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Electrical Systems Integration Engineer

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Summary

An electrical integration engineer supporting power-generation equipment manufacturing in Virginia Beach: reviewing and creating electrical drawings and BOMs, wiring and testing control panels, troubleshooting defects before shipment, and training production staff. Core skills are schematic interpretation, NEC compliance, AC/DC theory, and hands-on testing with multimeters and ammeters.

Electrical Systems Integration Engineer

Location: Virginia Beach, VA
Job Type: Direct Hire
Starting Salary: $80,000/year — higher salary available based on experience

Position Summary

Seeking an Electrical Integration Engineer with hands-on experience in electrical design, installation, and testing. This role supports power-generation equipment and electrical integration within a manufacturing environment, including control wiring, testing, troubleshooting, and production support.

Responsibilities

  • Review electrical schematics, blueprints, layouts, and specifications for installation and assembly.
  • Develop electrical drawings, Bills of Material (BOMs), and equipment specifications.
  • Support electrical design proposals and ensure compliance with the National Electrical Code (NEC).
  • Inspect and functionally test completed equipment before shipment; identify and correct defects or discrepancies.
  • Perform load calculations and other standard electrical computations.
  • Guide electricians and production employees on schematic reading, installation, testing, labeling, and safe work practices.
  • Establish and maintain standard methods for electrical component design and enclosure layout.
  • Provide technical support and hands-on training to production personnel.
  • Develop and coordinate electrical cross-training programs.
  • Review third-party project materials and coordinate electrical requirements and timing.
  • Work with customers and internal teams to resolve electrical issues before equipment ships.
  • Apply appropriate work methods and priorities while managing multiple tasks.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering field.
  • 3+ years of experience designing, installing, and testing electrical equipment.
  • Strong ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, and blueprints.
  • Experience using electronic test equipment, including multimeters and ammeters, and performing functional/indication testing.
  • Ability to design and build control panels for basic electro-mechanical systems.
  • Basic programming experience with electrical equipment such as displays, sensors, and HMIs.
  • Strong understanding of AC/DC electricity and electrical theory.
  • Thorough knowledge of power-generation equipment, including generators, transformers, switchboards, controllers, circuit breakers, motors, heating units, and conduit systems.
  • Current knowledge of NEC requirements.
  • Experience with fuel system integration is a plus.
  • Strong written, verbal, presentation, and customer communication skills.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, customers, and management.
  • Some travel to job sites is required.

Work Environment

  • Combination of office and manufacturing environments.
  • Must be able to sit, stand, walk, and use a computer for extended periods.
  • Ability to travel between local facilities as needed.
  • Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing setting while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

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