Electrical Design Engineer

Position: Electrical Application Engineer

Work Location: Remote

Travel: Approximately 15% nationwide travel

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Electrical Application Engineer to support the design and development of electrical systems for modular and prefabricated building components . The engineer will work at the intersection of electrical engineering, manufacturing, and construction , ensuring systems are designed for performance, safety, code compliance, manufacturability, transportation, and field installation.

The position requires strong electrical design experience, particularly with single-line diagrams, MV/LV systems, VFDs, panels/switchboards, cable schedules, equipment selection, and electrical drawings .

What You’ll Do

• Design electrical systems for modular and offsite-manufactured products.
• Develop single-line diagrams, equipment schedules, cable schedules, and detailed electrical drawings.
• Select electrical equipment and components and perform conductor sizing.
• Coordinate MV/LV systems with architectural, mechanical, structural, and electrical disciplines.
• Use Revit, Inventor, AutoCAD, or similar tools to develop and manage engineering drawings.
• Review vendor drawings, submittals, specifications, and engineering documents.
• Work directly with manufacturing teams to make designs production- and assembly-friendly.
• Evaluate electrical materials and construction methods for cost and performance.
• Support shop-floor and field activities related to constructability and installation.
• Communicate with clients and internal stakeholders to resolve technical issues.
• Support product development, R&D, technical studies, cost estimates, and proposals.
• Ensure designs meet NEC, NFPA, IBC, and other applicable requirements.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 6+ years of relevant electrical design/application engineering experience.
• Strong single-line diagram and electrical system design experience.
• Hands-on experience with VFDs, panels, switchboards, and cable scheduling .
• Knowledge of NEC, NFPA, IBC, and electrical/building codes.
• Revit, Inventor, AutoCAD, or comparable design software experience.
• Strong communication, documentation, and coordination skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Experience with modular/prefabricated construction, HVAC, mechanical contracting, or manufacturing is highly desirable.