Principal Design Engineer

Description

• Review, redline, and approve electrical design packages developed by project engineers, providing constructive feedback and guidance.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to design engineers, fostering professional development and strong engineering fundamentals.
• Act as a subject matter expert on electrical system design, NRTL certifications, and UL/CSA standards (e.g., UL 891, UL 1558, UL 67, IEEE C37.20).
• Collaborate with Sales, Procurement, and Operations to develop and maintain material selections that ensure consistent component availability and manufacturability for designs that will span multiple years of production.
• Provide expert-level troubleshooting and resolution of design or operational issues identified during installation, commissioning, or field service, coordinating with internal teams and customers to implement solutions.
• Identify design and process improvements to enhance quality, manufacturability, and reliability.
• Support Operations, Sales, and Quality teams resolving technical challenges.
• Serve as the technical lead for both low and medium-voltage switchgear projects, ensuring designs meet all applicable standards, customer specifications, and company quality expectations.
• Serve as a technical representative in customer-facing design activities, including design submittal reviews, coordination meetings, and detailed technical discussions related to project scope, interlocking schemes, and control functionality.
• Serve as the primary technical contact for assigned clients or accounts, developing an in-depth understanding of their standards, preferences, and processes.
• Provide engineering leadership across multiple concurrent, business-critical projects.
• Collaborate with Sales and Program/Project Management to define technical requirements and ensure clarity of scope.

Requirements

• Deep understanding of UL, CSA, and IEEE standards governing low- and medium-voltage assemblies.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and documentation skills.
• Expert knowledge of 3-phase electrical power systems, switchgear design, and related protection/control schemes.
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects and coordinate cross-functional efforts.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology diploma (Power Option preferred) or equivalent professional experience preferred.
• Experience and deep understanding of working for/with a Power distribution OEM.
• Strong sense of ownership with a proactive, solution-oriented approach to problem-solving.
• Mentorship mindset — able to coach engineers and influence without direct authority.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Skilled communicator, capable of interfacing effectively with customers, engineers, and leadership.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• Project management experience or exposure to structured project tracking preferred.
• Proficient in AutoCAD or equivalent CAD software
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in electrical design of power systems, switchgear, or related products.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance