Power Systems Medium Voltage Switchgear Engineer

Power Systems Medium Voltage Switchgear Engineer

 

Position Overview:

We are seeking a motivated Medium Voltage Switchgear Engineer with 2–3 years of experience in the design, testing, and support of medium voltage (MV) switchgear systems. The ideal candidate will have a solid technical foundation, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate across engineering, sales and project teams to deliver reliable design solutions.

 

Key Responsibilities including but not limited to:

• Design and develop medium voltage switchgear systems (typically 1kV–38kV) in compliance with applicable standards (ANSI, IEEE, IEC).
• Prepare electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, and layout drawings.
• Perform equipment sizing, protection coordination, and short-circuit/arc flash analysis.
• Review customer specifications and project requirements to ensure technical compliance.
• Support manufacturing, assembly, and factory acceptance testing (FAT) of switchgear panels.
• Troubleshoot design or field issues and provide technical support to internal teams and clients.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including project management, procurement, and quality.
• Assist in commissioning activities and provide on-site or remote technical support as needed.
• Maintain proper documentation and engineering records.
• Interface with sales team and customers on new opportunities and technical reviews of applications

What we need you to have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 2–3 years of experience working with Schneider, Siemens, Eaton or ABB medium voltage switchgear.
• Knowledge of electrical standards such as UL, ANSI, IEEE, IEC, and NEC.
• Experience with protection relays and control systems.
• Proficiency in engineering software tools (e.g., AutoCAD, EPlan, or similar).
• Strong understanding of electrical fundamentals, including power systems and protection schemes.
• Familiarity with relay programming (e.g., SEL, ABB, Siemens).
• Exposure to arc flash studies and power system modeling.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

 

 

Additional Information:

• Travel Requirements – 5 - 10% travel
• Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa currently
• Open to remote applicants