Job Description: We're seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer (or highly experienced controls specialist) with hands-on UL 508A experience to design, develop, manage, and support industrial control panels for automation and manufacturing systems. You'll serve as a key technical leader and interface across sales, customers, engineering, production, and field teams—overseeing projects end-to-end from specification and design through in-house production, UL compliance, delivery, and post-installation support. This role combines deep electrical/controls expertise, project management ownership of UL508A panel builds in our certified shop, and strong customer collaboration. Ideal for someone technically proficient, process-oriented, and excited to grow into greater responsibility.
Responsibilities / Job Duties:
- Design industrial control panels in full compliance with UL 508A, NFPA 70 (NEC), NFPA 79, and other applicable standards (including proper SCCR determination, short-circuit current rating calculations, and feeder/supplemental protection).
- Create detailed electrical schematics, panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and as-built documentation using AutoCAD Electrical software.
- Develop accurate bills of materials (BOMs), specify UL-listed/recognized components, and ensure proper component selection, derating, spacing, wire sizing, routing, grounding, bonding, and labeling per UL 508A requirements.
- Read, interpret, and improve upon customer-provided electrical system design plans, recommending optimizations for cost, performance, reliability, manufacturability, and compliance.
- Serve as end-to-end Project Manager for UL508A panels produced in our facility:
- Review incoming orders/specifications for completeness, feasibility, and compliance.
- Coordinate with sales, customers, contractors, and internal teams to clarify requirements and manage changes/change orders.
- Create and track detailed project schedules, milestones, budgets, and resource needs.
- Oversee production: material procurement, kitting, assembly, wiring, PLC/VFD/HMI integration, and shop-floor troubleshooting/support.
- Ensure full UL508A compliance throughout (including shop practices, inspections, and documentation for UL audits).
- Manage in-process/final testing (functional, Hi-Pot, continuity, insulation resistance), QA checks, and UL labeling/certification application.
- Handle documentation packages: test reports, schematics, BOMs, O&M manuals, declarations, and certification records.
- Coordinate shipping, customer acceptance, punch-list resolution, and field startup/commissioning support as required.
- Act as primary interface between sales, customers, contractors, engineering, production, and field service for defining/supporting panel and controls specifications; field inbound technical calls, troubleshoot issues, and provide clear explanations in layman's terms.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (PLC programmers, field technicians, QA, UL inspectors) and support the panel build process with hands-on guidance when needed.
- Maintain version control, accurate records, and documentation for all designs, revisions, projects, and compliance records.
- Stay current on UL508A updates, NEC changes, component advancements, and industry best practices; apply knowledge to assist customers and improve internal processes.
Qualifications:
- B.S. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent technical degree (strongly preferred); or equivalent combination of education and hands-on experience.
- Minimum 2+ years designing and supporting UL 508A industrial control panels (required); experience in a UL-certified panel shop is highly preferred.
- Proficiency in electrical CAD software (AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar).
- Strong knowledge of UL 508A, NEC/NFPA 70, NFPA 79, grounding/bonding, wire sizing, SCCR calculations, and industrial safety standards.
- Hands-on familiarity with industrial controls: PLCs, VFDs, HMIs, relays, networking, motor controls, and components from major brands (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, ABB, WAGO, Advantech, etc.).
- 2+ years related industrial motor controls experience (maintenance, troubleshooting, or design).
- Excellent interpersonal/customer service skills; ability to stay calm under pressure, explain complex concepts simply, and manage expectations.
- Strong project management and organizational skills (scheduling, budgeting, cross-team coordination).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with ERP/ordering systems a plus.
- Quick learner with creative problem-solving and analytical thinking.
Bonus Points / Preferred Experience:
- Direct experience working with UL inspectors and maintaining UL 508A shop certification/compliance.
- Knowledge of machine/functional safety design (ISO 13849, ANSI/RIA standards, risk assessments, safety relays, e-stops, light curtains).
- Prior field installation, startup, commissioning, or troubleshooting experience.
- Familiarity with industrial networking (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profinet), SCADA integration, or IIoT components.
- Experience mentoring junior team members or reviewing/approving designs.
Job Types: Full-time, Internship
Pay: $63,640.61 - $76,642.45 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Education:
Experience:
- Industrial electrical: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
