Job Description

Custom Panel Design Specialist                                                                                       

Who We Are

United Electric Supply Co. Inc. is a nationally recognized, 100% employee-owned company that is a large multi-regional supplier of electrical products and advanced services for the construction and industrial markets. United Electric offers a full range of electrical products and services with concentrations in industrial automation, building automation, lighting, wire/cable/conduit, distribution and control, data communications, electro-mechanical and energy solutions. With over 300 employees, United Electric is headquartered in New Castle, Delaware with locations throughout Delaware, Pennsylvania, Maryland, New Jersey, Virginia and New York.

Position Summary

This role will be responsible for designing and developing custom products according to industry standards by collaborating directly with customers, United sales team, United product groups, and the production/manufacturing team.   You will function as the subject matter expert, designer, and quoter on products offered by the Custom Products Group.

Position Responsibilities

• Function as the subject matter expert on Custom Product Group offerings, including but not limited to Power Whips, Starter Boxes, Control Panels containing PLCs, VFDs, HMIs, sensors, and control & signaling products.  Design and develop electrical control panels and ensure compliance with relevant codes and standards (UL508A, NEC, NFPA, CE, CSA).
• Recognize retrofit/migration/upgrade project opportunities for industrial automation systems and perform associate design work.
• Develop quotations and specifications for simple and complex control panel projects, being involved with various aspects of the sales process from initial customer meetings, panel BOM specification and take-offs, product/system design (generating electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts), to quoting, scheduling, documenting, and communicating with the assembly team.
• Provide technical support to all customers and United Electric employees relating to the Custom Products Group offering.
• Keep updated and current on the National Electric Code.
• Travel with the United sales team and product groups to participate in customer meetings.

• Perform other duties as obvious or assigned.

This is a Safety Sensitive Position

• May be required to operate powered industrial trucks.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. several times a day, bend, twist, and climb. 

Commitment to Safety

• Adhere to all United Electric health, safety, and environmental policies.    
• Act in a safe and positive manner always, ensure that those around you do not put themselves or others at risk.  Your personal safety is your responsibility. 
• Complete an accident/Incident report for any safety and/or health infractions that occur or are witnessed. 
• Support all United Electric health, safety, and environmental policies for all employees within your branch. 

Qualifications

• Experience with PLCs, HMIs, motor controls, and power distribution.
• Knowledge of UL, NEC, NFPA, and CE standards.
• Strong background in electrical system installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Proficient in AutoCAD for electrical schematics and panel layouts.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Customer-focused with a commitment to service excellence.

Compensation & Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance 
• Disability Insurance and Life Insurance 
• 401(K) and Stock Ownership 

• Paid Vacation and holidays 
• Educational Benefits 
• Wellness Programs 
• Work/Life Balance 
• Eligible for Bonus

We are an equal employment opportunity employer.