R&D Electrical Engineer

nVent • Wildwood, MO

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The R&D Electrical Engineer applies engineering design methods and techniques to develop, plan, and carry out complex design, development, analysis, experimentation, testing, and product-assurance work. The role conducts specialized technical analyses, resolves difficult technical problems, contributes to improving engineering models, and performs technical studies on sophisticated engineering and scientific problems. It also provides specialized support to project leaders, including developing product specifications, documents, and test procedures. The engineer uses communication and leadership skills and participates in kaizen activities that bring multifunctional groups together to meet shared goals.

nVent is a global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. The company designs, manufactures, markets, installs, and services products that connect and protect sensitive equipment, buildings, and critical processes. Its portfolio includes brands such as nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF, and TRACHTE.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related degree.
• Experience with hands-on testing and verification using engineering methods and equipment.
• Experience using laboratory test equipment, such as oscilloscopes, network analyzers, logic analyzers, and data acquisition equipment.
• Experience with circuit board design and fabrication, including familiarity with schematics and layouts.
• Experience in systems engineering and system architecture development.
• Solid understanding of Cortex ARM processor architectures.
• Experience using MATLAB, Simulink, LabVIEW, PSpice, or equivalent tools.
• Familiarity with Altium or comparable electronic design software.

Nice To Haves

• Ideally 5+ years of experience working with electronics/electrical design and/or product development.
• Preferred experience with high-voltage power distribution and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Apply engineering design methods and techniques to complex design, development, analysis, experimentation, testing, and product-assurance tasks.
• Conduct specialized technical analyses and address difficult technical problems.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of engineering models.
• Conduct technical studies for sophisticated engineering and scientific problems.
• Assist project leaders with developing product specifications, documents, and test procedures.
• Use communication and leadership skills to support project work.
• Participate in kaizen activities and encourage multifunctional groups to work toward common goals.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
• Critical illness and accident insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Employee stock purchase plan with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement may be available.
• Caregiver, personal, and parental leave may be available.
• Back-up care services may be available.
• Paid time off, including volunteer time, may be available.
• Well-being program may be available.
• Legal and identity theft protection may be available.
• Employee incentives may be available, depending on the position offered.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level