Southern States LLC · 22 hours ago
Electrical Design Engineer
United States
Full-time
Remote
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expSouthern States LLC is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer I, an entry-level engineering role responsible for supporting the design, development, verification, and production of motor automation and switchgear systems. The role involves hands-on exposure to electrical system design and collaboration with senior engineers on various engineering projects.
Electrical DistributionElectronicsManufacturing
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and cabinet layouts for motor operator systems in accordance with company standards and applicable codes
Create and revise 2D/3D drawings and models using AutoCAD and SolidWorks for existing and new product designs
Generate and maintain engineering documentation, including specifications, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and revision-controlled drawings
Support engineering change activities, including design updates and documentation revisions
Support the development and refinement of printed circuit board (PCB) designs under the supervision of senior engineers
Assist with schematic capture, component placement reviews, and layout verification to ensure compliance with electrical, mechanical, and manufacturability requirements
Participate in PCB design reviews, providing input on component selection, signal routing considerations, grounding, and power distribution
Work under the guidance of senior engineers on assigned design and development projects
Provide technical support to manufacturing and field installation teams, including design clarification, troubleshooting, and implementation support
Assist with component selection and alternate sourcing, evaluating form-fit-function and updating documentation as required
Support the development of functional prototypes, samples, and demonstration units to validate design intent
Perform engineering verification and validation testing in the lab under supervision
Gain familiarity with ANSI, IEC and applicable industry standards and their application to product design and testing
Assist with verification and functional testing of new PCB designs, documenting results and observations
Participate in product usability, reliability, and value improvement initiatives through the Value Improvement (VIP) system
Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering processes, drafting standards, PCB design practices, and documentation workflows
Support continuous improvement efforts focused on manufacturability, quality, and lifecycle performance
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related engineering field
0–2 years of relevant engineering or technical experience (internships and co-ops acceptable)
Ability to read, interpret, and develop electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
Demonstrated proficiency with AutoCAD for electrical drafting and documentation
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-based engineering environment
Ability to manage multiple tasks and perform effectively in a fast-paced, manufacturing-oriented environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Preferred
Experience with SolidWorks and AutoCAD in an engineering or manufacturing environment
C, C++, Java is a plus
Working knowledge of electrical standards and codes, such as ANSI, UL, IEC, IEEE, or NEC (NFPA 70)
Familiarity with PCB design fundamentals using tools such as Altium Designer, including schematic capture, layout concepts, and component libraries
Hands-on experience using electrical test equipment, such as multimeters and oscilloscopes
Exposure to industrial control systems, motor automation, switchgear, or panel design is desirable
Company
Southern States LLC
For over 100 years, Southern States has been a provider of essential products and services to electric utilities in the U.S.
201-500 employees
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