Electrical Design Engineer II

POSITION SUMMARY:

Perform engineering activities for design, development, application, customer order design, manufacture, assembly, test, installation and servicing of electrical and electro-mechanical equipment.

• Perform engineering activities that support the design and manufacture of new Transportation Systems Division (TSD) products and the advancement of existing products.
• Design new and/or improve existing systems and components.
• Assist with the creation of proposals including budgets, schedules and technical specifications.
• Meet with customers and end-users to discuss and resolve technical, financial, and schedule issues. Lead root cause evaluations of failure and defects as assigned.
• Develop, prepare and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) and design drawings.
• Issue and maintain product manuals, training documents, presentations, contractual documents, etc.
• Originate, select and/or maintain purchasing specifications for all components of product(s).
• Support field service work by providing information and troubleshooting equipment both remotely and in person.
• Develop and/or approve assembly and test processes. Direct and coordinate assembly and testing of prototype products.
• Identify U.S. components to replace imported components and participate in vendor qualification.
• Work with component suppliers to optimize design, improve quality, and reduce cost.
• Perform product and equipment testing. Compile and analyze operational, test, and research data.
• Assist and support Manufacturing, Purchasing, Quality, and Sales departments with production and documentation needs.
• Further the goals and positive, professional image of the Department by conducting business with outside contacts and other MEPPI departments in a timely and cooperative manner.
• Know MEPPI’s Quality, Safety and Environmental Policies. Be able to fully discuss the importance of these and their impact in the workplace.

EDUCATION/SPECIAL SKILLS/EXPERIENCE/TRAINING:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering with 3-5 years’ experience in a design engineering capacity, or equivalent education and experience.

• Advanced knowledge of software-based design tools and engineering design such as CAD tools and structural analysis, PSIM and power electronics design, Altium and circuit board design, etc.

• Advanced interpersonal, communication and presentation skills required to communicate with customers, employees, and suppliers.

• Ability to work in a team environment and on several projects simultaneously.

• Ability to read, understand and create technical drawings and material.

• Advanced analytical and problem solving skills.

• Advanced computer skills, with emphasis on Microsoft Office products, and ERP/MRP systems.

• Ability to travel up to 20% domestically and internationally as required.