Electrical Integration Engineer I
Location: Virginia Beach, VA
Job Type: Full-Time
Starting Salary: $80,000/year (Higher compensation available based on experience)
Position Summary
We are seeking an Electrical Integration Engineer I to support the design, installation, testing, and integration of electrical systems used in power-generation equipment and industrial enclosures. This role combines engineering, troubleshooting, production support, and technical guidance.
The ideal candidate is experienced with electrical schematics, control wiring, power-generation equipment, and electrical testing, with the ability to identify and resolve issues before equipment is shipped.
Key Responsibilities
- Review electrical designs, schematics, drawings, layouts, and specifications for production requirements and NEC compliance.
- Develop electrical drawings, bills of material (BOMs), and equipment specifications.
- Support electrical design and proposal requirements with Sales Engineering.
- Provide guidance and training to electricians on schematic interpretation, installation, testing, labeling, and safe work practices.
- Establish and communicate standard approaches for electrical component layout and installation.
- Inspect and test completed equipment using drawings, specifications, and defined test procedures.
- Identify electrical discrepancies and coordinate corrective actions with production leadership.
- Perform load calculations and standard electrical computations.
- Read and interpret wiring diagrams, blueprints, layouts, and technical specifications.
- Review incoming third-party electrical materials and coordinate requirements for their integration.
- Support cross-training of production personnel on electrical systems and processes.
- Provide technical assistance with electrical troubleshooting, installation, and testing.
- Provide on-the-job technical guidance related to equipment, tools, and work methods.
- Use initiative to establish appropriate work methods and priorities.
- Support customer and job-site technical needs as required.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- Minimum 3 years of experience involving the design, installation, and testing of electrical equipment.
- Strong ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, engineering drawings, blueprints, and wiring diagrams.
- Experience designing and building control panels for basic electromechanical systems.
- Proficiency with electrical test equipment and testing methods, including multimeters, amp meters, functional testing, and defined indicators.
- Understanding of AC/DC electricity and electrical theory.
- Working knowledge of the current National Electrical Code (NEC).
- Strong understanding of power-generation equipment, including:
- Generators
- Transformers
- Switchboards
- Controllers
- Circuit breakers
- Motors
- Heating units
- Conduit systems
- Ability to perform basic programming of electrical equipment such as displays, sensors, and HMIs.
- Ability to follow written, verbal, and diagram-based instructions.
- Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.
- Professional customer communication and relationship skills.
- Ability to work effectively with engineering, production, electrical, and management teams.
- Strong organization and attention to detail.
- Willingness to travel to job sites as needed.
Preferred
- Experience with power-generation systems, electronics controls, and fuel-system integration.
- Experience troubleshooting and integrating electrical systems in manufacturing environments.
- Experience providing technical training or guidance to electricians and production personnel.
Work Environment
- Work is performed in both office and manufacturing environments.
- Requires periods of sitting, standing, walking, computer use, and hands-on equipment work.
- Ability to communicate effectively with employees, supervisors, and management.
- Ability to travel between local facilities when needed.
- Must be able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
