Senior electrical engineer

Job Title: Senior Electrical Engineer

Client: TempAVeteran
Location: El Dorado Hills, CA, United States (Onsite)
Job Type: Direct Hire (Full-Time)

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design, development, documentation, and testing of factory automation systems.

This role involves working on complex industrial projects, including PLC-based control systems, robotics, Ethernet communication, and power distribution. The ideal candidate will play a key role in integrating various industrial components and supporting the development of innovative automation solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with management and engineering teams to define system requirements and specifications
• Design and develop electrical systems for new and existing factory automation solutions
• Create and capture electrical schematics for circuits, panels, enclosures, and cabling
• Utilize CAD tools to design electrical subsystems and generate detailed assembly documentation
• Select and integrate PLC components into automation systems per standards
• Support PLC programming in collaboration with software development teams
• Ensure designs meet safety, reliability, and cost-effectiveness standards
• Troubleshoot and debug systems in collaboration with cross-functional teams
• Support technicians during system assembly and implementation
• Continuously improve design processes, tools, and methodologies
• Stay updated with industry trends, technologies, and regulatory requirements
• Provide technical support and training to internal teams
• Manage vendor relationships for sourcing components and technical services

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Minimum 4+ years of experience in electrical engineering within factory automation or industrial system integration
• Strong experience designing and integrating PLC-based control systems
• Experience integrating industrial machinery and safety components into automation systems
• Proficiency in electrical schematic design tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Microsoft Visio, or similar)
• Proficiency in mechanical CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor)
• Hands-on experience with oscilloscopes and logic analyzers
• Strong understanding of electrical assemblies, panels, enclosures, and cabling
• Experience working with vendors for component selection and support
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to learn and apply new technologies quickly
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Key Skills

• Electrical Engineering
• Factory Automation & Industrial System Integration
• PLC Control Systems
• AutoCAD / Microsoft Visio
• SolidWorks / Autodesk Inventor
• Electrical Design & CAD Modeling

Work Environment & Additional Information

• Onsite role based in El Dorado Hills, CA
• Collaborative, cross-functional engineering environment
• Opportunity to work on advanced automation and industrial systems