Electrical Project Engineer II, New Product Development

$71,200 - $92,600/Yr

G&W Electric Co - Aurora, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Aurora, IL

Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing

About the position

The Electrical Project Engineer II role at G&W Electric focuses on supporting product realization through collaboration with cross-functional teams. This position involves managing project schedules, budgets, and ensuring compliance with design specifications for Medium Voltage switchgear. The engineer will be responsible for creating engineering test plans, conducting analyses, and interfacing with vendors, while also providing support to sales, marketing, and manufacturing teams.

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned tasks and assist team members to ensure project completion according to schedule.
• Assist with the development of project schedules and manage project coordination.
• Prepare project budgets and assist with the completion of Product Realization Stage Gate Requirements.
• Manage system level design requirements for Medium Voltage switchgear according to specifications and standards.
• Create engineering test plans for design responsibilities and construct/test prototype components as needed.
• Perform pre-test calculations and review test data in relation to calculations and standards.
• Conduct engineering analysis for new products and their subcomponents.
• Perform troubleshooting and root cause analysis on new and existing products.
• Document processes, material requirements, test results, and project activities as required.
• Interface with purchasing and vendors for component selection and approval.
• Provide engineering support to sales, marketing, and manufacturing for new and existing products.
• Direct supporting personnel such as Associate Engineers, Designers, and Technicians.
• Maintain CAD databases and libraries following established procedures.
• Review engineering drawings prior to release for manufacturing and approve applicable drawings.
• Ensure selected parts and processes meet project and company goals for cost efficiency and reliability.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• More than 3 years of progressive experience in engineering design and/or development.
• Experience with 3D parametric modeling.
• Experience working on highly technical projects and a desire to tackle new challenges.
• Familiarity with new product development Stage Gate Process.
• Effective communication skills, including preparing presentations and leading project meetings.
• Technical knowledge in motor operators, current and voltage sensing, grounding and voltage surges, and power systems.
• Experience in analog and digital circuit board design.
• Ability to use soldering iron and small hand/power tools.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project.
• Experience with SPICE software or equivalents.
• Ability to write technical documents such as test reports and engineering standards.
• Ability to read and interpret technical standards.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with DFMEA strongly preferred.
• ProE/Creo and Finite Element experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of medium/high voltage electrical power systems.
• A history of creativity, innovation, and initiative; self-starter driven to learn new methodologies.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Health club membership program and reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401 (k)
• Annual Profit Sharing
• Vacation
• Air-conditioned/heated state-of-the-art manufacturing facility