Electrical Integration Engineer – Virginia Beach, VA

Electrical Systems Integration Engineer
Location: Virginia Beach, VA
Job Type: Direct Hire
Starting Salary: $80,000/year — higher salary available based on experience
Position Summary
Seeking an Electrical Integration Engineer with hands-on experience in electrical design, installation, and testing. This role supports power-generation equipment and electrical integration within a manufacturing environment, including control wiring, testing, troubleshooting, and production support.

• Support electricians with training on schematic interpretation, electrical installation, testing, and labeling.

• Work with sales and engineering teams on electrical designs, proposals, and specifications while ensuring compliance with the National Electrical Code (NEC) .

• Inspect and functionally test completed equipment before shipment using drawings, specifications, and defined test requirements.

• Identify electrical issues, discrepancies, or defects and coordinate corrections with supervisors and managers.

• Provide technical direction on electrical component design, placement, and layout within equipment enclosures.

• Train employees on safe equipment and tool operation, electrical work methods, and required technical procedures.

• Develop and coordinate cross-training programs covering the electrical aspects of the company's products.

• Determine appropriate work methods and priorities while exercising sound technical judgment.

• Perform electrical calculations related to wiring and equipment load requirements.

• Read and interpret wiring diagrams, electrical schematics, blueprints, layouts, and specifications.

• Develop electrical drawings and Bills of Material (BOMs) and specify appropriate electrical equipment.

• Review third-party electrical materials and equipment required for projects and coordinate their timely receipt and integration.

• Provide technical support and communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, management, and customers.

• Travel to job sites when required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.

• Minimum 3 years of professional experience involving the design, installation, and testing of electrical equipment.

• Strong ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, and blueprints.

• Experience designing and building control panels for basic electromechanical systems.

• Proficiency with electrical test equipment, including:

• Multimeters

• Amp meters

• Functional testing equipment and methods

• Defined indicator testing

• Ability to perform functional and indication testing of electrical equipment.

• Basic programming experience with electrical equipment such as displays, sensors, and HMIs .

• Working knowledge of AC/DC electricity and electrical theory .

• Thorough understanding of the current National Electrical Code (NEC) .

• Strong knowledge of power-generation equipment and related electrical systems, including:

• Generators

• Transformers

• Switchboards

• Controllers

• Circuit breakers

• Motors

• Heating units

• Conduit systems

• Ability to work from written, verbal, and diagram-based instructions.

• Strong professional communication and presentation skills.

• Customer-focused approach with the ability to maintain a professional image.

• Ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Power generation systems

• Electronic controls

• Fuel system integration

• Experience with fuel-system integration is a plus.
• Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments.

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and use a computer for extended periods.

• Ability to communicate effectively with employees, supervisors, and management.

• Ability to travel between local facilities as needed.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

• Some travel to job sites is required.