Position Overview:
Under the direction of the Engineering Manager KT Innovation the Senior Electrical Engineer will conduct critical and complex engineering research and development projects to support Key Technology (KT) and New Product Development (NPD) of Fitness Equipment. The Senior Electrical Engineer will perform advanced development innovation and critical problem solving to enhance Johnson Health Techs product portfolio. This position requires a highly creative and flexible individual who can stretch to support the specific needs of the development situation and manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will be willing to move fast fail early iterate and consistently deliver. They are never married to ideas have a penchant for creating new IP and IP workarounds and will help Johnson Health Tech continue to be a leader in the fitness space.
This is a non-supervisory position.
Responsibilities:
Understand and integrate potential new technologies features modalities/ergonomics into Johnson products
Create proof-of-concepts (PoC) and partner with the Product Management team for review and refinement
Evaluate and test for viability and risk mitigation
Feed new product development by successfully and smoothly transitioning PoCs to NPD engineering teams based on Asia sourcing and manufacturing
Develop and document design and specifications
Strive to move beyond the status quo with a positive problem-solving and can-do approach. Know which battles to win and those to compromise on
Create new intellectual property and intellectual property workarounds
Other projects as assigned.
Skills:
Well-rounded engineering experience including analog and digital hardware design microcontrollers motor control digital communications system connectivity and firmware development
Self-starter with strong organizational skills able to work independently or on a team
Willing collaborator flexible work approach looking for ways to improve self and processes
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse groups of co-workers customers and vendors
Skilled in planning organizing resources and establishing priorities for work assignments for optimum results
Able to handle multiple projects
Able to effectively present ideas and information through excellent verbal and written communication skills
Always ready to get their hands dirty
No-compromise attitude in achieving targets
Likes to be challenged
Strong sense of initiative and a sense of urgency demonstrated by accomplishing tasks; improving current work processes; and assisting others when necessary
Unwavering attention to detail and commitment to world-class quality
Ability to embrace deadlines
Able to project a positive and professional demeanor to all internal and external contacts
Education:
A bachelors degree from an ABET-accredited institution in Electrical Engineering
Experience:
Minimum of 10 years professional experience in electrical hardware design
Advanced technical troubleshooting experience
Advanced knowledge of PCB layout best practices
Advanced knowledge in board bring up
Proficiency with EMC/EMI requirements and mitigation techniques
Proficiency with motor control or control theory
Proficiency in system engineering
Proficiency in firmware development
Proficiency in writing technical documentation
Well-qualified candidates will possess engineering experience with fitness products and strong fitness market knowledge
Other Requirements:
Ability and willingness to travel internationally approximately 1-2 trips to Asia annually
Strong and creative problem-solving skills
Ability to work well with numerous diverse groups and individuals
Ability and desire to mentor less experienced team members
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Benefits:
We offer an excellent compensation package and team-oriented work environment with growth opportunities.
Some of our outstanding benefits include:
Health & Dental Insurance
Company paid Life Insurance
401(k)
Paid Time Off benefits
Product discounts
Wellness programs
EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability
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Required Experience:
Senior IC