Electrical Engineer, Sr

States Manufacturing LLC•Champlin, MN

About The Position

We are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to oversee and lead the design of electrical control systems for the safe, effective, and efficient operation of Forgent products and processes. The role is responsible for meeting and exceeding company quality and production standards, as well as customer documentation and delivery requirements. The position leads electrical design and development, interprets customer specifications, and provides technical direction to engineering and design teams. It also supports manufacturing, assembly, testing, troubleshooting, customer projects, and continuous improvement. The engineer works with cross-functional teams and external partners, develops training and technical documentation, and provides on-site technical and customer support as needed, with minimal travel.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
Ability to design and lead electrical projects based on functional requirements and industry standards.
10+ years of engineering experience, including leadership or advanced technical responsibilities.
Experience supporting product assembly, manufacturing, and testing processes.
Ability to coordinate and manage engineering tasks for customer projects.
Experience developing quotes or providing technical input for project proposals.
Proficiency with electrical design software and engineering tools.
Ability to use electrical test equipment relevant to power or control systems.
Strong relationship-building skills with internal teams, customers, and suppliers.
Proficiency with standard business software, including Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Advanced electrical engineering expertise, technical leadership, and problem-solving and root-cause-analysis capabilities.
Cross-functional collaboration, project management, prioritization, communication, and technical-writing skills.
Continuous improvement mindset, innovation and concept development capabilities, relationship management, attention to detail, and professionalism and confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

Background in electrical power systems, control systems, or related engineering fields.
Ability to collaborate effectively across electrical, mechanical, and software engineering functions.
Experience with CAD/PDM tools or similar design environments.
Experience in renewable energy, energy storage, data centers, or emerging power technologies.

Responsibilities

Lead and support the design and development of electrical control systems in alignment with engineering standards, customer requirements, applicable codes, project schedules, and budgets.
Review and interpret customer specifications and project documents, providing guidance to engineering and design teams.
Use design software and tools to develop and oversee electrical design packages.
Improve design processes through standardized practices, tools, and systems that enhance quality, efficiency, and consistency.
Evaluate and select electrical and electronic components for control systems and related assemblies.
Provide technical troubleshooting and support to internal teams, customers, and field service personnel.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve design, manufacturing, and quality issues and improve processes and methods.
Create training materials, documentation, and procedures to support engineering team development.
Keep current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and product advancements to support innovation and product development.
Build and maintain working relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, vendors, and internal teams.
Provide on-site technical and customer support as needed, with minimal travel.
Follow company safety, quality, and housekeeping policies.
Coordinate and manage engineering tasks for customer projects.
Develop quotes or provide technical input for project proposals.