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Power Distribution Equipment
MechanicalDesignEngineer–PowerDistributionEquipment(Switchgear)
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“Mechanical Design Engineer – Power Distribution Equipment (Switchgear). Skills: Mechanical Design, Low-voltage switchgear design, UL 891 compliance, CAD proficiency. Lead the development of low-voltage power distribution equipment, specifically switchgear assemblies built to UL 891 standards. Create detailed mechanical designs that are compliant, manufacturable, and aligned with project requirements”
What You'll Achieve.
Deliver accurate and compliant designs within project timelines; Ensure smooth transition from engineering to manufacturing with minimal revisions; Maintain coordination with internal teams; Uphold quality and regulatory standards
Industry & Context.
Resolving production issues
Travel occasionally for project coordination or supplier support
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent practical experience, 3–8+ years of experience designing low-voltage switchgear systems, Direct experience with UL 891 switchgear design is required, Proven ability to independently develop designs from concept through production
What You'll Do.
Lead the development of low-voltage power distribution equipment
specifically switchgear assemblies built to UL 891 standards
Create detailed mechanical designs that are compliant
and aligned with project requirements
Create mechanical layouts and detailed designs for low-voltage switchgear assemblies in compliance with UL 891
breaker mounting systems
and cable routing solutions
Generate complete fabrication packages including general arrangement drawings
and bills of materials
Provide support during fabrication
and inspection phases
Assist with resolving production issues and improving overall efficiency
Contribute to cost reduction and value engineering initiatives
Manage design deliverables in a deadline-driven environment
Maintain accuracy and completeness of engineering documentation
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work alongside electrical engineers to align mechanical designs with system requirements; Participate in design reviews to address spacing, interference, and maintainability considerations; Ensure all designs meet applicable codes, internal standards, and manufacturing capabilities; Cross-functional collaboration
Communication Scope
Effective communication
Process & Methodology
Manage design deliverables in a deadline-driven environment
Full Job Description
## Description Mechanical Design Engineer – Power Distribution Equipment (Switchgear) Location: Marietta, OH Employment Type: Direct Hire Compensation: Starting at $90,000+ annually, based on experience Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the development of low-voltage power distribution equipment, specifically switchgear assemblies built to UL 891 standards. This role focuses on creating detailed mechanical designs that are compliant, manufacturable, and aligned with project requirements. This is a hands-on engineering position requiring prior experience with switchgear design, strong CAD capabilities, and close coordination with electrical engineering and manufacturing teams. ## Key Functions Engineering Design & Development Create mechanical layouts and detailed designs for low-voltage switchgear assemblies in compliance with UL 891 Design enclosures, internal structures, breaker mounting systems, and cable routing solutions Generate complete fabrication packages including general arrangement drawings, sheet metal details, weldments, and bills of materials Technical Coordination Work alongside electrical engineers to align mechanical designs with system requirements such as one-line diagrams, bus configurations, and cable management Participate in design reviews to address spacing, interference, and maintainability considerations Ensure all designs meet applicable codes, internal standards, and manufacturing capabilities Manufacturing & Production Support Apply design-for-manufacturing (DFM) and design-for-assembly (DFA) principles Provide support during fabrication, testing, and inspection phases Assist with resolving production issues and improving overall efficiency Contribute to cost reduction and value engineering initiatives Project Ownership Manage design deliverables in a deadline-driven environment Maintain accuracy and completeness of engineering documentation Travel occasionally for project coordination or
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