Electrical Design Engineer

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Sterling Engineering
Professional engineering firm delivering technical recruitment, IT solutions & engineered project services.
Design and develop critical power distribution electrical systems and support production.
9 days ago ago
$85,000 - $110,000
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Richmond, VA
Onsite
Company Size
468 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering Project Services
Technical Recruitment
Information Technology Solutions
Product Design
Process Design
Machine Design
HVAC
Electrical
Sector Specialisms
Agriculture
Construction
Locomotive
Mining
Off-road Vehicle
Automation & Robotics
Utilities
Renewable Energy
Role
What you would be doing
prototype build
test validation
electrical design
bom management
safety culture
stakeholder requirements

Electrical Design Engineers collaborate with sales, project management, procurement, production, quality assurance, and other engineering teams, as well as incorporating customer feedback to create high-quality power distribution product designs.

  • Foster strong cross-functional relationships with design engineers, the quality department, and production teams.
  • Work with the quality team to assess quality metrics and analyze current product designs and production times.
  • Build and test prototypes, analyzing results to guide improvements.
  • Validate tests using manual procedures, testing tools, and database queries as required.
  • Collaborate with engineers and CAD designers on various engineering projects.
  • Provide support throughout the production process to ensure design specifications are met.
  • Create user-friendly operation and maintenance manuals.
  • Produce and deliver key project documents, including technical support files, inter-departmental communications, Bills of Materials (BOMs), production drawings and instructions, test plans, and operation and maintenance manuals.
  • Develop electrical designs for critical power systems ranging from standard to high complexity.
  • Promote a culture of electrical safety within the department and across the company.
  • Meet with stakeholders to gather requirements for new or existing electrical products and systems.
  • Troubleshoot and propose solutions for any manufacturing issues that arise.
What you bring
ul standards
electrical engineering
electrical design
autocad electrical
ms office
organizational

Richmond, VA (Hybrid; 2/3 days a week)

  • Familiarity with UL standards, including UL 891, UL 1558, UL 67, UL 857, UL 1008, and UL 62368/60950, is preferred.
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering
  • Electrical design experience, preferably in critical power distribution, switchgear, or similar fields.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical or similar software, and MS Office applications.
  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask effectively.
  • Ability to interpret electrical system diagrams, blueprints, and schematics, and perform troubleshooting per Test Engineer documentation when needed.
Benefits

Target Starting Salary: $85,000-$110,000/year (+10% Annual Bonus)

Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
$60.9M Revenue
Annual Revenues
Generated from engineering consulting and recruitment services.
90% Repeat
Client Retention Rate
Achieved through a unique ESOP structure focused on client success.
  • Founded in 1969 in Westchester, Illinois, the firm has evolved from a local recruiter to a national engineering and IT staffing company.
  • They combine engineering consulting and project services with a strong technical recruitment arm.
  • They deliver managed engineering teams and custom IT solutions for IoT, security, QA automation, and more.
  • They specialize in serving verticals like energy, utilities, life sciences, food & beverage, and manufacturing.
Culture + Values
50 Years
Established Success
The company's culture, creativity, and engagement have driven success over five decades.
  • Respect for employees, clients, partners, and our planet.
  • Foster both a top‑down and a grassroots approach.
  • Build trust between team members and other stakeholders.
  • Create workplaces where all are respected and everyone feels empowered to express their creativity.
Environment + Sustainability
293.76 kW Solar PV
Barkhamsted Facility Solar System
Installation of a large-scale solar photovoltaic system to reduce energy costs and environmental impact.
$1.6M Savings
Solar PV Electricity Savings
Projected cost savings over 20 years from the Barkhamsted solar PV system.
Net-zero by 2040
Emissions Target
A commitment to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.
  • Published 2025 Sustainability Report 'Building Tomorrow Today' highlighting sustainability‑focused initiatives and integration of environmental responsibility into operations.
  • Integration of EC3 tool for full project‑life carbon estimating (A1‑A5, B1‑B6, C1‑C4) enabling accurate embodied carbon assessments.
  • Commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions; measures include renewable energy integration, low‑carbon concrete, water conservation, and carbon footprint reduction.
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Culture underpinned by respect and trust-building, striving for workplaces where everyone feels empowered to express creativity.
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