Warn Automotive - Electrical Engineer II

Warn Automotive is a world leader in driveline disconnect technology. Our heritage comes from making WWII surplus Jeeps easier to drive on the road with the first unlocking hubs. We continue today by making disconnects for cars, trucks, and SUVs around the world. These trusted technologies come from years of innovation and listening to our customer's needs. We have a bright future ahead so come join our growing team at Warn Automotive.

Position Summary:

Working with minimal supervision, this position selects and applies standard engineering principles and procedures in the design and development of new product/production process or the modification of existing product/production processes. Makes decisions on engineering problems and methods having an important effect on major company programs and customer’s needs. Supports new product releases by designing and implementing new and/or modifications existing designs. May be assigned to multiple large projects simultaneously.

Essential Functions:

• May be assigned project responsibility for projects involving tooling budgets up to $750,000 and potential annual sales of up to $10,000,000.
• Responsible for electrical engineering design to meet customer, cost, and quality requirements.
• Will contribute to creative product conceptualization and Warn Automotive intellectual property.
• May coordinate multiple large projects simultaneously.
• Directs the efforts of drafters, designers, technicians or other team members to assure successful project completion.
• Works with customer’s project engineers on technical details.
• May be assigned engineering maintenance responsibilities for major product lines.
• Hands-on work on shop floor as job requires.
• Responsible for prompt and regular attendance as scheduled.
• May participate in the Warn Automotive’s selection process as necessary.
• Accountable for Sarbanes-Oxley compliance in assigned area. Responsible for design and operating effectiveness of internal controls, including a self-assessment and report to management.
• Accountable for developing and monitoring processes and practices necessary for legal and ethical compliance in assigned area.
• Problem-solve individually or as part of a group as job duties require. May lead such problem-solving activities.
• Performs other various duties may be assigned.

Required Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering discipline required.
• Four to eight years of professional experience with project leadership responsibilities required.
• Four to eight years of system or product design in the automotive, motor sports, or outdoor markets required.
• Four or more years of analytical modelling or systems analysis required.

Required Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of Electronics CAD programs – preferably Altium Designer.
• Working knowledge of electronics design – electro-mechanical controllers preferred.
• Working knowledge of electronics analysis tools – SPICE preferred.
• Working knowledge of PCB lay-out
• Working knowledge of embedded software (firmware) – preferably C.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Working knowledge of Electronics Failure Mode Analysis and Test Planning.
• Working knowledge of Software and Firmaware Failure Mode Analysis and Test Planning.
• Working knowledge of analytical modelling tools – MathCad preferred
• Ability to build and debug prototypes by hand.
• Ability to manage contract design and prototype services.
• Familiarity with electronics manufacturing and Design for Manufacturability.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work collaboratively and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, customers, visitors.
• Ability to effectively solve problems.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to facilitate activities necessary to a project’s completion.
• Must have history of impeccable integrity, ethics and fair play.
• Must demonstrate leadership and integrity.
• Familiar with electronics, automotive, and environmental standards.

Language Skills:

Ability to read, write, verbalize and comprehend instructions and correspondence at the highest levels in the English language. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and group situations to customers, clients, and other team members. Conflict resolution skills. Excellent interpersonal skills. Excellent verbal and customer service skills.

Physical and Visual Activities:

Standing, walking, sitting, lifting, carrying, balancing, stooping, reaching, handling, feeling, acuity-far, acuity-near, depth perception and field of vision. See all colors. Frequently communicate with employees and customers. Must be able to exchange accurate information. Frequently move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, attend meetings, etc. Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine and computer printer.

The 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. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be required for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this or similar positions and additional duties may be assigned.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

This position may be located in: Americas : United States : Oregon : Milwaukie

Sub Division : VSG Warn Automotive

Job Requisition ID : 34867