Summary Develops new and updates existing PCBA designs which include a combination of logic, motor controls, and EMC/EMI protection and filtering. Analytical studies on engineering proposals to develop design for products by performing the following duties. The electrical design engineer is accountable for working with the mechanical engineer to ensure successful integration of electrical assemblies and components into a product.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Analyzes research data and proposed product specifications to determine feasibility of product proposal.
• Prepare and direct printed circuit board assembly layout, detailed drawings and electrical schematics.
• Analyze electrical components and assemblies to meet all customer and internal specification requirements for complex products including identifying suitable alternates for existing obsolete or end-of-life components.
• Perform electrical simulation analyses to validate component sizing and performance.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills including presentations internally and to customers.
• Directs and coordinates manufacturing or building of prototype product or system.
• Plans and develops experimental test programs to prove out PCBA circuits and designs.
• Analyzes test data and reports to determine if design meets functional and performance specifications.
• Evaluates engineering test results for possible application to development of systems or other uses.
• Uses computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering and design tasks.
• Ability to operate in a team environments and communicate effectively. Work alongside technicians, support engineers, and designers.
• Perform necessary tasks and works with project engineer to coordinate all necessary activities inside or outside the engineering department; to meet cost, performance and schedule requirements for the assigned projects and tasks.

• Ability to work independently and demonstrate sound judgement, including the ability to disposition hardware with supervision of senior level engineers and engineering management.
• Create and maintain bill of materials up to final release into the document control system.
• Supports Qualification testing involving electronics including writing of test procedures, reports, assisting with the tests themselves and any related troubleshooting of the PCBA design.
• Supports Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) activities associated with development, qualification, or production returns.
• Accountable for accurate and timely reporting of program budget, schedule, and technical problems.
• Understands and applies risk management practices to development and production/field support programs.
• Manages customer requirements and effectively handles scope changes.
• Reviews and critiques designs produced by other entry level members in the department.
• Recommends training for entry level engineers in the department, including self.
• Assists with proposal efforts by providing accurate estimates in the time, effort, and risks involved with meeting all of the electrical design and performance requirements.
• Communicate deeply technical test or analysis results, in written or verbal form, to a less technically-orientated stakeholder.
• Shares recent developments and lessons learned with the department.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience with aerospace processes and methods (DO-160, MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-31000, DO-254, & IPC Standards) preferred.

Computer Skills

• 3D Computer Aided Design (CAD) platforms Dassault Systems Solidworks and Altium EDA software.
• Microsoft Office (Excel & Project)

Language Skills Must be fluent in written and spoken English.

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision.

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time and an air conditioned and heated office.  The noise level is moderate.  The shop floor is in the same building as the office and will be required to occasionally visit the shop which may expose the employee to loud noise and fumes.  The noise level in the shop is high.

The employee is expected to adhere to all company policies and procedures.

This is a full-time, onsite position.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other duties assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Full Benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Supplemental Health Benefits, FSA/HSA, Vacation, Personal Time, Holidays, 401K, ST/LT Disability, Life/AD&D Ins., Legal Ins., Identity Theft, Pet Ins., Auto & Home Ins., Commuter Benefits, Tuition Reimbursement, Discretionary Bonus Eligible

Exempt Salary Range: $80,000-$110,000/year depednign on experience

Equal Employment Opportunity

CEF Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CEF is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race (and traits associated with race including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), religion, color, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, gender identity or expression, disability, family medical history or genetic information, veteran status, military service, marital status, order of protection status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Must be authorized to work in the U.S., ITAR/EAR compliance is required for all positions.  To conform to U.S. export control regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorizations from the U.S. Government. (Disability/Veteran/VEVRAA Federal Contractor”) If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf