
Electrical Design Engineer
Professional Recruiting Consultants
- Louisville, KY
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Level 3 candidates preferred; Level 2 candidates with a strong background will be considered.
- Experience in baggage handling or conveyor/material handling is highly desired.
- AutoCAD experience required; AutoCAD Electrical preferred.
- Office-based position with some travel requirements.
- Must be able to obtain airport security clearance.
- Authorized to work in the U.S.
- Direct, coordinate, and exercise functional authority for design, planning, organization, control, and completion of engineering projects.
- Read and interpret specifications and contract drawings to develop designs that meet project requirements.
- Analyze engineering schematics, specifications, and drawings to determine design factors.
- Produce accurate electrical device and panel layouts, including motor, control, and I/O schematics, and bills of materials.
- Review designs for compliance with engineering standards and customer contract requirements.
- Provide project support to field engineers, project managers, purchasing, and panel fabricators.
- Evaluate and approve design changes, specifications, and drawing releases.
- Use computer-assisted design/drafting software to develop designs.
- Communicate with project teams regarding task completion status.
- Design and develop detailed layouts for electrical circuits and power distribution systems.
- Interface with customers and internal/external teams for design modifications and support.
- Other responsibilities as needed.
- Strong ability to read, interpret, and develop electrical designs and system specifications.
- Knowledge of electrical codes such as UL508A, NEC, and NFPA.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and ability to produce accurate, reliable work.
- Critical thinker and problem-solver with creative design capabilities.
- Effective communication skills (verbal and written).
- Ability to travel to customer sites as needed and work non-business hours based on project needs.
- Bachelor's degree in a related field; 2-4 years of relevant experience may be considered in place of formal education.
- 4+ years of relevant engineering experience.
- Experience Required:
- AutoCAD Electrical
- Excel
- Experience Preferred:
- HMI graphics
- PLC programming
- Networking experience
- Office-based position with some job site travel.
- Collaborative, engaging, and success-driven culture.
- General office hours: Monday-Friday, 7 AM - 4 PM or 8 AM - 5 PM.
- Working hours may vary at job sites to meet project requirements.
- Sitting for prolonged periods when in office.
- Standing and walking for prolonged periods at job sites.
- Climbing may be required at job sites.
- Frequent typing and data entry.
- Lifting up to 10 pounds when required.