Design Engineer

About Us:

Panelmatic, Inc. was founded in 1957 in Youngstown, OH to serve manufacturing industries with the design and build of custom electrical, instrument, and pneumatic control panels. Our business has sufficiently grown over the years to support expansion for our clients. We have produced control packages for many of America's top corporations in the chemical, environmental, food, pulp and paper, rubber, petroleum, pharmaceutical, glass, metals, and utilities industries. We also deliver equipment for use worldwide. Our rigorous methodology assures compliance with domestic and international standards. We can meet the needs of our diverse clientele from start to finish through sales, design, fabrication, testing, and delivery.

Since 1957, we have been known for our high-quality, custom-built control packages, our comprehensive service, and our technological and manufacturing expertise. This expertise assures you of our ability to handle the largest and most complex packages quickly and efficiently.

In 1989, the majority interest of the company was purchased by an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Our employees are also shareholders with dedication and commitment to the long-term success of the company.

Job Summary:

The primary responsibility of a Design Engineer is to design, develop, and implement electrical/control systems and components for various projects. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including other engineers, technicians, and project managers, to ensure the successful delivery of the engineered designs that meet the project requirements

Requirements

Job Duties:

• Create detailed electrical schematics, diagrams, and layouts for power distribution, control systems, and equipment
• Select appropriate electronic components, such as microcontrollers, sensors, amplifiers, and communication interfaces, based on project requirements
• Build and test prototypes of electrical systems and engineered products to validate design concepts and performance
• Conduct thorough testing, analysis, and troubleshooting to identify and resolve any issues or inefficiencies
• Conduct thorough testing and evaluation of products for performance, reliability, and compatibility
• Collaborate with project and product teams to determine electrical requirements and specifications
• Develop project plans and timelines
• Coordinate with other engineers and stakeholders to ensure the integration of electrical systems with overall project design
• Ensure that electrical designs comply with relevant industry standards, codes, and regulations
• Stay updated on the latest electrical engineering practices, technologies, and safety guidelines
• Collaborate with compliance/product/project teams on 3rd party certification process.
• Prepare detailed technical documentation, including design specifications, reports, and manuals
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including mechanical engineers, software developers, product managers, and project managers, to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems
• Communicate effectively with team members and clients to gather requirements, address concerns, and provide progress updates
• Identify opportunities for process optimization, cost reduction, and performance enhancement
• Propose and implement innovative solutions to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of electrical designs

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent experience of 15 years required
• Minor in electrical power or electronic discipline required
• Four to five years of experience in the design field required
• Three to five years of proven experience in electrical design, or a similar engineering role required
• Strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles, circuits, and systems required
• Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software, EPLAN, and electrical design tools required
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations, such as NEC, UL, IEC, and IEEE required
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills required
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously required
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse teams required
• Ability to adapt to changing project requirements and priorities required
• Ability to pass physical, drug, driving, and background check required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with simulation and analysis software such as SKM or ETAP for electrical preferred
• Knowledge of sustainable and energy-efficient design practices preferred
• Familiarity with specific industry applications for energy fields, food processing, mining, power plant-substation, data mining, etc. preferred

Benefits

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, term life, AD&D, STD, LTD,
• 401K, profit sharing, and ESOP contributions
• PTO and paid holidays provided
• Scholarships and paid volunteerism available
• Advancement opportunities
• Competitive wages
• Family-friendly environment with average employee tenure above five years