Electrical Engineer

Overview

IPS is seeking innovative and dynamic engineers to join our team and make a significant impact by keeping our world advancing. At IPS, we innovate, inspire, and transform. We're looking for technically proficient and entrepreneurial problem-solvers who embrace challenges, continuously seek knowledge, and push the limits of what's possible. At IPS, you'll have the chance to work on impactful engineering projects through the entire project lifecycle, develop innovative solutions, and contribute to the future of our industry.

You'll collaborate with the brightest minds, learn from experts, and grow professionally in a value-driven company. Unleash your potential with IPS and be part of something big.

IPS - Dallas is seeking an Application Electrical Engineer to join the Power Management team. This individual will focus on bridging the gap between electrical products/systems and their practical application in customer-specific environments, often collaborating with sales, operations and customers to ensure technical requirements are met and solutions are optimized.

This role requires a strong technical background in electrical engineering, excellent problem‑solving abilities, and effective communication skills to design, adapt, and support electrical equipment for various markets.

• Design and Engineering:
  Designing and engineering electrical systems and components to meet specific customer or market needs, ensuring compliance with certification requirements like UL, ANSI, CE, and IEEE.
• Customer Interaction:
  Working directly with customers to understand their needs and challenges, providing technical expertise, and assisting sales with accurate quotes and proposals.
• Technical Support and Optimization:
  Analyzing electrical schematics, interpreting specifications, investigating new components and technologies, and optimizing designs for cost savings, quality improvement, and certification.
• Collaboration:
  
  Working with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Problem‑Solving:
  Identifying and resolving technical issues that arise during the application or integration of electrical systems.
• Communication:
  Clearly explaining technical concepts to customers and internal teams, often involving presentations and discussions.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical engineering with a focus on Power System Engineering (required)
• Minimum 5 years of experience in engineering, manufacturing, utility, or EPC environments, with a focus on electrical distribution equipment and systems
• Solid knowledge of industry standards, including NEC, NFPA 70E, ANSI, IEEE (C37.x series), NEMA, and UL standards such as UL891, UL845, and UL1558
• Proven ability to read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, one-line diagrams, and layout/elevation drawings
• Strong understanding of LV/MV switch gear, switchboards, circuit breakers, MCCs, and general power distribution system architecture
• Application of NEC, IEEE, and UL standards in equipment design, selection, and installation
• Ability to prepare bills of materials (BOMs), configuration documents, and preliminary design layouts for customer‑specific solutions
• Working knowledge of CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Solid Works, EPlan), power system modeling tools (Easy Power, ETAP, SKM, ...)
• Familiarity with relay logic, PLC/HMI control basics, and industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, IEC 61850)
• Strong communication skills for collaborating with customers, engineering teams, sales, and manufacturing
• Ability to convey technical concepts clearly through proposals, documentation, presentations, and training

• Experience specifying or designing switchboards, and LV/MV metal‑clad and metal‑enclosed switch gear
• Familiarity with building codes (IBC) and requirements for E‑houses and electrical rooms
• Professional certifications such as PE, PMP, or OEM‑specific credentials (e.g., Siemens, ABB, Schneider, Eaton, ...)
• Must be willing to work flexible hours required to respond to client emergencies

• Lead with integrity and prioritize…