Electrical Designer - Power Systems / Switchgear

Electrical Designer – Power Systems / Switchgear

Based in the Greater Atlanta, GA area (Relocation Assistance Available)

We're partnered with a leading manufacturer in the high-voltage power industry that is expanding its engineering design team. This is an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Designer with a passion for power systems, control circuits, and electrical drafting to join a collaborative engineering environment focused on innovation and reliability.

About the Role

As an Electrical Designer, you'll take the lead in developing electrical control drawing packages for high-voltage switchgear and power-switching devices. You'll collaborate closely with sales, manufacturing, and quality teams to deliver complete, accurate, and high-quality designs that support project success from concept through completion. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on design work, electrical drafting, and creating solutions that have a direct impact on large-scale power infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and manage electrical control drawing packages for high-voltage switchgear and related systems.
• Apply core electrical drafting and design fundamentals to produce detailed wiring diagrams and schematic sets.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (sales, manufacturing, quality) to ensure timely and accurate project delivery.
• Troubleshoot and resolve wiring or field installation challenges.
• Document engineering changes, maintain project reports, and ensure compliance with ANSI, IEEE, ASTM, AWS, and CSA standards.
• Support order fulfillment, site startups, integration, and training as needed.
• Identify opportunities for design improvements and process optimization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)
• 2+ years of electrical design experience, ideally within switchgear or related power systems
• Strong AutoCAD proficiency
• Solid understanding of electrical control and protection systems
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
• Professional demeanor, punctuality, and eagerness to learn are key traits

Preferred Experience

Candidates from organizations such as Hubbell Power Systems, SEECO, Turner Electric, Hitachi, S&C, Cleveland Price, Pascor, Cooper, Eaton, or ABB are highly encouraged to apply.

What's in It for You

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
• Relocation assistance available for candidates with relevant switchgear experience
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement into senior design roles
• Collaborative, close-knit engineering team with a mix of electrical and mechanical expertise
• Be part of a company designing the next generation of high-voltage disconnect switches that power essential infrastructure

Ideal Candidate Attributes

• Local or relocating to the Atlanta metro area (highly preferred)
• Demonstrates a genuine passion for electrical engineering and design
• Coachable, professional, and detail-oriented
• Excited to contribute to a team that values craftsmanship and innovation

Please send your resume to hmccormick@selectek.net for consideration.