Electrical Designer/Programmer II

Date: Dec 3, 2025

Location:Virginia Beach, VA, US, 23452

Busch Vacuum Solutions is a leading manufacturer of vacuum pumps, compressors, and blowers for use in industries such as semiconductor manufacturing, food processing, metallurgy, biomedical, and material handling.

We have an exciting direct hire opportunity for an Electrical Designer/Programmer II-III at our Virginia Beach location

As an Electrical Designer/Programmer II-III at Busch, you will design, program, and deliver innovative electrical control systems and automation solutions for vacuum pump systems tailored to client needs. This role encompasses varying levels of responsibility and leadership, from entry-level design support to leading teams in the absence of the Design Manager, depending on the level (II-III).

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, with occasional domestic or local travel.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a real impact, apply NOW for an opportunity to find out why Busch Vacuum Solutions is the perfect place to grow, innovate, and excel

Job Responsibilities

• Proposal Development: Analyze client RFQs, clarify requirements, resolve discrepancies, and create compliant proposals for electrical/control panels and automation for vacuum systems, including circuit sizing, component specs, and safety calculations, adhering to NEMA, NEC, UL508A, UL1203, NFPA 496, and NFPA79 standards.
• Electrical and Controls Design: Generate and modify electrical and control system designs for automated vacuum systems, ensuring compatibility with customer specifications, standard, and custom applications. Select components such as PLCs, HMIs, variable frequency drives (VFDs), and analog transmitters based on operational parameters.
• Programming: Develop, configure, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, and VFD programs for automated vacuum systems, ensuring seamless integration and functionality for standard and custom applications.
• Documentation: Create and maintain sequence of operations, Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), electrical wiring diagrams, and other engineering specification documents to guide system design, testing, and commissioning.
• Testing and Validation: Conduct bench tests and final system testing in production environments to validate conformance to design requirements, completing required quality documentation.
• Commissioning Support: Write start-up and commissioning procedures for electrical installations and provide on-site assistance, including personnel training on Busch vacuum systems.
• Project Support: Utilize Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems to create bills of materials (BOMs), log project hours, and generate shop orders. Assist in preparing project cost and work-time estimates.
• Technical Collaboration: Work with engineers, sales, and Agile teams to identify, define, and resolve technical issues, promoting solutions that align with business requirements.
• Leadership (Level III): Lead the electrical engineering team in the absence of the Engineering Manager, supervise Electrical Designer/Programmers I and II, and contribute to the development of engineering guidelines and procedures.
• Customer and Sales Support: Provide technical input during customer visits with sales teams, deliver presentations to showcase system capabilities, and support marketing efforts to identify new market opportunities.
• Troubleshooting: Apply sound engineering principles to diagnose and resolve issues during system design, assembly, or operation.
• Additional Duties: Perform other tasks as assigned to support team and company objectives.

Required Experience

• Education
• Level II: Associate's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field (two-year college or technical school): Required
• Level III: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology (four-year college or technical school): Required
• Experience
• Level II: 3–5 years of experience in electrical engineering, with a focus on PLC/HMI programming and control systems: Preferred
• Level III: 5–7 years of experience in electrical engineering, including leadership in automation and control system design: Preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), AutoCAD for electrical diagrams, and Rockwell Automation or equivalent software for PLC/HMI programming. Familiarity with ERP and CRM systems.
• Valid driver's license meeting Busch insurance standards: Required
• Working knowledge of digital test instruments (e.g., multimeters), PLC programming, HMI, VFDs, analog (4-20mA) transmitters, and adjustable pressure/vacuum switches. Familiarity with National Electrical Code (e.g., UL 508A, NFPA 79) and ability to read/interpret electrical drawings and P&IDs: Required
• Strong ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges in design and operation: Required

Personal Qualifications

• Work with a high level of initiative, be self-motivated, and possess professional maturity
• Be detail, goal, and safety oriented
• Must be organized and maintain a clean and orderly workspace
• Must possess a positive attitude, be dependable, and trustworthy
• Work independently or as a team, as necessary, to fulfill department and Busch goals and objectives
• Possess strong oral and written communication skills in English

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, lifting/carrying/pushing pulling up to 20lbs
• Occasional climbing, squatting, kneeling, reaching above the shoulder, and lifting/carrying/pushing pulling up to 50lbs
• All applicants must be able to hear and see audible and visual alarms and must be able to wear all required PPE, such as safety shoes, electrical hazards, safety glasses, and hearing protection.

Job Requirements

• Ability and willingness to pass a 10-panel drug screen, 7-year criminal history check
• Most felonies are a disqualifier, misdemeanors are considered on a case-by-case basis
• Must be willing and able to utilize all required PPE
• Ability and willingness to travel (up to 25%) domestically and locally
• Employment with Busch Vacuum Solutions requires current work authorization in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Benefits & Opportunities

Busch Vacuum Solutions offers an attractive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, EAP, tuition reimbursement, Legal Plan, 401K, PTO, and more

Opportunity for growth and advancement via on-the-job training, paid training/certifications, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for advancement within the company. Busch values promoting from within

Work Environment

Primarily a heated and air-conditioned office setting, with occasional work in production environments or customer locations.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily.

Why work forBusch Vacuum Solutions?

As diverse and boundless as the world of vacuum is, so are the jobs and tasks at Busch. We welcome all talents, regardless of education, age, gender, or nationality; worldwide.