Electrical Engineer- Controllers

Watts Water•Fort Myers, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Electrical Engineer provides technical support for product design, manufacturing execution, and field applications. The engineer solves moderately complex engineering problems, influences operational decisions within the department, and plays a key role in implementing design improvements and sustaining activities. Collaboration, continuous learning, and hands‑on investigation are essential to success in this role. This position reports to the Senior Sustaining Engineering Manager. This role is onsite and is based in Fort Myers, Florida. Watts has been building best-in-class products for 150 years, focusing on smart, connected, and sustainable water solutions, aiming to provide safe, clean water for the world and protect the planet's most valuable resource.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
3+ years of in-depth experience with commercial electrical and electronic devices and their systems.
Understanding of and adherence to applicable laws, codes, policies, regulations, and safety practices and procedures, as applicable.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or related continuous improvement methodologies
Experience in the design and specification of electrical control equipment
Experience conducting root cause analyses and implementing solutions
In-depth knowledge of Microsoft 365, specifically Excel
Must successfully establish employment eligibility and satisfactorily complete background checks and required pre-employment testing as a condition of employment
Commitment to Watts’ values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement, innovation, and transparency.
Punctuality and dependability.
Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions.
Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts.
Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees.
Adherence to Watts’ seven cultural beliefs: Growth Mindset, Customer-Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action.

Responsibilities

Support sustaining engineering and new product development through hands‑on electrical engineering tasks.
Deliver assigned project milestones on time, following established project plans.
Develop and execute production and test plans for electrical devices and systems.
Create, modify, and interpret electrical schematics.
Modify, interpret, and occasionally develop basic firmware or embedded code under guidance.
Troubleshoot and resolve moderately complex electrical and mechanical issues.
Contribute to new product and technology development across multiple platforms.
Collaborate cross‑functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and product teams using core electrical and controls engineering principles.
Apply working knowledge of engineering systems, standards, and operational processes.
Provide required engineering deliverables within the stage‑gate process.
Support commissioning activities and understand customer requirements to ensure proper controller operation.
Prioritize tasks effectively and clearly communicate progress in a team‑oriented environment.
Participate in huddles, scrums, and project meetings as required.
Stay current on industry practices and apply new learning to improve engineering processes.
Assume responsibility for other projects and duties as assigned by the Engineering Manager or Company management.