Electrical Design Engineer

MBS Pro Staffing

Houston, TX

Full-Time

Job Description

MBS is hiring Electrical Design Engineer in Houston, TX. This position is a full-time, direct hire opportunity.

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Calculate wire sizes/overload protection for any model crane up to 800 volts D.C. and up to 4160 volts A.C. from schematics or other information provided by customer specifications by using appropriate electrical codes.
Participate in resolving manufacturing problems (shop or field) by working with other engineers and service technicians, along with persons in other departments, to research and define problems, research, and prepare solutions by properly communicating with the necessary personnel.
Prepare single line diagrams/panel layouts and interconnect drawings by using schematics or information provided by customer.
Size and specify selected purchase components/BOMs by reviewing our companies’ standards, vendor information and by utilizing knowledge of products.
Provide input to design improvements by providing information to the chief engineer that shows improved functions and/or cost reduction.
Modify/improve existing circuit designs due to field problems, material obsolescence, or other reasons as defined by managers and customers.
Design electrical controls for motors and drives, etc. by utilizing knowledge of product, applicable electrical codes, and clearances.
Develop connection/cable diagrams, and general arrangement drawings by utilizing knowledge of products, applicable electrical codes.
Be able to travel to sites to attend meetings or trouble shoot a control system if a major problem occurs.

REQUIREMENTS

3 to 5 years of electrical engineering/drafting experience (AutoCAD 2016 or Zuken E3), PLC and HMI programming experience, and experience in setting up variable frequency drives preferred. Rockwell, Siemens or Danfoss PLC/VFD programming experience preferred.
Knowledgeable with using and applying the NEC electrical code.

ABOUT THE KABLE GROUP

For over 50 years, The Kable Group has been committed to connecting candidates looking for reliable work opportunities with companies in need of workforce solutions. We leverage our expertise in core industries to ensure that the needs of our clients and our candidates alike are satisfied. Whether it’s a professional position, skilled labor need, or an education opportunity, The Kable Group’s suite of solutions caters to finding the right fit, every time.

At the Kable Group, we do not just accept diversity — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it. Read our full diversity statement here.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and the employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and other management as required.