Job Description
We are seeking a versatile, hands-on Electrical Engineer to support and evolve a complex, large-scale inspection system deployed in high-security environments. This role will act as a key contributor—filling a critical gap left by a senior team member—and requires a “jack-of-all-trades” mindset with strong ownership of electrical design, system integration, and documentation.
You will work within a highly experienced team (many with 20+ years tenure) while helping modernize and scale existing systems as part of a major system refactoring initiative.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead electrical design efforts across system-level and subsystem components
• Support reactivation and modernization of a large-scale MEP system (MEP 2.0 initiative)
• Translate ambiguous or high-level requirements into clear electrical designs and subsystem specifications
• Develop system architectures using block diagrams and progressively refine into detailed designs
• Own full documentation lifecycle: schematics, wiring diagrams, BOMs, interface control documents (ICDs), and engineering change requests (ECRs)
• Design and integrate electrical systems including:
• Industrial control panels (NEMA enclosures, DIN rail assemblies)
• PLC-based automation systems (IEC 61131)
• Power distribution, sensors, and data acquisition components
• Integrate COTS components (computers, networks, sensors, cameras, etc.) into cohesive system designs
• Support system-level integration across mechanical, software, and operational domains
• Design test fixtures and support validation activities
• Release designs to manufacturing and support production replication
• Troubleshoot systems using standard lab equipment (oscilloscopes, DMMs, etc.)
System Environment
• Large-scale, fixed inspection systems deployed at border crossings
• Equipment includes sensors, traffic control systems, cameras, and X-ray scanning technologies
• Systems span hundreds of feet and connect to centralized command and operations centers
• Industrial machinery environment with high voltage, hydraulics, and embedded infrastructure
Core Technical Focus
• Electrical system design (analog & digital)
• Industrial controls and machine design
• PCB design (secondary focus; primarily system-level wiring and integration)
• Power systems and distribution
• Data acquisition and instrumentation
• System integration and architecture using COTS components
• Engineering documentation as a primary deliverable
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Required Skills & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 5–8+ years of professional experience in electrical engineering (T3 / mid-senior level)
• Strong background in electrical design and engineering fundamentals
• Experience taking designs from concept through production
• Experience with:
• Schematic design (wiring-focused systems)
• Industrial control panels and PLC programming (IEC 61131 familiarity or Python - computer skills)
• System integration across multiple hardware components
• Ability to work with loosely defined requirements and drive clarity through design
• Comfortable working in environments with:
• High voltage systems
• Heavy machinery and industrial equipment
• X-ray or similar inspection systems
• Strong cross-functional collaboration with mechanical and software teams
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
• Experience with industrial machinery or manufacturing equipment (e.g., injection molding systems, progressive assembly machines ABGs, a machine (not designing one piece of a system)
• Familiarity with radiation detection or X-ray systems
• Embedded or low-level programming (C, VHDL, etc.)
• Experience with scalable system architecture and modular design (e.g., backplanes)
• Power supply design expertise
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.