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Job Title: EE Designer – Control Systems
Location: Dallas, TX (Remote)
Client: ACTALENT
Job Summary:
We are seeking an EE Designer – Control Systems to support the design and development of custom electrical control systems for industrial applications. The ideal candidate will have experience in control panel design, electrical schematics, BOM creation, and compliance with industry standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design control panels and electrical systems based on project requirements.
- Develop electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and layout drawings using AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar CAD tools.
- Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs).
- Perform electrical calculations including load analysis, voltage drop, and short circuit analysis.
- Support component selection, vendor coordination, and design reviews.
- Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and project teams.
- Troubleshoot design-related issues and provide technical support.
- Ensure compliance with NEC, UL, IEC, and other applicable standards.
- Drive continuous improvement in design quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
- 2+ years of experience in electrical/control panel design.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar CAD software.
- Strong knowledge of electrical systems, power distribution, and control systems.
- Familiarity with NEC, UL, IEC, and related standards.
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Job Title: EE Designer – Control Systems
Location: Dallas, TX (Remote)
Client: ACTALENT
Job Summary:
We are seeking an EE Designer – Control Systems to support the design and development of custom electrical control systems for industrial applications. The ideal candidate will have experience in control panel design, electrical schematics, BOM creation, and compliance with industry standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design control panels and electrical systems based on project requirements.
- Develop electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and layout drawings using AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar CAD tools.
- Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs).
- Perform electrical calculations including load analysis, voltage drop, and short circuit analysis.
- Support component selection, vendor coordination, and design reviews.
- Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and project teams.
- Troubleshoot design-related issues and provide technical support.
- Ensure compliance with NEC, UL, IEC, and other applicable standards.
- Drive continuous improvement in design quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
- 2+ years of experience in electrical/control panel design.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar CAD software.
- Strong knowledge of electrical systems, power distribution, and control systems.
- Familiarity with NEC, UL, IEC, and related standards.
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Apple528
- NVIDIA67
- Micron Technology56
- Broadcom52
- Micron Idaho Semiconductor Manufacturing (Triton)49
Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware1,099
- Technology & Software333
- Consulting & Professional Services225
- Manufacturing119
- Construction & Real Estate97
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in electrical design engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field
- Proficiency in CAD tools such as AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or SolidWorks Electrical
- Experience with schematics, wiring diagrams, and single-line diagram creation
- Knowledge of NEC, IEC, or UL standards relevant to the industry
- Two or more years of hands-on electrical design or drafting experience
- Professional Engineer licensure or active pursuit of PE certification preferred
Tips for Your Electrical Design Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to design tools
List every CAD and EDA tool you've used, AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, Altium, or Cadence, with the context in which you used them. Hiring managers scan for specific software before reading anything else on an electrical design engineer resume.
Highlight certifications and compliance knowledge
Call out any PE licensure, NFPA 70 familiarity, UL standards experience, or IEC compliance work early in your resume summary. Employers hiring for regulated industries prioritize candidates who reduce compliance risk from day one.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists electrical design engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter by industry to match your specialty
Search for openings in the sector where your design experience is strongest, whether that's power distribution, embedded systems, or industrial controls. Cross-industry applications land better when your portfolio includes a project that transfers directly.
Bring a design sample to every interview
Prepare a one-page schematic or layout excerpt that shows your clean documentation practices and design judgment. Electrical design interviews frequently include a whiteboard or take-home exercise, and arriving with your own example shifts the conversation in your favor.
Negotiate scope, not just compensation
When you receive an offer, ask about ownership of the design cycle, prototype involvement, and tools budget. Electrical design engineers who clarify project scope early avoid roles where the work narrows to drafting reviews rather than original design.
Electrical Design Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most electrical design engineers?
The companies hiring the most electrical design engineers right now include Apple, NVIDIA, and Micron Technology, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Oregon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Utilities, defense contractors, and industrial automation firms consistently account for the highest volume of postings.
How many electrical design engineer jobs are remote?
About 11% of electrical design engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, though the share varies significantly by sub-specialty. Roles focused on PCB layout review, documentation, and firmware-adjacent design tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while positions tied to physical installations or lab-based prototyping typically require on-site presence.
How do you become an electrical design engineer?
Start with a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, which builds the foundational knowledge of circuits, power systems, and electromagnetics employers expect. From there, gain hands-on experience through internships or entry-level drafting roles where you work inside real design workflows. Learn at least one industry-standard CAD or EDA platform, build a portfolio of documented schematics, and pursue PE licensure if your target sector requires it.
Can you get hired as an electrical design engineer with little experience?
Yes, entry-level electrical design engineer roles exist, and employers filling them prioritize CAD proficiency, clean documentation habits, and demonstrated familiarity with relevant standards over years of experience. Internships, senior capstone projects with real schematics, or self-directed PCB designs that you can walk through in an interview all serve as credible substitutes for a full work history when you're starting out.
What does the electrical design engineer interview process look like?
Most electrical design engineer interviews begin with a recruiter screen focused on your background and tool experience, followed by a technical interview where you walk through past designs or solve a schematic problem on a whiteboard. Later rounds often include a take-home design exercise or a panel interview with senior engineers who evaluate your documentation standards and design judgment before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to electrical design engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to electrical design engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your experience and specialty, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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