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Sr. Mechanical Engineer - Switchgear, Switchboards, and Panelboards

Goodyear, AZ; Houston, TX

VOLTARIS

Powering Progress,
One Connection at a Time.

We design and deliver custom electrical power systems built around your needs — not the other way around. Backed by the combined expertise of Jefferson Electric and Pioneer CEP, Voltaris operates as one company with one focus: building the systems and relationships that power tomorrow’s infrastructure.

From the first conversation to the final bolt, our solutions are engineered for performance, reliability, and sustainability — across utilities, EV charging, data centers, and beyond.

Whether it’s a system you can see or support you can feel, every connection matters.

 

Sr. Mechanical Engineer - Switchgear, Switchboards, and Panelboards

Reports To: Lead Mechanical Engineer / Manager, Mechanical Engineering

Location: US – Goodyear, AZ (up to 25% travel to Mexicali, Mexico, as needed)

Alternate Locations:  Mexicali, Mexico; Houston, TX

About Voltaris Power

Voltaris Power LLC is a private equity–backed, industry-leading provider of custom engineered electrical products, including low- and medium-voltage switchgear, switchboards, and panelboards.

Position Summary

Independently designs and develops mechanical components, enclosures, and assemblies for custom-engineered switchgear, switchboard, and panelboard products, owning assigned projects from concept through production release.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and detail sheet metal enclosures, structures, and mechanical assemblies using 3D CAD.
  • Develop and release engineering drawings, bills of material, and specifications.
  • Perform engineering calculations and analysis (tolerance stacks, structural, thermal as needed).
  • Support design reviews, prototype builds, and testing.
  • Collaborate with Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality on integrated designs.
  • Investigate and resolve engineering issues on existing/legacy designs.
  • Mentor junior engineers and designers as needed.

Required Qualifications

Education: BS in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.

Experience: 5–8 years of mechanical engineering experience, preferably in electrical equipment, switchgear, panelboard, or industrial manufacturing.

Must-Have Skills:

  • Hands-on sheet metal design experience.
  • Proficiency with 3D modeling/CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks or comparable).
  • Working knowledge of UL 891, UL 1558, and ANSI C37.20.1, C37.20.2, and C37.20.3 switchgear/panelboard standards.
  • Working knowledge of GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple concurrent projects.

Preferred / Like-to-Have Qualifications

  • EIT actively pursuing PE, or PE license.
  • Experience in the switchgear or panelboard industry.
  • Exposure to design-to-order (DTO) workflows for custom-engineered products.

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