Electrical Hardware Engineer

Electrical Hardware Engineer$95k-$120kUp to ?60% travelPosition OverviewWe are seeking experienced Electrical Hardware Engineers to join a growing engineering team delivering automated material handling, distribution, and sortation solutions. This is a direct hire, permanent placement opportunity offering long-term career stability within a dynamic, project-driven organization.The Electrical Hardware Engineer is responsible for designing the electrical infrastructure that enables complex automation systems to function reliably and safely. Core areas of focus include control panel design, power distribution, wiring schematics, and communication network layout — from initial concept through field installation and commissioning.Candidates who have held titles such as Electrical Engineer, Control Systems Engineer, Electrical Project Engineer, or Controls Systems Engineer at other organizations are encouraged to apply if their background aligns with electrical hardware design.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign electrical systems for automated material handling and sortation projects from concept through installationDevelop detailed electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and control panel layout drawings using AutoCAD ElectricalDesign and specify control panel configurations, including enclosure sizing, component selection, and internal layoutPerform motor sizing and power calculations to support mechanical and controls integrationDefine cable routing, cable type selection, and point-to-point wiring documentationDesign communication and network layouts for distributed automation systemsDevelop Bills of Materials (BOMs) for electrical hardware componentsCreate and maintain installation guidance documentation for field teamsCollaborate with controls engineers, project managers, and mechanical teams to ensure integrated system designSupport on-site installation verification and commissioning activities as neededRequired Skills & QualificationsDemonstrated experience in electrical system design and hardware engineering in an industrial or automation contextProficiency with AutoCAD Electrical for schematic and panel layout developmentStrong working knowledge of electrical schematic design, panel layout, and power distributionExperience with motor sizing, power calculations, and electrical load analysisAbility to develop point-to-point wiring documentation and cable routing plansFamiliarity with industrial communication and network architecturesUnderstanding of BOM development and material specification processesBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technology, or a related field preferred; equivalent professional experience will be consideredPreferred Background3–8 years of electrical hardware or electrical design engineering experience in automation, material handling, industrial systems, or similar environmentsBackground in distribution center (DC) operations, parcel sortation, conveyor systems, or intralogistics automation is strongly preferredExperience supporting field installation and commissioning from an electrical design perspectiveFamiliarity with NEC codes, UL standards, or other relevant electrical compliance and safety requirements