Electrical Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Job Summary:
The Electrical Engineer will design, develop, and test electrical systems and controls for HVAC manufacturing, with a primary focus on electrical starter and control panel design, switchboard fabrication, and plant facility oversight. This role will also oversee DDC controller-based hardware and software configurations, ensure compliance with industry standards, and provide technical support to cross-functional teams. The position requires strong electrical engineering knowledge, hands-on troubleshooting skills, and experience with control systems in HVAC applications.

Key Responsibilities:

· Design and develop electrical starter and control panels, including switchboard fabrication and oversight of manufacturing plant electrical systems.

· Program and configure DDC controller-based hardware and software, ensuring accurate operation sequences for chiller, airside, and package units.

· Prepare design documents, including electrical data, schematics, operation manuals, and technical specifications for new and existing product platforms.

· Review factory orders for compliance with customer requirements, applicable standards, and sound engineering principles.

· Support the installation, testing, and troubleshooting of electrical panels and control systems, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.

· Create and maintain bills of materials (BOM), purchased part specifications, and documentation for special projects and highly customized HVAC products.

· Collaborate with Sales/Marketing, Warranty Service, Quality Control, and Production departments to resolve technical issues and support product development.

· Assist Purchasing with sourcing components and evaluating vendor quality to ensure reliable electrical system performance.

· Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for electrical system issues.

Train and provide guidance to technicians and production staff on electrical systems, control sequences, and troubleshooting procedures.

Qualifications & Skills:

· Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.

· 1–2 years of experience in electrical engineering within HVAC or manufacturing environments; experience with PLC/DDC programming is preferred.

· Strong knowledge of electrical design, control systems, and HVAC-specific applications.

· Familiarity with product safety certification processes (ETL, AHRI) is an advantage.

· Proficient in MS Office and engineering documentation software.

· Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and teamwork skills.

· Effective written and verbal communication abilities.

· Proactive and innovative approach to engineering challenges.

Benefits:

· Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

· 401K Retirement Plan

· PTO after the 90-day period

· Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability are paid 100% by the company

· Ten paid holidays set by the company

Dunham-Bush is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin,

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