Lead Shop Engineer
On-site · Houston, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Lead the design of electrical control panels, including motor starters, VFDs, and auxiliary controls; develop schematics and layouts using AutoCAD and EPLAN; specify components and create bills of materials; act as the primary engineering resource for the shop and mentor engineers; perform quality checks to ensure design adherence; establish engineering standards and documentation practices; collaborate with engineers, technicians, and leadership to ensure successful project execution; identify improvements to enhance efficiency, cost, and build quality; support project scoping and provide input on technical requirements and feasibility.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
- Proven experience in control systems design and control panel design
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or EPLAN for creating schematics and layout drawings
- Strong knowledge of electrical components and their specifications
- Experience in specifying components and creating bills of material
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Knowledge of UL508A standards and requirements preferred
- Experience with PLC programming and system design is a plus
- Prior experience working in a panel shop environment is ideal
- Familiarity with products and components from major manufacturers such as ABB, Rockwell, Danfoss, and SEL
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