Electrical Engineer

Belcan • Chillicothe, IL

132d • $63

About The Position

The Electrical Engineer position involves developing test plans, validation procedures, and documentation to ensure functional and performance compliance, taking full ownership of the assigned task. The role includes designing, modeling, and simulating power electronics systems, as well as designing prototypes, debugging, and conducting fault analysis for power electronic systems hardware such as inverters and converters. Collaboration with design engineers, mechanical, PCB layout, and firmware engineers is essential to ensure a smooth transition from design to validation and production. The engineer will utilize laboratory equipment to conduct detailed analysis and root cause investigations, perform design validation under various operating conditions, and interface with suppliers and internal manufacturing teams for design for testability and design for manufacturing. Maintaining rigorous safety protocols during high-voltage testing activities is also a critical aspect of the role.

Requirements

• Master's degree in electrical engineering, Power Electronics, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in power electronics testing and validation.
• Hands-on experience with converter/inverter prototyping, test benches, and debugging.
• Strong understanding of DC-DC converters, AC-DC inverters, magnetics, and control algorithms.
• Proficiency in using lab instruments and data acquisition tools.
• Familiarity with simulation tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, or LTspice.
• Experience with standards and compliance (UL, IEC, ISO) for power electronics systems.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with automated test systems.
• Understanding of EMI/EMC testing, thermal design, and environmental validation.
• Knowledge of embedded systems and microcontroller-based converter control.

Responsibilities

• Develop test plans, validation procedures, and documentation to ensure functional and performance compliance.
• Design, model, and simulate power electronics systems.
• Design prototypes, debug, and conduct fault analysis for power electronic systems hardware (inverters/converters) and optimize.
• Collaborate with design engineers to ensure smooth transition from design to validation and production.
• Collaborate with mechanical, PCB layout, and firmware engineers to develop and validate design.
• Utilize laboratory equipment (oscilloscopes, power analyzers, thermal cameras, etc.) to conduct detailed analysis and root cause investigations.
• Perform design validation under various operating conditions (temperature, voltage, load profile, EMI/EMC).
• Interface with suppliers and internal manufacturing teams for design for testability (DFT) and design for manufacturing (DFM).
• Maintain rigorous safety protocols during high-voltage testing activities.

Benefits

• Medical / Health Benefits with multiple plan options.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Dental and Vision / glasses / prescription contact lens and eye test options available.
• On the job training / cross-training to develop and expand skills.
• Tuition reimbursement available for relevant development opportunities.
• Life Insurance, disability insurance, and voluntary life insurance for family members available.
• Scheduled performance reviews create opportunities for advancement and pay increases.
• Referral Program compensates active employees for referring friends and former colleagues.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees