Electrical Integration Engineer – Power Systems

Electrical Integration Engineer - Power Systems

Location: Virginia Beach, VA

Job Type: Direct Hire

Salary: Starting at $80,000/year; higher starting salaries may be available based on experience.

Position Overview

We are seeking an Electrical Integration Engineer to support the design, assembly, testing, and integration of electrical systems for power-generation equipment. This role works closely with production, sales engineering, and other technical teams to ensure electrical installations meet drawings, specifications, safety requirements, and NEC standards.

The ideal candidate has hands-on knowledge of electrical schematics, control wiring, testing, and power-generation equipment, along with the ability to provide technical direction and training to production personnel.

Responsibilities

• Review electrical designs, schematics, specifications, and layouts for accuracy and NEC compliance.
• Support electrical design, proposals, and specification requirements in coordination with Sales Engineering.
• Develop electrical drawings and Bills of Material (BOMs) and specify appropriate electrical equipment.
• Establish recommended methods for electrical component design, arrangement, and installation within equipment enclosures.
• Guide and train electricians and production employees on schematic interpretation, installation, testing, labeling, equipment operation, and safe work practices.
• Develop and coordinate cross-training for production employees covering the electrical aspects of the product line.
• Inspect and functionally test completed equipment before shipment using product drawings and specifications.
• Identify discrepancies, defects, or installation issues and coordinate corrections with Supervisors and Managers.
• Review incoming third-party materials and confirm electrical requirements, expected delivery, and required integration work.
• Perform electrical load calculations and other standard computations related to wiring and equipment requirements.
• Read and work from drawings, layouts, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and schematics to determine proper installation methods.
• Provide technical guidance on electrical work methods, priorities, tools, and equipment.
• Use electronic test equipment to perform functional and indication testing and basic programming of displays, sensors, and HMIs.
• Assist with resolving technical issues and discrepancies before equipment is shipped.
• Exercise sound judgment when establishing work methods and priorities.
• Travel to job sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering field.
• Minimum 3 years of professional experience involving electrical equipment design, installation, and testing.
• Strong ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and engineering blueprints.
• Experience designing and building control panels for basic electro-mechanical systems.
• Proficiency with electrical test equipment and testing methods, including multimeters, ammeters, and functional testing with defined indicators.
• Knowledge of AC/DC electricity and electrical theory.
• Thorough understanding of National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements.
• Strong knowledge of power-generation equipment, including generators, transformers, switchboards, controllers, circuit breakers, motors, heating units, and conduit systems.
• Ability to perform basic programming of electrical equipment such as displays, sensors, and HMIs.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Professional communication skills and ability to work effectively with coworkers, customers, supervisors, and management.
• Strong customer-service skills and professional presence.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to follow written, verbal, and diagram-based instructions.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Willingness to work in both office and manufacturing environments.
• Some travel to job sites and between local facilities is required.

Work Environment

• Combination of office and manufacturing environments.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and use a computer for extended periods.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with employees, supervisors, and management.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced manufacturing setting while maintaining attention to detail.

Preferred: Knowledge of fuel system integration and experience with power-generation controls and systems.