Electrical Engineer III

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Pittsburgh, PA, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Aerospace • Automotive • Defense • Manufacturing
The Role
Designs and engineers electric and hydraulic motion systems, including multi-axis and Hardware-in-the-Loop systems. Responsibilities include analyzing customer requirements, creating wiring schematics and bills of material, preparing technical manuals and acceptance test procedures, reviewing engineering documentation, supporting technicians and purchasing, and assisting with complex system refurbishments. The role operates with minimal supervision and requires strong electrical systems design and problem-solving skills.
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Acutronic is looking for an Electrical Engineer III to join our team in Pittsburgh, PA.  Our ideal candidate will have at least seven years of experience in a related engineering environment, designing power electronic components and experience in the in the field of servo systems and/or motion control. We are looking for a customer-focused individual who thrives in a creative, fast-paced environment, and has a keen ability to problem-solve.

Electrical Engineer III

Your Roles/Responsibilities:

  • Analyses customer requirements for:
    • 1 axis electric motions systems and refurbishments
    • 2 axis electric motions systems – standard and custom
    • 3 axis electric motions systems and refurbishments
    • Complex, multi axis Hardware-In-the-Loop electric and hydraulic motion systems
  • Performs electrical systems design and engineering to assure conformance to contractual requirements for:
    • 1 axis electric motions systems and refurbishments
    • 2 axis electric motions systems – standard and custom
    • 3 axis electric motions systems and refurbishments
    • Complex, multi axis Hardware-In-the-Loop electric and hydraulic motion systems
  • Creates wiring schematics, engineer bills of material, technical manuals, and acceptance test procedures for:
    • 1 axis electric motions systems and refurbishments
    • 2 axis electric motions systems – standard and custom
    • 3 axis electric motions systems and refurbishments
    • Complex, multi axis Hardware-In-the-Loop electric and hydraulic motion systems
  • Assists fellow engineers, technicians, purchasing, and wire shop associates with questions and problems relating to products and/or systems within area of expertise
  • Performs drawing reviews to assist other engineers
  • Performs Acceptance Test Procedure reviews
  • Performs electrical system design for complex hydraulic system refurbishments
  • Performs duties with minimal supervision of the Electrical Engineering Team Lead or Head of Engineering

Your Profile/Qualifications/Skills:

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited college or university
  • At least seven years of relevant experience
  • A combination of education and experience may be considered
  • Limited travel required

We Offer:

  • Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401k match
  • Company-paid holidays and Paid Time Off
  • 9/80 or a 4/10 flex schedule option

About Acutronic:​​​​​​
The Acutronic Group has a proud history of building technologies and teams that are crucial to the aerospace, defense, and transportation industries.

Acutronic’s Simulation & Test Division is the global market leader in high-performance motion simulation and test equipment. Our rate tables and advanced centrifuges are used to test or calibrate inertial sensors, navigation systems, and stabilized electro-optics. Hardware-In-the-Loop motion simulators replicate the flight motion profiles and engagement scenarios of missiles. Geotechnical centrifuges and their related accessories are designed to study the behavior of structures, soil mechanics, and earthquakes. Our vibration test systems (shaker tables) allow users to carry out environmental tests to ensure the robustness or quality of manufactured products. The Division also develops and refurbishes stabilized or gimbaled-platforms utilized in applications such as tracking mounts, gun turrets, and directed-energy systems.
Acutronic’s Aerospace Components Division manufactures specialty components for use on uncrewed aerial vehicles, land defense applications, and missile systems. These products are used on next-generation aerospace programs and include a range of electric power systems, servo-actuators, micro-turbines, and Hybrid-Electric-Propulsion-Systems. We offer standard products and excel at designing highly customized solutions for demanding mission requirements.
The Acutronic Group employs approximately 300 employees across sites in Austin, Texas; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Switzerland; Germany; France; and India.
          
Acutronic USA Inc.

700 Waterfront Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
acutronic.com
+1 412 926 1200
 

Acutronic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact us at [email protected] or phone 412.926.1200.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited college or university
  • At least seven years of relevant engineering experience
  • Experience designing power electronic components
  • Experience with servo systems and/or motion control
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The Company
300 Employees
Year Founded: 1973

What We Do

Acutronic is a global engineering and manufacturing company and world leader in the development, design, and manufacture of precision motion simulators and high-performance motion simulation and test equipment. The organization specializes in advanced motion simulation, aerospace components, and defense technologies, providing crucial solutions for the aeronautics, space, defense, automotive, and transportation industries to ensure high performance and reliability in their operations.

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