Senior Electrical Development Engineer - Cell

Kforce has a client in Austin, TX that is seeking a Senior Electrical Development Engineer - Cell.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in equipment concept development and balance product specifications, electrical requirements, component selection, controls architecture, and costs
• Define system interconnects, electrical schematics, and key automation components with other engineering groups to meet requirements
• Work closely with project managers and teams to translate expectations into final designs and ensure adherence to Tesla and regulatory standards
• Design power distribution, control panels, and functional safety circuitry to meet standards like NFPA 79, IEC 60204-1, UL 508A, and ISO 13849-1
• Select and size electrical and electromechanical components such as circuit protectors, sensors, PLC hardware, VFDs, servo systems, and safety hardware
• Troubleshoot power distribution panels, I/O panels, field instrumentation, safety interlock circuits, and electrical system issues in the field
• Manage vendors and suppliers during specification, design review, approval, commissioning, and installation of automated equipment
• Develop and maintain documentation, including schematics, utility matrices, and procedures for electrical equipment
• Implement continuous process optimization to improve quality, productivity, and reduce waste
• Provide training to production and maintenance teams and contribute to Tesla electrical standards and best practices
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
• At least 3 years of relevant professional experience in electrical or automation engineering
• Proficiency in electrical CAD systems like Eplan Electric P8 v2.9 or higher for designing control panels, power distribution, wiring, and instrumentation
• Experience selecting circuit protectors, wire and cable, sensors, safety hardware, PLC hardware, remote I/O, VFDs, servo systems, and key electrical components
• In-depth knowledge of electrical standards such as NEC, NFPA 79, IEC 60204-1, and UL 508A
• In-depth knowledge of safety standards such as ISO 13849-1 and ANSI/RIA15.06
• Familiarity with control systems like Beckhoff, Siemens and DeltaV, including EtherCAT, FSoE, PROFINET, and PROFIsafe
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting industrial control circuits, instrumentation, and safety interlock systems with common diagnostics tools such as DMMs, network testers and power monitors
• Ability to read process and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) to create electrical designs and schematics, including familiarity with hazardous (classified) locations and equipment requirements
• Proficiency in field network topology and practical applications

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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