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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

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in the design and dimensioning of control cabinets for high-current applications, with a strong focus on compliance with international standards and regulations. Proficient in using EPLAN Electric P8 for creating wiring diagrams and manufacturing documentation, while effectively coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Electrical Engineering DegreeEPLAN Electric P8 ProficiencyHigh-Current Component ExperienceInternational Standards KnowledgeStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills
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
Tools & Technologies
CAE SystemsERP Systems
Industry Keywords
IEC StandardsUL StandardsNEC StandardsCSA StandardsNFPA Standards

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