gpac · 18 hours ago
Electrical Design Engineer
Waukesha, WI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$85K/yr - $125K/yr
3+ years expGPAC is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. The Electrical Design Engineer will apply engineering principles to design custom machinery, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure project completion within budget and on time.
ConsultingHuman Resources
Responsibilities
Design electrical schematics and panel layouts using CAD software (e.g., Solidworks Electrical, AutoCAD Electrical or equivalent)
Develop electrical BOMs (Bills of Materials) and specify components such as PLCs, safety devices, power distribution, motion controllers, and industrial networks
Perform electrical calculations including load analysis, wire sizing, and short-circuit/current ratings
Design controls systems that comply with company and industry acceptable standards and codes (i.e. NEC, NFPA, ANSI, RIA, UL, etc.)
Collaborate with controls engineers to support PLC and HMI implementation
Work with internal assembly technicians and panel shop during build and wiring phases to ensure design accuracy and address issues
Support system commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting both in-house and at customer sites
Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives
Maintain documentation and revision control throughout project lifecycle
Investigate equipment failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operation and make recommendations to manufacturing staff
Assist with Underwriters Laboratories (UL) compliance and project certification for submittal to UL
Assist with and follow Hardware Design Standards including graphical (schematic and layout standards), Materials, Reports and Procedures
Provide Project Manager (PM) with timely status reports of assignments
Complete all necessary Project Development paperwork and produce meaningful project control documentation
Travels as required to complete project tasks
Work with team members to improve the efficiency of the department
Maintains a strong company presence and positive working relationship with customers, subcontractors, vendors and co-workers to accomplish smooth system start-ups
Comply with all quality and safety regulations
Carry out other tasks and assignments as requested by the Engineering Manager or Project Manager
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Proficiency in electrical CAD tools (AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical, etc.)
Working knowledge of PLCs, industrial networks (EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, etc.), and motion control components
Understanding of relevant codes and standards such as NEC, NFPA 70/79, UL508A, and OSHA machine safety requirements
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, project-driven environment
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Preferred
3+ years of experience in electrical design for automation systems, machinery, or control panels preferred
Benefits
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Company
gpac
gpac is a staffing and recruiting company that provides talent recruitment and development services.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Chad Feldman
Shareholder/Board Member
Matthew Good
Principal Shareholder / Vice Chairman of Board
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