Electrical Design Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Express Employment Professionals in Lynchburg is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer for one of its well-established clients in the Lynchburg area. This position is responsible for designing and supporting the implementation of PLC-based control systems and panels for material-handling equipment. The ideal candidate will have experience with electrical control-panel design, AutoCAD, programmable controllers, and manufacturing documentation. This position is for a detail-oriented engineering professional who enjoys turning technical requirements into reliable control solutions.

Skills and Experience Requirements

• Experience designing electrical control panels and PLC-based control systems
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or comparable electrical-design software
• Knowledge of programmable controllers, I/O requirements, and memory requirements
• Understanding of motor and control circuits
• Familiarity with UL 508A specifications
• Ability to read, review, and revise electrical drawings and schematics
• Experience creating bills of materials and production documentation
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Clear communication and customer-service skills
• Ability to coordinate technical requirements with vendors, manufacturing teams, and field personnel
• Willingness to work overtime as required

Job Responsibilities

• Design control panels using AutoCAD and other applicable software
• Prepare field-component and conveyor layouts based on control-system requirements
• Add motors, solenoids, photo eyes, limit switches, and other components to field layouts
• Select programmable controllers based on project I/O, memory, and customer requirements
• Design and specify motor and control circuits in accordance with UL 508A specifications
• Generate bills of materials for control panels, consoles, and field components
• Complete production orders identifying the materials and components required for manufacturing
• Support the construction and wiring of control panels
• Prepare and submit layout sketches, schematic sketches, bills of materials, and production worksheets
• Review preliminary drawings and bills of materials and make necessary corrections
• Coordinate interfaces and other technical requirements with outside vendors
• Provide telephone support for field installation and troubleshooting
• Address customer-service issues as needed
• Work overtime when required

Pay and Schedule

$38–$55 an hour, based on experience, qualifications, and demonstrated controls-design expertise.

Available work schedules are 4:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m. or 5:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

You should be proficient in:

• Electrical Schematics
• CAD Software
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Industrial Electrical Experience
• Electrical Schematic Reading