Ellaway Blues Consulting ยท 6 days ago
Switchgear Mechanical Engineer
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$40/hr - $58/hrEllaway Blues Consulting is a growing engineering and power systems organization that supports a wide range of industries. They are looking for a Switchgear Mechanical Engineer to join their technical team, focusing on mechanical design, collaboration with electrical engineers, and ensuring high-quality production outcomes.
Human ResourcesRecruitingStaffing Agency
Hiring Manager
Carlos Lugo
Responsibilities
Design low-voltage and medium-voltage switchgear, MCCs, sheet-metal enclosures, and mechanical assemblies
Create, update, and release mechanical drawing packages, including detailed fabrication drawings, layout/assembly drawings, and bills of material
Develop approval drawings and incorporate feedback from design reviews and customer comments
Produce flat patterns, bend profiles, weldments, and sub-assembly drawings for manufacturing
Analyze electrical bills of material and schematics to generate accurate switchgear layouts
Prepare equipment plan, elevation, section views, lifting diagrams, and component arrangement drawings
Ensure drawings are released on time to support production schedules
Work closely with electrical engineers to align mechanical and electrical design requirements
Provide technical guidance to fabrication, welding, and assembly teams during manufacturing
Support sales and distributors by answering technical questions and contributing to high-quality customer service
Communicate effectively across engineering, production, and purchasing to keep projects moving smoothly
Design enclosures and components in accordance with ANSI/NEMA standards and project specifications
Perform sizing and bracing calculations for copper busbar systems
Stay up to date with industry developments, materials, and manufacturing practices
Identify opportunities to improve design quality, workflow efficiency, or manufacturability
Follow organizational, safety, and regulatory requirements while maintaining a strong commitment to product integrity
Qualification
Required
Hands-on experience in mechanical design for electrical equipment
Strong command of CAD tools
Practical understanding of how designs translate to fabrication and assembly
Ability to communicate clearly
Ability to manage multiple priorities confidently
Enjoy collaborating with both engineers and shop personnel
Approach problem-solving with curiosity
Commitment to delivering reliable, well-designed products that stand up to real-world conditions
Company
Ellaway Blues Consulting
Ellaway Blues Consulting offers recruitment and staffing solutions for the energy sector, focusing on oil and gas roles.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Huw Ellaway
Managing Partner
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