The Role
Lead design, development, testing, and support of electromechanical products for the intelligent power grid. Create detailed models, perform PCB layout and mechanical packaging, execute verification/validation tests, ensure regulatory compliance, and support production builds and first article inspections.
Summary Generated by Built In
The Senior Design Engineer will lead the design, development, testing, and support of new product solutions in the intelligent power grid.
Key responsibilities
- Design and develop conceptual & detailed product models.
- Prepare, execute and document verification and validation test plans including test method and acceptance criteria.
- Design controller products that include microprocessor based controls used in power distribution automation, applications, including capacitor controls, source transfer controls, electronics fuses, switchgear controls, as well as patented peer-to-peer feeder restoration systems
- Design electrononic products for smart gird solutions, including analog and unique power supply designs
- Contribute to packaging, user documentation, safety labels and product markings.
- Perform First Article Inspection and part quality approvals based on form, fit, function.
Mandatory:
- Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
- 7 to 10 years of hands on experience in design, development and testing of Electromechanical products such as Inverters, Drives, Servers, network switches etc.
- Experience with circuit board layout on analog and mixed signal boards
- Experience with new production build and modification of electronic products to manufacturing
- Practical knowledge in designing assemblies using sheet metal, mounting PCBA’s, cable harnesses, electrical contacts/terminals/receptacles, springs, and fasteners.
- Experience in 3D CAD modeling using SolidWorks (sheetmetal, plastic, cable).
- Tolerance stack-up analysis.
- Experience with regulatory compliance, IEC/UL/CSA/NEMA standards, National Electric Code etc.
Preferred:
- Experience and use of simulation tools for finite element analysis and thermal simulation is preferred.
- Understanding of EMI/EMC, thermal impact would be an advantage.
- Design of packaging used for electronic equipment would be desired.
Skills Required
- Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
- 7 to 10 years of hands on experience in design, development and testing of electromechanical products such as inverters, drives, servers, network switches.
- Experience with circuit board layout on analog and mixed signal boards.
- Experience with new production build and modification of electronic products to manufacturing.
- Practical knowledge designing assemblies using sheet metal, mounting PCBAs, cable harnesses, electrical contacts/terminals/receptacles, springs, and fasteners.
- Experience in 3D CAD modeling using SolidWorks (sheetmetal, plastic, cable).
- Tolerance stack-up analysis.
- Experience with regulatory compliance: IEC/UL/CSA/NEMA standards, National Electric Code.
- Experience and use of simulation tools for finite element analysis and thermal simulation.
- Understanding of EMI/EMC and thermal impact.
- Design of packaging used for electronic equipment.
Am I A Good Fit?
Get Personalized Job Insights.
Our AI-powered fit analysis compares your resume with a job listing so you know if your skills & experience align.
Success! Refresh the page to see how your skills align with this role.
The Company
What We Do
Aluma-Form is a manufacturer specializing in innovative, custom-engineered overhead utility and communications solutions. The company provides industry-leading fiberglass, aluminum, and apitong wood products designed for the electric utility and communications industries, offering a range of high-quality, cost-effective solutions including platforms, cluster mounts, and equipment mounts.
