Electrical Project Engineer II, New Product Development

$71,200 - $92,600/Yr

G&W Electric Co - Naperville Park District, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Naperville Park District, 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 is responsible for managing project schedules, budgets, and ensuring compliance with product realization requirements, while also engaging in design and testing of new electrical products.

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.
• Troubleshoot and perform 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