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Fortive

Senior Electrical Design Engineer – High-Current Switchgear, International Projects

Fortive

Senior Elektrokonstrukteur (m/w/d) designing high current switchgear for international projects in an innovative company. Collaborating with internal departments and international clients on technical standards and designs.

Posted 7/9/2026full-timeViersen • 🇩🇪 GermanySeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Design and dimensioning of control cabinets/switchgear for high-current applications
  • Creation of wiring diagrams, parts lists and manufacturing documentation using EPLAN Electric P8 and ERP systems
  • Consideration and implementation of international standards and regulations (e.g., IEC, UL, NEC, CE)
  • Technical coordination with internal departments as well as international customers and suppliers
  • Support in the selection and sizing of components (busbars, protective devices, circuit breakers, etc.)
  • Ensuring standard-compliant and manufacturable designs
  • Technical coordination with project management, mechanical design and production
  • Technical support for production, procurement and service
  • Assistance with commissioning and technical clarifications
  • Contribution to the further development of design standards and best practices

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering or equivalent qualification (technician/master with relevant experience)
  • Several years of professional experience in electrical design of control cabinets, ideally in high-current or power distribution environments
  • Solid knowledge of international standards and regulations (IEC, UL, CSA, NFPA/NEC is an advantage)
  • Confident use of CAE systems (e.g., EPLAN Electric P8)
  • Experience with high-current components (e.g., busbar systems, protective devices, circuit breakers, etc.)
  • Structured, independent and solution-oriented working style
  • Strong communication skills in an international environment
  • Good written and spoken German and English

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Become part of our “Electrification of Everything” vision
  • Freedom to implement your own ideas and process improvements
  • Individual training and development opportunities
  • Modern working environment in an innovative company

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Hard Skills & Tools
Control Cabinet DesignWiring Diagram CreationParts List DevelopmentManufacturing DocumentationComponent SizingTechnical CoordinationStandard ComplianceHigh-Current ApplicationsElectrical DesignSolution-Oriented Working
Soft Skills
Structured Working StyleIndependent Working StyleSolution-Oriented Mindset