Senior MV/LV Switchgear Design Engineer-Electrical

Senior MV/LV Switchgear Design Engineer – Electrical

The Senior Electrical Engineer specializing in LV/MV will be responsible for overseeing the electrical design, development, and calculations related to manufacturing projects such as relay panels, control buildings, and medium voltage switchgear. This role includes conducting quality checks, reviewing drawings, and ensuring compliance with project requirements. The position involves collaboration with a USA-based client and requires hands-on involvement throughout the design process.

Key Responsibilities

- Collaborate with the project team to fully understand project requirements and customer specifications.
- Ensure that all projects meet established quality standards, adhere to schedules, and achieve profitability goals.
- Review customer specifications to develop accurate drawings and bills of materials within budget constraints, including appropriate parts selection.
- Design single-line diagrams, schematic and wiring diagrams for power distribution systems, including network diagrams for communication and automation.
- Coordinate with the mechanical engineering department to ensure an integrated and cohesive product design.
- Perform load calculations for power distribution systems to support design accuracy.
- Generate detailed wiring drawings for substation control houses based on customer-provided schematic guidance.
- Assist in training and mentoring junior electrical engineering staff.
- Support the Engineering Manager with various project-related tasks as needed.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
- Demonstrate hands-on experience in designing the following:
- Single-Line Diagrams
- Arc Flash Single-Line Diagrams
- AC and DC Schematics
- Communication and Switchgear Wiring
- Terminal Diagrams and Cable Schedules
- Protection Schemes
- Lighting and Heater Circuits
- Interlocking Logic

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Minimum of 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in electrical power systems.
- Strong knowledge of three-phase power systems.
- Proven experience designing AC and DC control circuits, schematic drawings, and logic diagrams.
- Familiarity with electrical safety procedures and standards including IEC, NEC, NESC, NEMA, IEEE, and ANSI codes.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD for electrical design and familiarity with protection relays and communication network circuits.
- Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and troubleshooting skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Effective time management skills with a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience specifically in medium voltage switchgear design is highly desirable.

Work Location

This position requires in-person attendance.

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This role offers an opportunity to work closely with a USA-based client on advanced electrical design projects, contributing to high-quality manufacturing outputs. The ideal candidate will bring technical expertise, attention to detail, and collaborative skills to support successful project delivery.