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The company seeks a hands‑on Electrical Engineer to support the launch and growth of a switchgear manufacturing operation in Prince George, VA, focusing on manufacturing, testing, installation, troubleshooting, and commissioning of switchgear, control panels, E‑Houses, and power distribution equipment.
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We’re seeking a hands-on Electrical Engineer to support the launch and growth of a switchgear manufacturing operation in Prince George, VA. This is not a product design role. The focus is on supporting switchgear, control panels, E-Houses, and power distribution equipment through manufacturing, testing, installation, troubleshooting, and commissioning.
The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience working with industrial electrical equipment and can confidently read schematics, solve electrical problems, support manufacturing teams, and make practical engineering recommendations with minimal oversight.
Key Responsibilities Support manufacturing, testing, installation, and commissioning of switchgear, control panels, and power distribution equipment. Read and troubleshoot electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, one-lines, and equipment layouts. Identify and resolve electrical, manufacturing, quality, and installation issues. Perform root cause analysis and recommend corrective actions. Partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Production, Operations, and leadership teams. Serve as a key technical resource for the facility and help establish best practices as the operation grows.
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Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field. 5+ years of experience in Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Power Systems, Industrial Equipment, or Field Engineering. Experience with at least one of the following: Switchgear Medium- or high-voltage systems Control panels Power distribution equipment E-Houses/modular electrical systems Strong schematic interpretation and electrical troubleshooting skills. Experience supporting equipment in manufacturing, industrial, construction, installation, or field environments. Ability to work independently and make sound technical decisions. Switchgear manufacturing or power distribution systems. Field installation, startup, commissioning, or testing. Manufacturing-floor support for complex electrical equipment. Failure investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives. Experience launching new manufacturing operations or production lines.
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].
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