Burnett Specialists Staffing | Recruiting
Sr. Switchgear Design Engineer
Burnett Specialists Staffing | Recruiting, Pearland, Texas, us, 77588
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Sr. Switchgear Design Engineer Job Overview Fast growing Electrical Circuit company is seeking a skilled and motivated Switchgear Design Engineer to join our engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, development, and manufacturing oversight of LV/MV switchgear systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and customer specifications. This role requires technical expertise, strong project management skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable power distribution solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Design and Development: Lead the design and engineering of MV switchgear systems, including vacuum circuit breakers, busbars, protective relays, and gas‑insulated switchgear, adhering to IEEE C37.20.2, UL, and EUSERC standards; maintain and refine existing product designs.
Manufacturing Oversight: Collaborate with production teams to oversee the manufacturing process, ensuring efficient assembly, testing, and quality control of switchgear components.
Testing and Compliance: Develop and implement testing protocols, including arc resistance and short‑circuit testing, to ensure product safety and regulatory compliance.
Project Management: Manage end‑to‑end project lifecycles, from concept design to factory acceptance testing, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints.
Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Work closely with sales, procurement, and quality assurance teams to align engineering solutions with customer requirements and market demands.
Safety and Innovation: Champion safety‑first design principles and incorporate innovative technologies to enhance switchgear performance and reliability.
Documentation and Reporting: Prepare detailed technical documentation, including design specifications, test reports, and compliance records, to support manufacturing and regulatory processes.
Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to optimize production processes, reduce costs, and improve product quality through engineering solutions and process enhancements.
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
Experience:
Minimum of 5 years of experience in MV switchgear design, manufacturing, or testing; strong understanding of power distribution systems; familiarity with manufacturers such as Eaton, SQRD, LS, GE/ABB, Powell.
Technical Skills:
Proficiency in MV switchgear components and systems, including circuit breakers, switches, and protective relays; knowledge of industry standards (IEEE, UL, EUSERC) and testing protocols (arc resistance, short‑circuit); experience with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) for electrical design.
Leadership:
Proven ability to lead engineering projects and collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams.
Problem‑Solving:
Strong analytical skills with a focus on innovative and practical solutions for complex technical challenges.
Communication:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical documentation and stakeholder engagement.
Certifications:
Professional Engineer (PE) license or relevant certifications (e.g., IEEE membership) preferred.
Preferred Skills
Experience with gas‑insulated switchgear (GIS), service & commissioning, and smart grid technologies.
Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and process optimization.
Knowledge of emerging trends in power distribution and renewable energy integration, microgrids.
Interested candidates please send resume in Word format. Please reference job code 135860 when responding to this ad.
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Sr. Switchgear Design Engineer Job Overview Fast growing Electrical Circuit company is seeking a skilled and motivated Switchgear Design Engineer to join our engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, development, and manufacturing oversight of LV/MV switchgear systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and customer specifications. This role requires technical expertise, strong project management skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable power distribution solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Design and Development: Lead the design and engineering of MV switchgear systems, including vacuum circuit breakers, busbars, protective relays, and gas‑insulated switchgear, adhering to IEEE C37.20.2, UL, and EUSERC standards; maintain and refine existing product designs.
Manufacturing Oversight: Collaborate with production teams to oversee the manufacturing process, ensuring efficient assembly, testing, and quality control of switchgear components.
Testing and Compliance: Develop and implement testing protocols, including arc resistance and short‑circuit testing, to ensure product safety and regulatory compliance.
Project Management: Manage end‑to‑end project lifecycles, from concept design to factory acceptance testing, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints.
Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Work closely with sales, procurement, and quality assurance teams to align engineering solutions with customer requirements and market demands.
Safety and Innovation: Champion safety‑first design principles and incorporate innovative technologies to enhance switchgear performance and reliability.
Documentation and Reporting: Prepare detailed technical documentation, including design specifications, test reports, and compliance records, to support manufacturing and regulatory processes.
Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to optimize production processes, reduce costs, and improve product quality through engineering solutions and process enhancements.
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
Experience:
Minimum of 5 years of experience in MV switchgear design, manufacturing, or testing; strong understanding of power distribution systems; familiarity with manufacturers such as Eaton, SQRD, LS, GE/ABB, Powell.
Technical Skills:
Proficiency in MV switchgear components and systems, including circuit breakers, switches, and protective relays; knowledge of industry standards (IEEE, UL, EUSERC) and testing protocols (arc resistance, short‑circuit); experience with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) for electrical design.
Leadership:
Proven ability to lead engineering projects and collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams.
Problem‑Solving:
Strong analytical skills with a focus on innovative and practical solutions for complex technical challenges.
Communication:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical documentation and stakeholder engagement.
Certifications:
Professional Engineer (PE) license or relevant certifications (e.g., IEEE membership) preferred.
Preferred Skills
Experience with gas‑insulated switchgear (GIS), service & commissioning, and smart grid technologies.
Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and process optimization.
Knowledge of emerging trends in power distribution and renewable energy integration, microgrids.
Interested candidates please send resume in Word format. Please reference job code 135860 when responding to this ad.
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