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Industrial Electric Manufacturing

Applications Design Engineer

Jacksonville, Florida, United States; Tualatin, Oregon, United States; US - Remote (Remote)$120k–$180kmidAdded today

About this role

IEM seeks an Applications Design Engineer to provide pre-order engineering support for low and medium voltage switchgear systems, collaborating with sales and design teams to develop custom power distribution solutions. The role combines technical expertise in three-phase power systems, automation, and communications with hands-on design work using CAD and industry standards.

What you'll do

  • Develop preliminary drawings, communication diagrams, sequences of operation, and bills of materials for customer orders
  • Review customer specifications and scope of work to ensure alignment with product capabilities before handoff to design teams
  • Collaborate with design, mechanical, and production teams to engineer solutions for unique applications
  • Provide technical training on IEM products and applications to internal and external stakeholders
  • Ensure designs comply with NEC, UL, and IEEE standards and codes
  • Build and maintain libraries of standard design details, tools, and CAD resources

What they're looking for

  • Electrical engineering (BSEE or equivalent)
  • AutoCAD design and drafting
  • Switchgear design and application engineering
  • PLC and HMI programming
  • Three-phase power systems and distribution
  • Communications protocols (Ethernet, Modbus, IEC 61850)
  • Power studies and protection coordination
  • UL and IEEE standards knowledge

Benefits

  • Competitive salary based on location and experience
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Remote, Tualatin (OR), and Jacksonville (FL) location options
  • Professional growth and development opportunities
  • Collaborative team environment
  • Impact on complex, industry-leading projects
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Industrial Electric Manufacturing

Industrial Electric Manufacturing designs and manufactures electrical distribution systems including switchgear, switchboards, and panelboards for low and medium voltage applications. The company is hiring Test Engineers, Switchgear Engineers, Supplier Quality Engineers, Sales Engineers, and R&D Mechanical Engineers to support product development, quality assurance, vendor management, and sales operations.

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Likely interview questions

  • Walk us through your experience designing or supporting switchgear applications—what was the most complex project you've worked on?
  • How have you ensured compliance with NEC, UL, and IEEE standards in previous roles, and which standards are most relevant to your experience?
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