Tool Integration Electrical Engineer I/II

Techtronic Industries - TTI•Anderson, SC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Techtronic Industries (TTi) is a fast-growing world leader in power tools, outdoor power equipment, accessories, and hand tools. At TTi Anderson, its RYOBI and RIDGID brands are known for cordless product platforms emphasizing quality, performance, safety, productivity, and innovation. The company is committed to advancing these industries through environmentally friendly cordless technology. The Tool Integration Electrical Engineer I/II drives embedded systems design and implementation for battery-powered outdoor equipment, focusing on power electronics, motor control, sensors, switches, harnesses, and connectors. Working under the supervision of senior engineers and as part of a team, the role supports product development in collaboration with hardware, firmware, product development, and test engineers. The position is onsite at the company’s headquarters in Anderson, South Carolina. The engineer develops hardware systems for new cordless tools, supports prototype assembly and troubleshooting, modifies existing embedded firmware as needed, and uses laboratory equipment to debug and develop designs. The role also includes experiments, simulations, data analysis, test-plan development, cross-functional product trade-off discussions, project planning and communication, and regulatory compliance work with support from the Regulatory team. Travel of up to 10% is required, including domestic and international travel, specifically to Vietnam.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
0.5 to 4 years of experience in embedded electronics design with strong hardware skills, including 32-bit microcontroller-based circuits. Relevant internships, co-ops, research, and hobbies may be considered as experience.
Experience with engineering design tools such as PCBA schematic/layout and circuit simulation software.
Understanding of battery-powered tool architecture and circuits, including troubleshooting and validation of circuit changes.
Knowledge of electronic component selection and design trade-offs.
Excellent problem-solving and multitasking skills, with the ability to exercise independent judgment and work well under pressure in a dynamic environment.
Ability to scrutinize designs for optimization, continuous improvement, and cost-reduction opportunities.
Proven ability to create a Work Breakdown Structure, drive projects to completion, communicate progress, and escalate roadblocks to management when needed.
Ability to travel up to 10%, including domestic and international travel to Vietnam.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to firmware, power electronics, EMI/EMC, and harness design.
Familiarity with embedded C development tools, including IDEs, compilers, and debuggers.

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of senior engineers, execute hardware systems development for new cordless tools, including PCBA hardware and wiring design and selection of switches, connectors, and electronic components.
Support prototype assembly, troubleshooting, and demonstrations to cross-functional team members.
Modify and expand existing embedded firmware as needed for new product offerings.
Use laboratory equipment to debug and develop designs.
Conduct experiments and simulations, analyze data, and draw concise, logical conclusions.
Work with other engineers to create and amend test plans for new product categories.
Participate in cross-functional trade-off discussions related to new product development.
Create Work Breakdown Structures, drive work toward critical milestones, and communicate project progress and risk mitigation throughout the organization.
Work with the Regulatory team to ensure new product designs comply with applicable regulatory standards, including UL, TÜV, CEC, CE, CPSC, and ANSI.
Travel up to 10% of the time, domestically and internationally, including to Vietnam.