Electrical Engineer - R&D

Walker Products Inc.•Wildwood, MO

About The Position

The R&D Electrical Engineer applies electronics and engineering principles to develop, verify, assemble, and document electronic systems used to test and produce engine management components. The role researches existing and emerging technologies for potential business applications and assists with the design, verification, and production of automotive sensor products. It creates PCBs, schematics, wiring diagrams, system layouts, and mechanical drawings to document test-system builds, establishes tolerances for sensor testing as needed, and uses engineering expertise to find creative solutions to technical problems.

Requirements

Sound knowledge of electrical design engineering principles and best practices.
Ability to create electronic designs and documentation accurately and efficiently using applicable software and established best practices.
Strong understanding of oscilloscopes, DMMs, and other measurement devices as needed.
Ability to use robust strategies to verify work-product accuracy throughout the design process.
Documented, successful hands-on electronics design experience and knowledge of the processes is preferred over degree credentials.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering is ideal.
Experience with PLC, PIC, Python, or C++ programming, including microcontroller programming.
Automotive experience or knowledge, particularly involving engines and electronic sensor components.

Responsibilities

Meet with design teams and stakeholders to determine electronics applications and requirements.
Produce accurate, high-quality work that meets design parameters and efficiency expectations.
Create accurate, well-ordered schematics and PCBs using applicable schematic and PCB layout programs.
Design compatible electrical and electronic subsystems down to the component level.
Evaluate, troubleshoot, design, and modify circuitry and systems used to produce and evaluate vehicle sensor components, as required by project scope.
Design or assist with PLC and microcontroller designs for test automation of engine operations and functions.
Research and develop electronic test evaluation criteria for vehicle engine management components.
Conduct design reviews of proposed developments at key intervals with the design team and stakeholders.
Collaborate with the design team to address concerns and gather ideas and practices for projects.
Prepare well-presented, labelled, accurate spreadsheets to analyze, display, and share data.
Generate operational procedures, specifications, diagrams, and other documentation as needed.
Provide expertise on sensor design and testing issues to support company needs.
Use user feedback and data to upgrade, improve, or repair existing machines as appropriate.
Keep current with technology advancements, design trends, and engineering best practices.
Ensure products are user-friendly and safe for the environment, and comply with industry safety standards.
Continually improve the efficiency and accuracy of the work.