Electrical Engineer

Location: On site / Newburyport, MA, USA
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Engineering | General
Salary: Negotiable salary

Newburyport, Massachusetts

Boston Conveyor & Automation (BCA) – Part of Mpac Group

Are you an Electrical Engineer who thrives on bringing automation to life? Ready to join a fast-growing, high-performing team at the forefront of industrial innovation?

At Boston Conveyor & Automation (BCA), we design and deliver cutting‑edge automation solutions for the food manufacturing, life sciences, and general manufacturing industries
. Backed by the global strength of the Mpac Group
, we’re growing quickly, and we’re looking for talented engineers like you to be part of the journey.

• Work on turnkey automation systems for leading global industries
• Be part of a collaborative, expert engineering team
• Enjoy a varied role from concept through to delivery
• Based in beautiful Newburyport, MA

Reporting to the Electrical Engineering Manager
, you’ll play a key role in designing and delivering complex machine control systems. From concept to commissioning, you’ll contribute to building innovative automation solutions that make a real impact.

• Design electrical schematics, control panels, and wiring layouts
• Create wire schedules and interconnection cable lists
• Develop bills of materials and select components
• Support panel suppliers and in-house technicians
• Collaborate with sales, applications engineers, and customers to design optimal solutions
• Prepare costings, technical proposals, and functional specifications
• Design pneumatic systems alongside electrical systems
• Partner with mechanical engineering on device placement and system integration
• Produce equipment manuals and training documentation

• 3+ years in:
• Electrical schematics and wiring layouts
• Experience with EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical, or similar
• Knowledge of standards:
  CE, IEC, NEC, NFPA, UL, TUV
• Strong understanding of machine safety and industrial systems
• Proven ability to design systems for:
• Logic and motion control
• Monitoring and safe machine operation
• Excellent problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication skills with customers and stakeholders
• Willingness to travel 10–15% (occasionally up to 1–2 weeks)
• BS in Electrical Engineering
• OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturing) experience
• Background in food & beverage or life sciences automation

• A detail‑oriented engineer who can visualise systems end‑to‑end
• A hands‑on problem solver who thrives under deadlines
• A collaborative team player with a customer‑first mindset
• Passionate about innovation and automation technology

• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays, sick leave)
• Opportunities for growth and development within a global group

You’ll work closely with:

• Mechanical Engineering
• Project Management
• External customers and vendors

If you're excited by the opportunity to work on cutting‑edge systems and want to grow your career with a dynamic, innovative team, we want to hear from you.

At Boston Conveyor & Automation (BCA), we’re transforming the future of automation. Based in the beautiful coastal city of Newburyport, MA, and part of the global Mpac Group
, we bring together a highly experienced team delivering cutting‑edge solutions across food manufacturing, life sciences, and industrial sectors
.