Motors Engineer II

Milwaukee Tool•Brookfield, MT

About The Position

The Motor Engineer II collaborates with local cross-functional, Global Motor Engineering, and Operations teams to create and execute test plans that verify motor performance and thermal limits against project requirements. The role develops and applies a platform-based approach to motor design to support consistent, efficient mass production of Milwaukee motors and products worldwide. The engineer independently designs, prototypes, tests, and troubleshoots motors for projects of mid to high complexity. The position involves hands-on power-tool experiments, simulations, data analysis, and failure analysis, as well as project and workflow management. The Motor Engineer II communicates progress and risks across the organization, provides technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, and works with suppliers and manufacturers on component selection and future product needs. The role also supports technical meetings and presentations, develops knowledge of development and manufacturing processes, and designs and qualifies solutions to applicable regulatory standards.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
At least 2 years of experience in a design-related role.
Familiarity with one or more of the following: basic theory of brushless and brushed PMDC and AC motors; electromagnetic analysis and motor design; motor construction and assembly; motor component design and manufacturing methods; FEA; or CAD.
Excellent problem-solving skills, independent judgment, and ability to work under pressure in a dynamic environment.
Self-motivated, organized, efficient, process-oriented, and strong work ethic.
Ability to travel 10% of the time, domestically and internationally.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
Experience with motors in a related industry.
Proficiency with FEA and/or CAD.

Responsibilities

Design, prototype, test, and troubleshoot motors independently for mid- to high-complexity projects.
Create test plans for motor components and assemblies within project scope.
Use laboratory equipment, including oscilloscopes, power supplies, electronic loads, and data acquisition systems.
Conduct hands-on power-tool experiments and simulations, and analyze data to draw concise, logical conclusions.
Perform root-cause failure analysis on motor failures.
Self-manage and track projects, design contributions, and test workflows to ensure adherence to schedules and company processes.
Communicate progress, barriers, and business risks or opportunities across the organization.
Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and coaching to junior engineers while modeling company culture.
Work with component suppliers and manufacturers on appropriate component selection for current projects and provide input on future product needs.
Schedule and facilitate technical meetings, develop agendas, and document meetings and formal presentations.
Maintain knowledge of company development and manufacturing processes to support efficient mass production of power tools.
Design and qualify new solutions to applicable regulatory standards, including UL, CEC, CE, and ANSI.