Electrical Engineer (Level III–IV) – Electromechanical Systems

Location: Atlanta, GA or Milwaukee, WI

Travel: 25–35%

Overview

Our client is seeking a senior-level Electrical Engineer – Electromechanical Systems to support complex automation and material-handling systems . This role focuses on low-voltage and controls-oriented electrical design , including sensors, power supplies, panel internals, and integration with PLC and mechanical systems. This position will play a critical role in scaling the organization’s engineering capabilities.

Candidates from industrial automation, manufacturing, automotive, food & beverage, pharmaceutical, or heavy manufacturing environments are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

Electromechanical System Design

• Design low-voltage electrical systems including 24V/48VDC power, control circuits, sensors, actuators, safety devices, and I/O networks .
• Engineer panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and terminal plans for automation equipment.
• Integrate electrical designs with PLCs, HMIs, motion systems, servos, and VFDs .

Device Specification & Standards

• Specify power supplies, I/O devices, sensors, relays, safety components, terminal blocks, and industrial networking hardware .
• Develop and maintain customer-specific electrical standards for major enterprise clients.
• Support AutoCAD Electrical development , including macros, libraries, and drawing automation.

Field & Commissioning Support

• Support system installation and debugging on site.
• Provide advanced troubleshooting on controls power, signal integrity, and device performance.
• Produce redlines, as-builts, and final documentation.

Collaboration & Leadership

• Partner with controls, mechanical, and manufacturing teams to ensure complete system integration.
• Mentor junior engineers and support peer technical reviews.
• Participate in customer design reviews and technical discussions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Level III: 5–7 years of experience in industrial electrical or automation design.
• Level IV: 8+ years of experience, including leadership on complex or multi-system automation projects.
• Background in automation, manufacturing, or industrial systems preferred.

Required Skills

• Fluency in AutoCAD Electrical (technical testing required).
• Strong experience with schematics, panel layouts, and low-voltage system design .
• Familiarity with PLCs, industrial sensors, field devices, and power supplies .
• Knowledge of UL, NEC, IEC, and NFPA standards.
• Ability to travel 25–35%.