Our client, headquartered in Newton County, GA, is seeking a skilled and experienced Electrical Engineer to join their team. The ideal candidate should possess a solid background in electrical design, electrical systems, and troubleshooting, with basic PLC’s understanding.

A crucial requirement for this role is a deep understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and Underwriters Laboratories (UL) standards. This knowledge allows the electrical engineer to properly size wires, breakers, and motors based on specific load demands. Considerations such as ampacity, voltage, ambient temperature, motor horsepower, and relevant safety factors outlined in the codes must be taken into account to ensure correct circuit design and protection against overcurrent conditions.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Experience with R&D and NPD projects.
• Accurately design Electrical Schematics for custom HVAC equipment.
• Create Ladder Logic Electrical designs in CAD.
• Apply NEC & UL requirements to electrical designs.
• Design electrical systems and specify components within systems, including Motors, Circuit breakers, Contactors, Relays, VFD's, Controllers; etc.
• Present selected systems components in Excel BOM to the Purchasing Department for procurement.
• Involvement with writing procedures and production standards.
• Capturing continuous improvement needs and creating action plans.
• Assist field service & customers with technical questions & engineering support.
• Travel to customer's site as required (5%).
• Work with a fast-growing cross functional engineering team.

Basic Qualifications:

• Experience as an Electrical Designer with expertise in electrical drawing creation.
• AutoCAD 2D on the job experience.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills.
• Self-motivated, engaged, team-oriented, and strategic thinker with the ability to work independently under minimal supervision.
• A passion for doing quality work with a high attention to detail.
• Ability to think critically, innovate, and solve challenging technical problems.
• Capacity to handle pressure and deadlines.
• Foster a positive working environment.
• Desire and ability to learn PLC programming in Automation Direct PLC products (Direct LOGIC Software) and learn to use Carel (Primary HVAC PLC design tool)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Electrical Engineering (EE/EET) Degree from accredited college or university
• 3+ years on the job experience using AutoCAD
• Experience with SolidWorks Electrical or AutoCAD Electrical (2D/3D) or EPLAN.
• Familiarity with PLC and/or control and automation systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint
• LEAN, 6S and problem-solving experience
• Working knowledge of HVAC or refrigeration systems

Job Type: Full-time

Experience: 3+ years

Benefits: 401K matching, Health Insurance, PTO, sick time leave, professional development assistance, team building events, team lunches, bonuses/awards given based on individual and company performance, 4-day work week.

Hours: Mon – Thurs / 6AM - 5PM (40 hours). Overtime expected when required. Onsite work. Travel is rare (10%).

Work Authorization: US Citizen or permanent resident holder.