Essential Duties &
ResponsibilitiesElectrical Design & System Architecture
- Own the design and specification of electrical components and subsystems, including motors, control boards, VFD interfaces, wiring harnesses, power supplies, and communication modules.
- Define and document electrical architectures for fan systems, including power distribution, control, protection, and communication topologies.
- Create and maintain schematics, wiring diagrams, PCB documentation, and BOMs; review PCB layouts for best practices in power electronics, EMC, creepage/clearance, and manufacturability.
- Apply sound engineering principles and DFx (DFM, DFT, DFA) to deliver designs that are reliable, safe, and compliant with regulatory standards.
- Lead and participate in formal design reviews with electrical, mechanical, firmware, manufacturing, and compliance teams.
Motor Drives, VFD-Integration & Control
- Lead integration and tuning of VFD-driven systems for HVLS and motor applications.
- Collaborate closely with embedded/firmware engineers on motor-control strategies and hardware interface requirements.
- Analyze and resolve complex issues related to inrush current, overcurrent faults, EMI/EMC interactions, harmonics, and thermal performance.
- Evaluate new drive technologies and components for performance, cost, and long-term reliability.
Testing, Validation & Compliance Leadership
- Define and execute test plans for electrical performance, reliability, safety, environmental, and system-level behavior.
- Drive DOE airflow testing strategy, electrical efficiency validation, and regulatory compliance.
- Lead EMC/EMI pre-compliance and compliance efforts in collaboration with internal and external labs.
- Ensure designs meet UL, IEC, DOE, FCC, and internal quality standards; interpret data and drive corrective actions.
Networking, Communications & Systems Integration
- Architect and implement robust industrial communication interfaces (Modbus RTU/TCP, BACnet, EtherCAT preferred).
- Specify and guide development of communication modules and translator PCBs.
- Support integration with HMIs, VFDs, and supervisory systems to ensure reliable system-level behavior.
Product Development, Ownership & Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Serve as electrical engineering lead on assigned projects.
- Plan electrical tasks, provide updates, and assess risks.
- Work with suppliers and manufacturing to qualify components, resolve production issues, and support cost reduction initiatives.
- Mentor junior engineers and technicians.
Troubleshooting, Lab Work & Continuous Improvement
- Lead root-cause analysis for issues in development, validation, or field environments.
- Define and refine test methods, fixtures, and automation.
- Maintain high standards for data integrity, documentation, and lab safety.
- Seek opportunities to simplify designs, reduce cost, and improve robustness.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Deep understanding of electrical engineering concepts, including AC/DC power conversion, motors, and protection.
- Strong experience with industrial communication protocols (Modbus, BACnet, EtherCAT).
- Proficiency with schematic/PCB tools (Altium, OrCAD).
- Hands-on skills with lab instrumentation (oscilloscopes, analyzers, DAQ).
- Experience with EMC/EMI design and compliance.
- Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
- Self-driven, organized, and capable of owning deliverables.
- Experience mentoring junior engineers is a plus.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering required;
- Typically 5–8+ years of electrical design experience.
- Proven track record taking complex electromechanical products from concept to production.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work in lab/manufacturing environments and lift up to 50 lbs.
