Sterling Engineering
Electrical Design Engineer
Sterling Engineering, Henrico, VA, United States
Job Description
Summary:
Reporting to the Director of Program Management, this role involves close collaboration with sales, project management, procurement, production, quality assurance, and engineering teams, as well as incorporating customer feedback to create high-quality product designs. The ideal candidate is a skilled problem solver with a strong eye for design, capable of effective teamwork and communication with various engineering disciplines while maintaining project schedules and budgets.
Responsibilities:
Meet Your Recruiter
Alex Galik
Technical Recruiter
Alex Galik is a seasoned Technical Recruiter dedicated to the Utilities Division. With an impressive 6-year tenure at Sterling, Alex's passion lies in helping individuals find fulfilling careers, serving as a job coach to prepare them for interviews, and aiding them in building standout resumes.
As a Technical Recruiter, Alex's deep understanding of the Utilities Division empowers him to connect candidates with positions that match their qualifications and align with their career aspirations. His role extends beyond traditional recruiting, as he plays a vital role in coaching candidates for success.
What Alex enjoys most about his work is the opportunity to make a tangible difference in people's lives. He serves as a job coach, guiding individuals through the interview process and helping them craft resumes highlighting their strengths and experiences. Witnessing candidates transform into confident interviewees and crafting compelling resumes is a source of immense fulfillment.
Alex advises job seekers to target positions that both challenge them and bring happiness. He believes that a fulfilling career isn't just about finding a job; it's about finding a role that continuously stimulates growth and fosters happiness.
As one of the most respected names in engineering staffing, Sterling has hundreds of opportunities with top employers. If you've got a friend or colleague seeking their next move in engineering, we could have their next opportunity. We offer a referral bonus for every referral that we place. Submit referral now.
Summary:
Reporting to the Director of Program Management, this role involves close collaboration with sales, project management, procurement, production, quality assurance, and engineering teams, as well as incorporating customer feedback to create high-quality product designs. The ideal candidate is a skilled problem solver with a strong eye for design, capable of effective teamwork and communication with various engineering disciplines while maintaining project schedules and budgets.
Responsibilities:
- Develop electrical designs for critical power systems ranging from standard to highly complex.
- Meet with stakeholders to gather requirements for new or existing electrical products and systems.
- Collaborate with engineers and CAD designers on various engineering projects.
- Create user-friendly operation and maintenance manuals.
- Validate tests using manual procedures, testing tools, and database queries as required.
- Foster strong cross-functional relationships with design engineers, the quality department, and production teams.
- Work with the quality team to assess quality metrics and analyze current product designs and production times.
- Promote a culture of electrical safety within the department and across the company.
- Build and test prototypes, analyzing results to guide improvements.
- Provide support throughout the production process to ensure design specifications are met.
- Troubleshoot and propose solutions for any manufacturing issues that arise.
- Produce and deliver key project documents, including technical support files, inter-departmental communications, Bills of Materials (BOMs), production drawings and instructions, test plans, and operation and maintenance manuals.
- Manage change control processes.
- Be available for occasional travel and non-standard business hours as required.
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
- 2 to 4 years of electrical design experience, preferably in critical power distribution, switchgear, or similar fields.
- Familiarity with UL standards, including UL 891, UL 1558, UL 67, UL 857, UL 1008, and UL 62368/60950, is preferred.
- Ability to interpret electrical system diagrams, blueprints, and schematics, and perform troubleshooting per Test Engineer documentation when needed.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical or similar software, and MS Office applications.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask effectively.
Meet Your Recruiter
Alex Galik
Technical Recruiter
Alex Galik is a seasoned Technical Recruiter dedicated to the Utilities Division. With an impressive 6-year tenure at Sterling, Alex's passion lies in helping individuals find fulfilling careers, serving as a job coach to prepare them for interviews, and aiding them in building standout resumes.
As a Technical Recruiter, Alex's deep understanding of the Utilities Division empowers him to connect candidates with positions that match their qualifications and align with their career aspirations. His role extends beyond traditional recruiting, as he plays a vital role in coaching candidates for success.
What Alex enjoys most about his work is the opportunity to make a tangible difference in people's lives. He serves as a job coach, guiding individuals through the interview process and helping them craft resumes highlighting their strengths and experiences. Witnessing candidates transform into confident interviewees and crafting compelling resumes is a source of immense fulfillment.
Alex advises job seekers to target positions that both challenge them and bring happiness. He believes that a fulfilling career isn't just about finding a job; it's about finding a role that continuously stimulates growth and fosters happiness.
- 262-825-8631
- agalik@sterling-engineering.com
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As one of the most respected names in engineering staffing, Sterling has hundreds of opportunities with top employers. If you've got a friend or colleague seeking their next move in engineering, we could have their next opportunity. We offer a referral bonus for every referral that we place. Submit referral now.