manufacturing, sourcing, quality, and project teams
• Mentor early-career engineers and reinforce electrical design standards
• Support project planning, effort estimation, and execution
• Stay current with advancements in power systems, microgrids, renewable energy, and power conversion technologies
• Work collaboratively with suppliers and Applied partners

Required qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering
• 5–8 years of industrial experience in electrical design or electromechanical systems
• Strong knowledge of power distribution, conversion, monitoring, controls, and system integration
• Experience designing specifications for switchgear, switchboards, transfer switches, loadbanks, and generators
• Experience selecting and validating electrical components using NEC, UL, and industry derating criteria
• Proven experience with design documentation, reviews, testing, validation, and troubleshooting
• Working knowledge of design standards, manufacturability, safety, and compliance practices
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations for electrical power solutions
• Ability to specify safe and effective prototype testing practices
• Experience with AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical, ETAP, SKM, or similar tools
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365
• NFPA 70E Certification

Nice to have

• Understanding of NFPA 70, 101, 99, and related codes
• Experience with ERP, PLM, and engineering data management systems

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 401K retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Continuing Education Support
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance options
• Paid overtime
• Flexible work schedule
• Relocation Assistance
• Ownership Opportunity

Before you apply

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• We do not offer sponsorship

About the company

Applied Engineering is a 100% employee-owned engineering consulting company providing talent and service to manufacturers across the Midwest and beyond.