If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Electrical Engineer04 - 1099- Contractor Professional Fort Wayne, IN, US3 days ago Requisition ID: 3763
Salary Range: $75.00 To $100.00 Hourly
Summary of Position:
The Electrical Engineer is responsible for the design, documentation, and implementation of electrical systems and control solutions. This role requires strong technical expertise in electrical schematics, control panel design, and standards-compliant documentation. The Electrical Engineer must be capable of working independently, producing audit-ready electrical packages, and supporting projects from concept through execution while ensuring compliance with applicable CE and IEC standards.
Essential Functions:- Create single line diagrams (SLD) and electrical schematics for industrial and automation systems
- Design electrical control panels, including component selection, layout, cable routing, and wiring diagrams
- Evaluate the performance, safety, and reliability of electrical equipment through testing and quality inspection
- Prepare complete electrical documentation packages, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and audit readiness
- Develop Bills of Materials (BOMs) in accordance with CE requirements and applicable standards
- Maintain electronic documentation repositories, including drawings, templates, symbols, and project files
- Apply standard drafting practices and ensure documentation complies with internal and external standards
- Utilize EPLAN or similar electrical design tools (e.g., SolidWorks Electrical, AutoCAD Electrical) to generate schematics and layouts
- Interface with internal teams, customers, and vendors to clarify requirements and support project execution
- Review designs for compliance with CE/IEC standards and incorporate regulatory requirements into documentation
- Respond to feedback from manufacturing, vendors, or auditors to improve design quality and documentation accuracy
- Generate electrical drawings and documentation independently, making sound engineering decisions with minimal supervision
- Support troubleshooting and design updates during manufacturing, testing, or commissioning phases
- Apply creative and analytical problem-solving skills to electrical design challenges
- Perform research on electrical components, technologies, and standards to support continuous improvement
- Ensures Accountability
- Tech Savvy
- Communicates Effectively
- Values Differences
- Customer FocusDrives Results
- Plans and Prioritizes
- Decision Quality
Self-Development
This position is based in a professional office setting and regularly utilizes workplace technology, including computers, smartphones, multifunction printers, cloud-based filing systems, and collaboration tools.
Physical Demands:
This role requires physical capabilities that support the successful execution of key responsibilities. The employee regularly engages in verbal and written communication with colleagues and clients to address project-related inquiries and must be able to convey accurate information clearly and efficiently. The position involves remaining seated at a workstation for approximately 75% of the time, with occasional movement throughout the office to access equipment, supplies, and shared resources. Daily tasks include consistent use of computers and standard office technology such as keyboards, printers, and multifunction devices. The role also involves transporting equipment boxes weighing up to 25 pounds within the building and to other offsite locations as needed for project support.
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field required 4 years of experience
Qualifications:- Experience in electrical design, documentation, or control systems engineering
- Proficiency in electrical design software such as EPLAN, SolidWorks Electrical, AutoCAD Electrical, or similar tools
- Strong understanding of electrical schematics, single line diagrams, wiring diagrams, and control panel design
- Prior knowledge of CE and IEC standards preferred
- Ability to prepare complete, accurate, and audit-ready electrical documentation packages
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly convey technical information and collaborate with cross-functional teams
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
- Highly organized and adept at prioritization, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and apply standard drafting practices
- Self-directed, motivated, highly accountable, flexible, and detail-oriented
- Ability to adapt to changing project requirements and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining high-quality output
- Proficiency in standard office and engineering tools including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and willingness to learn additional systems
Ability to work with confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and discretionAAP/EEO Statement:3MD Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on gender, sex, age, race and color, religion, marital status, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other category that is protected by applicable law.
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
