Mid-Level Electrical Design Engineer – Power Systems

Job Title: Mid-Level Electrical Design Engineer – Power Systems
Location: Richmond, Virginia (Hybrid / Remote Flexibility Available)
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire
Compensation: $80,000 – $120,000

Position Overview

We are seeking an Electrical Design Engineer II to support the development of reliable and high-performance power distribution equipment. This role is well-suited for someone who is detail-oriented, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced engineering environment.

The selected candidate will contribute to electrical design efforts, documentation, and system validation, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure product quality, safety, and performance.

Key Responsibilities:
• Execute electrical design tasks at the product level, including component selection, thermal considerations, mechanical integration support, and interconnect design

• Apply working knowledge of analog and digital circuits, magnetics, and thermal management

• Develop technical specifications and engineering documentation for power protection and distribution systems

• Design switchboard power and control circuitry

• Create and maintain design records, including schematics and bills of materials (BOMs)

• Assist in integrating third-party components into electrical systems

• Support the creation of manufacturing documentation, test plans, and engineering reports

• Provide ongoing engineering support for both new product development and existing systems

• Troubleshoot electrical systems and subsystems through hands-on analysis

• Assist with product certification processes in coordination with NRTL standards (UL, CSA, IEC)

Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)

• At least 2 years of experience in electrical design or product development

Preferred Qualifications:
• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (MSEE)

• Experience working with UL 891 switchboards

• Familiarity with engineering change processes (ECNs), BOM management, and documentation systems

• Experience using AutoCAD and ERP platforms

• Hands-on experience with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, and network analyzers

• Knowledge of three-phase power systems and electrical distribution

• Strong technical writing and communication skills

• Proven problem-solving ability in laboratory or testing environments

• Familiarity with UL, CSA, and IEC safety and EMC standards

• Understanding of environmental, reliability, and safety requirements in commercial or industrial application

What Success Looks Like:
• Accurate and timely completion of design deliverables

• Well-documented and manufacturable engineering outputs

• Effective collaboration with internal teams

• Strong contribution to product quality, safety, and performance

• Proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement