Switchgear Product Design Optimization EngineerCivic Minds • Addison, IL, United States
Switchgear Product Design Optimization Engineer
Civic Minds • Addison, IL, United States
20 hours ago
Job type
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Quick Apply
Job descriptionB.S. in Electrical, Mechanical, or related Engineering field. 5+ years in switchboard / switchgear design and standardization. Strong knowledge of LV / MV power distribution equipment and relevant standards (UL, NEC, IEEE, ANSI). Proficient in CAD tools (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, EPLAN, etc.) and familiar with ERP / PLM systems. Excellent communication, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration skills. Experience in manufacturing and design-for-manufacturability principles. Occasional travel (5 10%).
Position : Switchgear Product Design Optimization Engineer
Location : Addison, IL
Fulltime, Direct Hire, Onsite
Position Summary :
Drive manufacturing efficiency and cost reduction across panel board, switchboard, and switchgear product lines by standardizing designs, components, and documentation. Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to streamline designs, reduce complexity, and ensure compliance with performance, safety, and customer requirements.
Location :
On-site, Addison, Illinois (5 days / week).
Key Responsibilities :
- Lead standardization of LV / MV switchgear designs, drawings, and parts.
- Eliminate redundant design variations and minimize part numbers.
- Develop and maintain standard design templates, BOMs, and component libraries.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to optimize designs for manufacturability and cost.
- Establish and enforce engineering standards and documentation practices.
- Support release and implementation of standardized product configurations.
- Drive continuous improvement in design efficiency, reliability, and lead time.
- Track cost savings and promote standardization awareness.
Qualifications :
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Product Design Engineer • Addison, IL, United States