Lead Electrical Design Engineer – Power & Control Systems

Lead Electrical Design Engineer – Power & Control Systems

Location: Henrico, VA

Job Type: Direct Hire

Salary: Starts at $90,000.00 (Higher Depending on Experience)

Position Summary:

The Lead Electrical Design Engineer – Power & Control Systems designs and supports industrial power distribution and control systems, including electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and system documentation. This role collaborates with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, code-compliant engineering solutions while supporting manufacturing, project execution, and continuous system improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical power distribution and control systems for industrial applications
• Create and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, engineering specifications, and bills of materials
• Support both new product development efforts and modifications to existing systems
• Ensure engineering designs comply with applicable electrical codes, standards, and internal design practices
• Provide technical support and guidance to manufacturing, operations, and production personnel
• Maintain organized engineering documentation, drawing revisions, and configuration records
• Collaborate with project teams from order release through manufacturing and final delivery
• Monitor project schedules and support timely completion of engineering deliverables
• Participate in engineering reviews, technical discussions, and project coordination meetings
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to improve system performance, reliability, and design efficiency

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE required)
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in electrical engineering or power systems design
• U.S. Citizenship required
• Experience with industrial control components including relays, breakers, contactors, and metering devices
• Working knowledge of PLC systems (Siemens PLC experience preferred)
• Proficiency using AutoCAD Electrical (current version)
• Strong understanding of electrical wiring practices, integration methods, and equipment layout
• Familiarity with applicable electrical codes, standards, and regulatory requirements
• Experience working with electromechanical systems and integrated equipment

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capability
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple technical priorities
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail with a focus on engineering accuracy and documentation quality
• Ability to work effectively in deadline-driven engineering and manufacturing environments