Lead Electrical Design Engineer – Power & Control Systems

Lead Electrical Design Engineer – Power & Control Systems
Location: Henrico, VA
Job Type: Direct Hire
Salary: Starts at $90,000.00 (Higher Depending on Experience)
Position Summary:

The Lead Electrical Design Engineer – Power & Control Systems designs and supports industrial power distribution and control systems, including electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and system documentation. This role collaborates with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, code-compliant engineering solutions while supporting manufacturing, project execution, and continuous system improvement.

• Design and develop electrical power distribution and control systems for industrial applications

• Create and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, engineering specifications, and bills of materials

• Support both new product development efforts and modifications to existing systems

• Ensure engineering designs comply with applicable electrical codes, standards, and internal design practices

• Provide technical support and guidance to manufacturing, operations, and production personnel

• Maintain organized engineering documentation, drawing revisions, and configuration records

• Collaborate with project teams from order release through manufacturing and final delivery

• Monitor project schedules and support timely completion of engineering deliverables

• Participate in engineering reviews, technical discussions, and project coordination meetings

• Work closely with cross-functional teams to improve system performance, reliability, and design efficiency
• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE required)

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in electrical engineering or power systems design

• U.S. Citizenship required

• Experience with industrial control components including relays, breakers, contactors, and metering devices

• Working knowledge of PLC systems (Siemens PLC experience preferred)

• Proficiency using AutoCAD Electrical (current version)

• Strong understanding of electrical wiring practices, integration methods, and equipment layout

• Familiarity with applicable electrical codes, standards, and regulatory requirements

• Experience working with electromechanical systems and integrated equipment
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capability

• Ability to work independently while managing multiple technical priorities

• Effective written and verbal communication skills

• High attention to detail with a focus on engineering accuracy and documentation quality

• Ability to work effectively in deadline-driven engineering and manufacturing environments