Electrical Engineer II (Mid-Level)
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Job Title: Electrical Engineer II (Mid-Level)
Location: Richmond, Virginia (Hybrid / Remote Flexibility Available)
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire
Compensation: $80,000 – $120,000
Position Overview
We are seeking an Electrical Engineer II to support the development of reliable and high-performance power distribution equipment. This role is well-suited for someone who is detail-oriented, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced engineering environment.
The selected candidate will contribute to electrical design efforts, documentation, and system validation, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure product quality, safety, and performance.
Job Title: Electrical Engineer II (Mid-Level)
Location: Richmond, Virginia (Hybrid / Remote Flexibility Available)
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire
Compensation: $80,000 – $120,000
Position Overview
We are seeking an Electrical Engineer II to support the development of reliable and high-performance power distribution equipment. This role is well-suited for someone who is detail-oriented, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced engineering environment.
The selected candidate will contribute to electrical design efforts, documentation, and system validation, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure product quality, safety, and performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute electrical design tasks at the product level, including component selection, thermal considerations, mechanical integration support, and interconnect design
- Apply working knowledge of analog and digital circuits, magnetics, and thermal management
- Develop technical specifications and engineering documentation for power protection and distribution systems
- Design switchboard power and control circuitry
- Create and maintain design records, including schematics and bills of materials (BOMs)
- Assist in integrating third-party components into electrical systems
- Support the creation of manufacturing documentation, test plans, and engineering reports
- Provide ongoing engineering support for both new product development and existing systems
- Troubleshoot electrical systems and subsystems through hands-on analysis
- Assist with product certification processes in coordination with NRTL standards (UL, CSA, IEC)
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)
- At least 2 years of experience in electrical design or product development
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (MSEE)
- Experience working with UL 891 switchboards
- Familiarity with engineering change processes (ECNs), BOM management, and documentation systems
- Experience using AutoCAD and ERP platforms
- Hands-on experience with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, and network analyzers
- Knowledge of three-phase power systems and electrical distribution
- Strong technical writing and communication skills
- Proven problem-solving ability in laboratory or testing environments
- Familiarity with UL, CSA, and IEC safety and EMC standards
- Understanding of environmental, reliability, and safety requirements in commercial or industrial application
What Success Looks Like
- Accurate and timely completion of design deliverables
- Well-documented and manufacturable engineering outputs
- Effective collaboration with internal teams
- Strong contribution to product quality, safety, and performance
- Proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement