Senior Electrical Engineer

Senior Electrical Engineer leads electrical design and integration activities for parcel automation systems. This position is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing electrical systems that support high-throughput parcel handling operations. The role involves development of motor control panels, device layouts, electrical schematics, and compliance with applicable code requirements. The role supports project engineering efforts across system installation, testing, and commissioning phases.

• Determine electrical integration requirements for technologies included in overall system designs
• Define system power requirements, design circuit protection, and prepare drawing packages
• Develop electrical device layouts, motor control panel designs, electrical panel and field device schematics, and electrical equipment bill of materials to support control and system functionality
• Design control network architecture layouts
• Apply knowledge of electrical design codes and standards (e.g., NEC, NFPA, UL, OSHA) to ensure system design compliance
• Develop RFQ packages for electrical installation, detailing the scope of work, system quantities, and equipment requirements
• Create electrical equipment purchase requisitions
• Lead electrical design discussions during system design review meetings
• Provide electrical design status updates for internal and external project stakeholders
• Travel up to 30% for site evaluations and project assessments
• Collaborate effectively with controls engineering, project management, and installation teams to support overall system functionality throughout the project lifecycle
• Demonstrate the ability to lead and contribute to design review meetings, communicate engineering decisions, and resolve technical issues in the field

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in the warehouse and distribution industry, focusing on electrical systems
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong interpersonal abilities to engage confidently with customers and internal teams, and the ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment while meeting project deadlines
• Proven experience designing electrical system layouts, including power distribution, conveyor motor control panels, and schematics using AutoCAD or similar tools, based on mechanical system data such as equipment layout, motor horsepower, and throughput requirements
• Direct experience with industrial control systems and communication protocols such as Ethernet, Profinet, and Profibus
• Ability to lead and contribute to design review meetings, communicate engineering decisions, and resolve technical issues in the field
• Eligible to work in the United States on a full-time basis (no visa sponsorship)

Körber is pioneering cutting-edge sorting technology and solutions that shape the future of mail and parcel automation. This is a full-time exempt position with a hybrid schedule—three days in-office for candidates based in Dallas–Fort Worth, TX. Other locations may work remotely.

• Flexible work environment with paid time off for parental leave and 22+ days off for personal time and holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with FSA or HSA options
• 401(k) plan with company match up to six percent
• Company-paid benefits including vision insurance, short and long-term disability, basic life insurance, and educational and employee assistance programs

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity to all applicants. All hires are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to legally protected characteristics or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state/provincial, and local law.

Disclaimer:
The duties listed are representations of essential functions and may be changed at the employer’s sole discretion. This position is at-will, and salary information is a general guideline. Applications must be submitted via our career site.

Apply now and join our team. We welcome all applicants regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic or social origin, religion/belief, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity, or any other protected status.