Power Systems Medium Voltage Switchgear Engineer
Position Overview:
We are seeking a motivated Medium Voltage Switchgear Engineer with 2–3 years of experience in the design, testing, and support of medium voltage (MV) switchgear systems. The ideal candidate will have a solid technical foundation, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate across engineering, sales and project teams to deliver reliable design solutions.
Key Responsibilities including but not limited to:
- Design and develop medium voltage switchgear systems (typically 1kV–38kV) in compliance with applicable standards (ANSI, IEEE, IEC).
- Prepare electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, and layout drawings.
- Perform equipment sizing, protection coordination, and short-circuit/arc flash analysis.
- Review customer specifications and project requirements to ensure technical compliance.
- Support manufacturing, assembly, and factory acceptance testing (FAT) of switchgear panels.
- Troubleshoot design or field issues and provide technical support to internal teams and clients.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams including project management, procurement, and quality.
- Assist in commissioning activities and provide on-site or remote technical support as needed.
- Maintain proper documentation and engineering records.
- Interface with sales team and customers on new opportunities and technical reviews of applications
What we need you to have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- 2–3 years of experience working with Schneider, Siemens, Eaton or ABB medium voltage switchgear.
- Knowledge of electrical standards such as UL, ANSI, IEEE, IEC, and NEC.
- Experience with protection relays and control systems.
- Proficiency in engineering software tools (e.g., AutoCAD, EPlan, or similar).
- Strong understanding of electrical fundamentals, including power systems and protection schemes.
- Familiarity with relay programming (e.g., SEL, ABB, Siemens).
- Exposure to arc flash studies and power system modeling.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Additional Information:
- Travel Requirements – 5 - 10% travel
- Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa currently
- Open to remote applicants
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
- 2-3 years of experience with medium voltage switchgear
- Knowledge of electrical standards such as UL, ANSI, IEEE, IEC, and NEC
- Experience with protection relays and control systems
- Proficiency in engineering software tools (e.g., AutoCAD, EPlan, or similar)
- Strong understanding of electrical fundamentals
What We Do
Grenzebach is a global leader specializing in the automation of industrial production lines, providing tailor-made automation solutions for the glass and building materials industries, as well as intralogistics.
