Electrical Design Engineer

Go McPherson•McPherson, KS

About The Position

As a member of the engineering staff, the Electrical Design Engineer must be accomplished, self-motivated, with the ability to design, maintain and support our industry-leading products and systems. The Electrical Design Engineer will work across a variety of functional groups that are directly involved in engineering, product development, and some R&D. The Electrical Design Engineer will also act as the resident subject matter expert in making critical design decisions, ongoing standards, and improvements over time.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant electrical design field
Competent in the use of electrical engineering software
Strong understanding of electrical manufacturing processes
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Proven track record of developing solutions that accomplish all machine requirements, customer requirements, and regulation requirements.
Technical Capacity.
Problem Solving, Analysis, Troubleshooting
Communication Proficiency
Work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others
Compliance with all safety rules and guidelines
Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a positive team attitude.
Consistently adhere to assigned work schedule, ensuring punctuality and reliability.
Ability to work independently making design decisions.

Nice To Haves

Familiar with PLC Programming is a plus, but not necessary.

Responsibilities

Evaluates electrical systems, products, components, and applications by researching specifications and designing complete systems; applying knowledge of electricity and materials.
Develops electrical products by studying customer requirements; researching and testing manufacturing and assembly methods and materials.
Develops manufacturing processes by designing and modifying equipment for building and assembling electrical components; soliciting observations from operators.
Prepares product reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
Provides engineering information by answering questions and requests.
Maintains product and company reputation by complying with federal and state regulations.
Develops and maintains electrical design standards and a product database using relevant and effective computer programs for the purpose; entering data.
Guides electrical designers in critical design decisions and standards.
Performs various R&D when determining the viability of new electrical design solutions as needed.
Coordinates with mechanical designers as needed to ensure integrated designs.
Acts independently to make design decisions within given parameters and requirements.
Participates in relationships with partner vendors to coordinate future design directions.
Completes projects by training and guiding technicians on critical electrical design elements.
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.