Electrical Engineer

Company: Birch Hill Recruiting LLC
Location: Saint Paul
Posted on: February 10, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Electrical Engineer Confidential Search Location: St. Paul, MN Employment Type: Full-Time Work Model: On-site Salary Range: $85,000 – $95,000 Position Overview A confidential manufacturer of automated industrial machinery is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design, document, and support electrical systems for custom-built machines. This role spans design, controls collaboration, and hands-on production support. You’ll own electrical designs from concept through release and support builds on the floor—and occasionally in the field. If you’re looking for a theory-only role with no manufacturing exposure, this is not it. Key Responsibilities Electrical Design & Engineering Analyze machine functionality and develop electrical functional specifications Design complete electrical systems for custom machinery Select appropriate electrical and electronic components Design electrical control panel layouts Develop schematics, drawings, and supporting documentation Maintain and document electrical standards for panel construction and machine assembly Independently manage schedules to meet design and release deadlines Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with controls programmers to ensure electrical designs meet machine requirements Support assembly and service teams with electrical debugging during machine builds Assist service teams with field troubleshooting via phone or on-site as needed Contribute to service and operating manual development Escalate machine or plant safety concerns immediately Product Development & Support Support R&D efforts for new products and machine concepts Assist controls engineers with software testing for new designs Drive continuous improvement in electrical design standards Perform additional duties as required to support engineering and production Required Qualifications Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering OR Associate degree with 5 years of hands-on experience in electrical controls systems Experience with automated or industrial machinery strongly preferred Technical Skills Strong ability to read, analyze, and troubleshoot electrical schematics Working knowledge of: National Electric Code (NEC) NFPA 79 UL 508A Experience with: Electrical panel design Mechatronics and machine control sensing Servo sizing and motion-related components Proficiency with AutoCAD Familiarity with SolidWorks preferred Comfortable using Microsoft Office and engineering tools Professional Competencies Detail-oriented with strong documentation discipline Self-directed and effective with minimal supervision Practical, production-minded problem solver Clear communicator across engineering, assembly, and service teams Calm and effective under deadline pressure Physical & Work Requirements Primarily office-based with extended computer work On-site presence required approximately 80% of the workweek Periodic work on the assembly floor or at customer sites Exposure to industrial environments, tools, noise, dust, chemicals, and temperature variation Estimated travel: ~10% Tools & Equipment Standard office equipment (computer, printer, phone, copier) Basic hand tools (wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, voltmeter) ? Bottom Line This role rewards engineers who design with manufacturing reality in mind. If you want ownership, visibility, and real-world impact—this is a solid seat. If you want to hide behind theory, pass.

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