Switchboard Design Engineer

Recore Electrical Contractors, Inc. is a multi-state licensed, employee-owned, Electrical Services contractor, based just outside of Charlotte, North Carolina. As one of the largest electrical contractors in the Charlotte Metro Area, we at Recore pride ourselves on providing the highest level of service possible.

The career opportunity for you:

Recore Electrical Contractors is currently seeking a Switchboard Design Engineer, responsible for designing, developing, and supporting electrical switchboards and power distribution systems for use in industrial, and utility applications. The role involves creating detailed electrical schematics, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and coordinating with manufacturing, project management, and field teams to deliver safe and reliable switchboard solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop electrical switchboards, motor control centers, and power distribution panels.
• Prepare electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, single-line diagrams, and panel layouts.
• Perform load calculations, bus ampacity calculations, control and protection design
• Select appropriate switchgear, breakers, busbars, relays, and protection devices.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant standards such as IEEE, IEC, National Electrical Manufacturers Association, and Underwriters Laboratories.
• Use electrical design software such as AutoCAD Electrical to develop and maintain design documentation.
• Collaborate with project managers, procurement teams, and production staff to ensure design feasibility and cost efficiency.
• Review and approve technical drawings, vendor documents, and engineering changes.
• Provide technical support during manufacturing, factory acceptance testing (FAT), and commissioning.
• Troubleshoot electrical design issues and propose improvements.
• Maintain documentation and design records for compliance and future reference.
• Assist with RFQ’s and proposal generation

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 2–5+ years of experience in switchboard or power distribution system design (experience level may vary by company).
• Strong understanding of electrical protection systems, power distribution, and switchgear.
• Proficiency with electrical design and drafting software.
• Knowledge of electrical codes and standards.
• Ability to read and interpret complex electrical drawings and specifications.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with short-circuit and load flow studies.
• Familiarity with PLC systems and control panels.
• Experience with UL-listed panel design and certification processes.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.

Work Environment:

• Combination of office-based engineering design work and manufacturing floor support.
• Occasional travel may be required for site inspections, commissioning, or client meetings.

For the employee:

Employee Stock Option Plan- Matching 401k- Medical, Dental, Vision (Medical premium paid 100% for the employee) PTO-Paid Holidays-Short- and Long-Term Disability-Life Insurance