Senior Electrical Engineer

At Lincoln Electric Products Co. Inc., we specialize in the design, manufacture, and distribution of custom equipment tailored to meet the specific applications and requirements of our customers. Our product range includes panelboards (up to 2000A), service and distribution switchboards (up to 8000A), generator connection boxes, generator output switchboards, and single and double-ended substations. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, custom-designed solutions that address the unique needs of our clients across various industries.

About the role

Lincoln Electric Products is seeking an Electrical Engineer with direct experience in switchgear or switchboard manufacturing. This role is responsible for designing, developing, and supporting the production of low-voltage switchboards (UL 891), panelboards (UL 67), and control panels (UL 508A). The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience creating panel layouts and wiring diagrams used directly in a manufacturing environment and will be capable of contributing quickly in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with minimal onboarding. This full-time, exempt position reports directly to the Manager of Electrical Engineering.

Working conditions: Primarily office-based with regular interaction on the manufacturing floor.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop low-voltage switchgear and switchboards for manufacturing using computer-aided design (AutoCAD) software.
• Create detailed electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and control diagrams to be used in the manufacturing process.
• Participate in the selection and specification of switchgear components, including circuit breakers, contactors, transformers, and other elements.
• Perform breaker coordination, load calculations, and kAIC analysis.
• Support busbar sizing, layout, and thermal considerations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve wiring, layout, and component issues during production.
• Review and improve existing designs for efficiency, manufacturability, and cost optimization.
• Collaborate directly with mechanical engineers, manufacturing/assembly teams, and technicians to support builds and ensure electrical systems are properly integrated with mechanical systems.
• Stay up to date with industry standards, best practices, and new technologies related to switchgear design and manufacturing.
• Ensure designs comply with UL 891 (switchboards), UL 67 (panelboards), UL 508A (control panels), and the National Electric Code (NEC).

Requirements

• Direct experience working for a switchgear or switchboard manufacturing company (required).
• Proven experience designing switchgear/switchboards that are manufactured and assembled in a production environment.
• Experience designing equipment that is directly built and assembled in a manufacturing facility.
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical design software.
• Experience creating wiring diagrams and panel layouts for manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of UL standards (UL 891, UL 508A) and NEC codes.
• Experience supporting production or shop floor troubleshooting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with CNC equipment, industrial machinery, or automation systems.
• Familiarity with busbar design and power distribution systems.
• Experience collaborating with manufacturing and production teams.
• Exposure to continuous improvement/lean manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of PLC and HMI systems and PLC Ladder Logic programming (Codesys or similar).
• Experience with switchgear from manufacturers such as Eaton, Schneider Electric, Siemens, ABB, Powell, or similar.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.