Electrical Project Engineer (Panels / Controls) jobs in United States
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Sterling Engineering ยท 19 hours ago

Electrical Project Engineer (Panels / Controls)

positionLibertyville, IL
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$100K/yr - $120K/yr
date5+ years exp

Sterling Engineering is a contract manufacturer specializing in precision fabrication and integrated electromechanical assemblies, and they are seeking an Electrical Project Engineer to support the design, build, and validation of industrial electrical and control systems. This role involves leading the assembly of industrial control panels and providing technical support to manufacturing operations.

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Responsibilities

Lead and oversee the assembly of industrial control panels, including component placement, wire routing, and overall build quality
Provide technical support to manufacturing operations, including assistance with equipment setup, operation, and troubleshooting
Develop and execute functional, continuity, and validation testing for electrical systems and panels
Identify root causes of wiring or system issues and implement corrective actions to ensure compliance and performance
Collaborate with engineering, fabrication, and assembly teams to support efficient, compliant, and repeatable electrical builds

Qualification

Electrical EngineeringUL MTR CertificationReading Electrical SchematicsManufacturing ExperienceUsing Electrical Test EquipmentDeveloping Work Instructions

Required

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and applicable experience
Active UL Manufacturers Technical Representative (MTR) certification, or the demonstrated ability to successfully complete the UL certification process
At least five years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment with hands-on electrical responsibilities
Strong ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, specifications, and blueprints
Experience developing clear, operator-level work instructions aligned to product and process requirements
Proficiency using hand tools and electrical test equipment, including multimeters

Company

Sterling Engineering

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Sterling Engineering is an engineering company providing technical recruitment and engineering project services.
dateFounded in 1969
location
Westchester, Illinois, USA
people-size501-1000 employees
web-link
http://sterling-engineering.com

H1B Sponsorship

Sterling Engineering has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (3)
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2020 (5)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Dolores Connolly
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