Senior Electrical Engineer - Power Systems

BluePoint Controls is a collaborative engineering and manufacturing firm based in Silicon Valley. We have been trusted by leading semiconductor and medical device equipment companies to help transform concepts into designs and convert specs into high quality manufactured products for more than 25 years.

We are seeking a hands‑on Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the electrical design and production ramp of industrial power distribution panels used in semiconductor equipment. This role will work closely with our experienced production team in Watsonville to transfer product knowledge and best practices while helping establish and scale a new production line in Milpitas. The position requires strong fundamentals in industrial power systems, electrical component selection, and build‑ready documentation, along with the ability to collaborate across engineering and manufacturing teams.

Expect to travel 1-2 days per week (initially) to Watsonville, CA

We embrace a start‑up mentality and a collaborative based culture where everyone has opportunities to challenge themselves and advance their career n our growing team and get involved in all aspects of the product cycle at BluePoint Controls.

• Own electrical execution of 208V and 480V industrial power panels
• Interpret customer specifications and translate them into build‑ready documentation
• Develop and maintain schematics, panel layouts, and wiring diagrams
• Lead electrical component selection with focus on reliability, derating, and compliance
• Work closely with Watsonville production team to capture institutional knowledge and standardize best practices
• Support hands‑on panel build, bring‑up, and troubleshooting
• Define and support electrical test procedures
  
  Drive engineering change management and documentation control
• Improve manufacturability and reduce rework during production ramp
• Coordinate between engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• 5+ years of experience in industrial electrical systems or power distribution
• Strong understanding of AC power systems (single-phase and three-phase)
• Experience selecting and specifying industrial electrical components (contractors, relays, SSRs, breakers, terminal blocks, etc.)
• Experience generating electrical schematics and panel documentation using ECAD tools (AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or equivalent)
• Comfortable working in both lab and production environments
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams

• Experience with industrial control panels or power enclosures
• Exposure to UL or NEC standards
• Semiconductor or capital equipment background
• Experience supporting production ramp or new line setup

• An engineer comfortable bridging design and manufacturing
• Strong technical judgment in component selection and system reliability
• Practical mindset focused on buildability and production efficiency
• Willingness to travel to Watsonville during the initial ramp phase

Growth Opportunities | Bonus Plan | Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance | Work-Life Balance | Company Events | Retirement Benefits with Company Match | FSA & HSA | PTO, Holidays & Paid Sick Leave | Flex Fridays

Base Pay:
Starting at $160,000+ annually. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.