05487 - Electric Motor Design Engineer

Crafted Staff•Kalamazoo, MI

12h•Onsite

About The Position

The Electric Motor Design Engineer leads complex engineering assignments involving electromagnetic design of AC and DC motors and the development of new or improved products, methods, techniques, and processes. The role combines advanced technical design work with technical project leadership, including planning, organizing, coordinating, and verifying engineering work to meet technical requirements, schedules, costs, and customer expectations. Extensive gear design and manufacturing expertise is needed to support product integration and optimize designs for manufacturing and assembly. The position provides technical responsibility for assigned projects and products, without direct supervisory responsibility. The engineer develops project goals, plans, schedules, milestones, staffing, and resource requirements; monitors progress and costs; coordinates technical work; and resolves technical or scheduling issues. The position also prepares and reviews engineering analyses, drawings, schematics, test and verification plans, reports, and manufacturing-process documentation. It verifies product performance through analysis, similarity assessments, and testing, and maintains project records and technical databases. The role collaborates with engineering teams, manufacturing, vendors, customers, internal leadership, and other external partners. It supports continuous improvement, advises management on significant engineering matters, and trains and mentors less experienced employees. The position is onsite in Kalamazoo, Michigan, on a first-shift schedule. The stated salary range is $130,000–$160,000 annually, depending on experience and education, with a 15% bonus opportunity. Relocation assistance is available.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
Typically 10 or more years of related engineering experience, or demonstrated ability to perform the position’s responsibilities.
Strong background in electromagnetic design of AC and DC motors.
Extensive gear design and manufacturing experience.
Knowledge of Design for Manufacturing and Design for Assembly (DFM/DFA) principles.
Comprehensive knowledge of engineering theories, principles, practices, techniques, regulations, and policies relevant to assigned products.
Ability to integrate knowledge from related engineering disciplines and technical specialists.
Comprehensive knowledge of continuous improvement principles and ability to lead their implementation.
Proficiency with standard business applications and specialized data-analysis, design, and project-management tools.
Ability to analyze complex technical problems, evaluate multiple factors, and develop practical solutions.
Ability to establish goals, coordinate complex projects, and communicate progress at project milestones.
Sound judgment in selecting engineering methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria.
Ability to interpret complex policies and recommend procedural improvements.
Ability to respond effectively to significant inquiries from customers, regulatory agencies, and business representatives.
Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills, including the ability to communicate complex technical topics to senior leadership and customers.
Strong analytical skills, including defining problems, collecting data, establishing facts, and drawing valid conclusions.
Ability to collaborate effectively and participate in goal-setting, performance feedback, and professional development.
Ability to work onsite in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of solid-model CAD software.
Experience using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools.
Experience using engineering simulation software.

Responsibilities

Research and execute complex engineering assignments involving electromagnetic design of AC and DC motors.
Develop new or improved engineering methods, techniques, products, and processes.
Apply gear design and manufacturing expertise to support product integration and incorporate DFM/DFA principles into product development.
Determine project specifications by reviewing product designs, customer requirements, performance expectations, and data requirements.
Conduct technical studies and prepare cost estimates.
Prepare or coordinate product layouts, detailed drawings, and schematics with designers, drafters, and other engineers.
Develop tooling and fixtures for new products and processes, and work with tooling vendors on design and manufacturing requirements.
Develop project goals, objectives, phases, tasks, staffing needs, and resource requirements with management.
Prepare project plans, schedules, and milestones; monitor progress; coordinate activities; and resolve technical or scheduling problems.
Evaluate alternative solutions and review design, specification, plan, and schedule changes to recommend actions that meet commitments.
Monitor project costs, review expenditures, and administer contractor agreements when assigned.
Prepare project status reports and provide technical leadership on new program teams.
Prepare and review technical work, including system schematics, layouts, sketches, algorithms, transfer functions, test plans, procedures, and reports.
Verify product performance through similarity assessments, engineering analysis, and testing; develop verification plans aligned with product requirements.
Analyze engineering and process data to identify trends and recommend improvements.
Prepare documentation for new manufacturing processes and engineering procedures, and maintain engineering history files, project records, and technical databases.
Apply established engineering practices, standards, and documentation methods and ensure compliance with applicable company policies and industry regulations.
Communicate project status and technical recommendations to customers and internal leadership.
Coordinate with engineering teams, other divisions, vendors, academic professionals, government agencies, and technology providers.
Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives and evaluate proposed changes to methods and procedures using data and comparative analysis.
Serve as a technical consultant to management on significant engineering matters.
Train and mentor less experienced employees, share specialized technical knowledge, and represent the organization on assigned projects.
Maintain technical expertise through training, technical publications, benchmarking, and professional associations.

Benefits

Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.
Optional life, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance.
401(k) plan with company matching contributions equal to 100% of the first 5% of pay.
Company-funded defined-contribution retirement plan with an annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
Career development and tuition reimbursement.
Paid parental leave.
Short-term and long-term disability programs.
Adoption assistance.
Care.com membership and financial planning assistance.
Optional identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness programs.
Paid time off and up to 15 company-paid holidays.
Relocation assistance.
Employee resource groups, recognition events, and engagement activities.
Donation matching, charitable programs, disaster relief support, and paid volunteer hours.
Employee discounts on eligible products and services.
Employee referral awards of up to $4,000 for qualifying hires.
Flexible work attire under a Dress for Your Day policy.
Free onsite fitness center available 24 hours.
Onsite cafeteria and vending options.
15% bonus opportunity.