Electrical Engineering Supervisor

Legrand Slovenija•Reno, NV

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Legrand is seeking an Electrical Engineering Supervisor to join the Power and Thermal Management team in Reno, Nevada. Under the general direction of the Senior Electrical Engineering Manager, this role supervises technical activities and projects within the Electrical Engineering Group. The supervisor independently designs and drafts layouts for complex printed circuit boards (PCBs), including high-voltage/current analog sensors and microprocessor-controlled digital circuits, and collaborates with the Principal Electrical Engineer on system architecture and analog and digital circuit designs for next-generation products. The position may include complex assignments requiring advanced knowledge and skill, and ensures work is performed efficiently in accordance with departmental and company policies, procedures, and goals. Legrand’s Power & Thermal Management division supports data-center infrastructure through products and services covering power, cooling, connectivity, management, and related infrastructure. The division serves customers deploying and operating high-density environments. Legrand, North & Central America offers medical, dental, and vision coverage; a high employer 401(k) match; paid time off and holiday pay; short- and long-term disability plans; paid maternity and parental leave; bonus opportunities under company incentive plans; paid volunteer time; and an Employee Resource Group network.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university with an emphasis in Electrical Engineering or a related field, comparable experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 5 years of experience in a similar industry.
Experience with PCB design and layout using ECAD tools.
Experience with analog, digital, and power design.
Strong technical leadership skills.
Strong knowledge of IPC standards.
Ability to design and troubleshoot complex PCB designs.
Effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to provide information across Engineering, Marketing, and Sales groups.
Exceptional organizational and planning skills, with the ability to work independently.
Project management skills, including planning, organizing, and coordinating tasks.
Computer proficiency and knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Familiarity with ISO 9000 standards and the audit process.

Nice To Haves

High-density product packaging design experience.
Experience with Altium Designer.

Responsibilities

Supervise project and technical activities within the Electrical Engineering Group.
Work with the Principal Electrical Engineer and provide technical support to the Electrical Engineering team.
Supervise Engineering Lab activities and manage lab and intern staff.
Provide weekly project status updates and employee performance feedback to the Senior Electrical Engineering Manager.
Maintain and create engineering documentation and procedures.
Design and lay out PCBs with high-voltage/current analog sensors, microprocessor-controlled digital circuits, and analog circuits.
Prepare power distribution and switching designs for AC/DC systems up to 1200V.
Perform mixed-signal design.
Coordinate design updates with Engineering Services to execute implementation plans.
Design using embedded microcontrollers.
Research technology to enhance Power, Access and Control products.
Review RMAs and identify systemic field failures requiring engineering research and resolution.
Create detailed system-level specifications for Power, Access and Control products and printed circuit board assemblies.
Prioritize rollout of circuit updates to existing products.
Provide technical support to partner companies performing design and development work for Power, Access and Control products.
Perform or direct root cause analysis and recommend design enhancements.
Promote positive company user relations by projecting a courteous, helpful attitude and assisting employees when appropriate.
Demonstrate original thinking and creativity, meet challenges resourcefully, suggest work improvements, and develop innovative approaches and ideas.
Make timely decisions, exercise sound judgment, explain the reasoning for decisions, and involve appropriate people, including department managers, in decision-making.