Electrical Engineer - Providence, RI

• Design electrical power distribution and machine control systems for custom industrial equipment.
• Create and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts.
• Select electrical components and develop detailed bills of materials.
• Specify enclosures, hardware, and electrical systems suitable for demanding industrial environments.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable electrical and machine safety standards and codes.
• Collaborate with controls, mechanical, and manufacturing teams to support project execution.
• Provide technical support during panel construction, equipment assembly, and factory testing activities.
• Assist with equipment installation, startup, troubleshooting, and commissioning efforts.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and maintain engineering documentation standards.
• Contribute to successful project delivery by ensuring quality, functionality, and performance requirements are met.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Take ownership of electrical system designs for industrial equipment!Collaborative engineering team where you'll work with automation technologies

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience designing electrical systems for industrial machinery, automation equipment, or control panels.
• Experience using electrical CAD software such as AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar platforms.
• Strong understanding of industrial electrical design principles, power distribution, and control circuits.
• Knowledge of NFPA 79, UL 508A, NEC, and machine safety requirements.
• Familiarity with industrial automation technologies including drives, motors, power supplies, and control systems.
• Exposure to PLC-based control systems is advantageous.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to support testing, installations, and startup activities.

Our client is a respected engineering and manufacturing organization specializing in the design and production of sophisticated industrial processing and automation equipment. The company delivers customized solutions for customers across a variety of industrial markets and has built a strong reputation for technical excellence, quality, and innovation.

Employees benefit from a collaborative and hands-on engineering environment where ideas are valued and individuals have meaningful ownership over their projects. With a strong focus on continuous improvement and engineering best practices, the organization provides opportunities to work on complex equipment designs that integrate electrical, mechanical, and automation technologies.

The business offers exposure to the full product lifecycle, allowing engineers to see their designs progress from concept and documentation through manufacturing, testing, installation, and customer deployment.

• Competitive base salary.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions.
• Paid time off and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to own projects from design through implementation and commissioning.
• Hands-on involvement with custom-engineered industrial equipment and automation systems.
• Exposure to multidisciplinary engineering projects with strong collaboration across teams.
• Career growth opportunities within a technically focused and expanding organization.
• Collaborative engineering culture that encourages innovation and continuous improvement.
• Diverse project work providing technical challenges and professional development.