Electrical Design Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

About Us:

At Tomball Controls, we specialize in manufacturing custom fuel tanks, custom sound attenuated enclosures, and access platforms for emergency power generators.

We are proud to serve clients across various industries, providing them with high-quality power packaging solutions to meet their specific requirements. With years of experienced team members and a commitment to excellence, we have built a reputation for delivering reliable and durable products on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Develop electrical layout drawings, panel designs, and wiring diagrams for generator enclosures and associated electrical systems.
• Create accurate conduit routing and load center layouts in compliance with applicable codes, standards, and project requirements.
• Utilize AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks to produce clear, accurate, and manufacturable electrical designs. Experience with electrical design modules is preferred but not required.
• Collaborate closely with mechanical engineering, manufacturing, and production teams to ensure complete and coordinated design documentation.
• Apply knowledge of NEC, UL 508A, UL 891, and UL 1558 standards when developing designs and selecting components.
• Prepare detailed Bills of Material (BOMs) and provide technical support for panel assembly and wiring integration activities.
• Review customer specifications, assess design feasibility, and ensure compliance with all project requirements.
• Participate in design reviews, quality assurance processes, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product performance and design efficiency.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering preferred; equivalent practical experience will be strongly considered.
• Experience with generator systems, commercial MEP design, or similar industrial electrical environments.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks; electrical design experience is a plus.
• Working knowledge of NEC, UL 508A, and UL 891/1558 standards.
• Ability to read, interpret, and create detailed electrical schematics and drawings.
• Experience with power generation systems, backup power solutions, or switchgear is preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Primarily office- based with extensive computer work, along with periodic visits to the manufacturing and fabrication areas.
• Ability to walk through shop and fabrication environments to review ongoing work, conduct inspections, and collaborate with productions teams.
• Occasional travel may be required for customer meetings, site visits, vendor coordination or project support activities. 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

Tomball Controls is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Tomball Controls is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.