Blue Bridge People · 3 weeks ago
Lead Electrical Engineer - Material Handling Systems
Blue Bridge People is seeking a senior-level Electrical Engineer specializing in Electromechanical Systems to support complex automation and material-handling systems. The role involves low-voltage electrical design and integration with PLC and mechanical systems, playing a critical part in scaling the organization’s engineering capabilities.
Responsibilities
Design low-voltage electrical systems including 24V/48VDC power, control circuits, sensors, actuators, safety devices, and I/O networks
Engineer panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and terminal plans for automation equipment
Integrate electrical designs with PLCs, HMIs, motion systems, servos, and VFDs
Specify power supplies, I/O devices, sensors, relays, safety components, terminal blocks, and industrial networking hardware
Develop and maintain customer-specific electrical standards for major enterprise clients
Support AutoCAD Electrical development, including macros, libraries, and drawing automation
Support system installation and debugging on site
Provide advanced troubleshooting on controls power, signal integrity, and device performance
Produce redlines, as-builts, and final documentation
Partner with controls, mechanical, and manufacturing teams to ensure complete system integration
Mentor junior engineers and support peer technical reviews
Participate in customer design reviews and technical discussions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
Level III: 5–7 years of experience in industrial electrical or automation design
Level IV: 8+ years of experience, including leadership on complex or multi-system automation projects
Fluency in AutoCAD Electrical (technical testing required)
Strong experience with schematics, panel layouts, and low-voltage system design
Familiarity with PLCs, industrial sensors, field devices, and power supplies
Knowledge of UL, NEC, IEC, and NFPA standards
Ability to travel 25–35%
Preferred
Background in automation, manufacturing, or industrial systems preferred