Senior Electrical Engineer - Controls

Job Title:

Senior Electrical Engineer - Controls Panel

Pay Rate:
Up to $70-80 /hr. (DOE)

A Senior Electrical Engineer - Controls Panel job opportunity is available with our client in Berkeley, Ca. In this role you will impact development and validation of groundbreaking battery technology. As part of our BMS Hardware & Electrical System team, you will be responsible for the full lifecycle of industrial control panel design - from component selection and schematic development through vendor coordination and high voltage validation.

To be considered for this role you will have a bachelor"s degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field with 5+ years of relevant experience; OR Master's degree with 3+ years of relevant experience.

• Design the control panel panels in compliance with NEC (NFPA 70) and UL 508A standards
• Develop complete control panel schematic, layout and BOM using EPLAN
• Select appropriate control panel components including connectors, wire harnesses, branch circuit protection devices (breakers, fuses), and power conversion devices (drives, transformers, rectifiers)
• Select components rated for 600V AC and 2000V DC high-voltage applications
• Work directly with third-party panel vendors to translate design intent into built assemblies. Execute and oversee high-voltage testing procedures including hipot, insulation resistance, and functional validation
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers on panel enclosure selection, thermal management, and physical integration
• Support DFMEA activities for panel-level failure mode identification and risk mitigation
• Work cross-functionally with mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing teams to deliver panels that meet the highest safety and compliance standards.

• Bachelor"s degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field with 5+ years of relevant experience; OR Master's degree with 3+ years of relevant experience
• Proficiency in panel design SW EPLAN or equivalent
• Demonstrated experience designing panels to NEC and UL 508A requirements
• Hands-on experience in testing with high voltage testing procedures and associated safety protocols
• Strong working knowledge of branch protection coordination, wire sizing, and power conversion device integration
• Experience managing third-party panel fabrication vendors through design, build, and acceptance phases
• Familiarity with the SW including PLM (e.g. Arena or Team Center), product development SW (e.g. JIRA) and requirement management tools (e.g. JAMA)
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work independently and cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment

Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law.