Electrical Design Engineer II

Electrical Design Engineer II

The Switchgear Electrical Design Engineer II is responsible for the design integration and application of control cabinets and electrical components on G&W products. This position is an integral piece of the entire company network and will work closely with all departments through their designs and engineering skillset. They are directly involved in the hardware design of control cabinets software programming for intelligent distribution relays specifying and design of networking systems and cabling SCADA systems and signal cabling and communication with user interfaced IEDs. G&W is looking for a highly motivated individual to join our fast pace work environment that affords plenty of consistent learning opportunities and problem-solving experience.

Primary/Essential Responsibilities

• Consult with Sales and Marketing customers and customer representatives to discuss product requirements applications and specifications when design or manufacturing problems are involved.
• Provide Engineering support to Manufacturing and Development Engineering on new and existing products and processes.
• Establish product specifications and standards
• Manage projects of all sizes with little to no supervision.
• Organize supervise and guide a team of engineers to perform Product Engineering functions:
• Simplify product designs for improved manufacturability and reduce cost without compromising product quality and function.
• Define processes select materials and provide analysis in the improvement or application of new or existing products and processes. Interface with purchasing and vendors in the selection and approval of component parts and assemblies. Construct and test prototype components or assemblies as required in the development and approval process.
• Prepare written documentation of processes material requirements test results and project activity as required.
• Provide direction to lower-level technical personnel such as Electrical Engineers and Designers
• Evaluate the performance of subordinates against their job requirements and performance goals within the time frame designated for their position level.
• Develop the employees work skills to improve department throughput and quality.
• Use Daily Management activities to drive the overall performance of the team including quality productivity lead time strategic initiatives and meeting internal and external customer needs.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical addition 3 years work experience in Electrical Engineering design or Electrical Engineering discipline.
• Experience creating drawings models assemblies and Schematic creation on CAD software Creo Schematics preferred.
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills and ability to coordinate the activities within the team comprised of diverse tasks and demanding schedules.
• Ability to work effectively with all departments and suppliers.
• Ability to manage multiple complex tasks simultaneously.
• Experience in electrical and basic mechanical troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of Windows Word Excel

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in circuit design and analysis PLC/Logic programming and electronic control design.
• Experience leading Lean and/or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Knowledge of and experience with power engineering systems fundamentals.
• Previous experience in an Engineered-to-Order and/or Manufacturing environment.
• DC circuit design.
• Three-phase power systems.
• One-Line Diagram experience.
• Experience in design or implementation of Instrument Transformers

What we offer you:

Typical pay is $ annually.

Please note the pay information shown above is a general guideline. Pay is based upon candidate skills experience and qualifications.

This position is eligible for participation in our Quarterly Incentive Pay Program

G&W Electric offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Health club membership program and reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401 (k)
• Annual Profit Sharing
• Vacation
• Air-conditioned/heated state-of-the-art manufacturing facility

About G&W Electric

Innovating since 1905 G&W Electric has grown into a global leader in engineered electrical power grid solutions. Working with us means joining a worldwide team of passionate manufacturing professionals striving to continually improve the technologies the world depends on to deliver safe reliable electricity. Our culture is focused on employee success so we foster an entrepreneurial environment that encourages everyone to thrive.

Learn more about our company by watching this video: Electric enjoys a long reputation for product quality innovation and world-class customer service to the power industry. We have established this reputation by believing that our greatest asset is our employees. We owe our success to the initiative and talents of highly skilled individuals within our team-based organization. Our goal is to set the standard for customer satisfaction by ensuring a superior level of service performance and innovation. As a global organization and industry leader we are committed to cultivating an engaging work environment that embraces our core values and develops our talent. Our continuous focus on growth and innovation means that you become part of a company that provides challenging opportunities rewards excellence and combines your individual expertise to achieve a higher level of shared success. As part of our organization you also help power the world!

G&W Electric is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age color disability gender national origin race religion sexual orientation gender identity protected veteran status or any other classification protected by federal state or local law. G&W Electric participates in the E-Verify process for all new hires.

*G&W Electric participates in the E-Verify process for all new hires.

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