Electrical Engineer
Location: Columbia, SC
Salary: $80,000 – $160,000 per year (based on experience)
Job Type: Full-time, salaried, exempt
Citizenship: US Citizenship required
Job Summary
Our client is a rapidly growing technology company that designs, fabricates, and operates specialty water treatment equipment for government and commercial clients. They solve some of the most challenging problems in the water industry — from responding to the Fukushima Nuclear Plant disaster to deploying patented, first-of-its-kind industrial wastewater recycling systems and cleaning up Cold War-era legacy waste at government sites. Their mission is to improve the environment through sustainable, innovative water treatment solutions.
Benefits Of Working With Our Client
- Generous paid time off and holidays
- Strong advancement opportunities within a growing company
- Comprehensive insurance options with employer contributions
- 401(k) savings plan with employer match
What You’ll Do
As an Electrical Design Engineer , you will collaborate with the Engineering Manager to design and program electrical systems for industrial water treatment solutions. This includes creating schematics using AutoCAD Electrical, programming PLC and HMI systems, and supporting the full life cycle of projects—from concept through commissioning, including field support.
A Day in the Life
- Perform end-to-end electrical system design and programming
- Maintain and update electrical drawings in AutoCAD Electrical
- Design safe and code-compliant electrical systems based on P&IDs and internal standards
- Collaborate with technicians and engineers for schematic clarifications
- Inspect and test assembled components
- Coordinate and support factory acceptance testing
- Work directly with customers, operators, and technical teams
- Travel to client sites (domestic and international) for commissioning—often independently
- Perform other duties as assigned by management
Qualifications – What Will Set You Up For Success
- B.S. in Electrical Engineering
- 3–5 years of relevant job experience
- At least one year of AutoCAD experience
- PLC programming experience (Allen-Bradley RSLogix 5000 preferred)
- HMI programming experience (Allen-Bradley FactoryTalk preferred)
- Siemens PLC experience is a plus
- Strong adaptability to changing schedules and requirements
- Excellent problem-solving and concept design capabilities
- Familiarity with NEC electrical code
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical prints
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- High motivation and ability to work independently in fast-paced environments
Additional Requirements
- Must pass a drug test, pre-employment physical, and background check
- High awareness of safe working practices
- U.S. Citizenship is required
Our client is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
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