Electrical Engineer

Electrical EngineerThe primary job responsibilities of an Electrical Engineer include designing, developing, and testing electrical components, equipment, and systems for small robots and other ground-based vehicles according to customer requirements. Applies mathematical and engineering principles and methods to electrical system designs. Contributes to research efforts to develop a solution or a new product. Reports to a manager and works with Tech Lead. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature.Key responsibilities of an electrical engineer include:Designs electrical equipment, facilities, components, products, and systems for commercial, industrial, and domestic purposes.Designs, tests, and determines fabrication of test control apparatus and equipment, and determines methods, procedures, and conditions for testing products.Develops applications of controls, instruments, and systems for new commercial, domestic, and industrial uses.Ensures that manufacturing, construction, installation, and operational testing conform to functional specifications and customer requirements.Coordinates operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment and systems in field installations.Uses computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering tasks.Maintains regular study habits by frequently reviewing emerging technologies that improve the design, development, and testing of software programming and applications and applies technologies learned.Provides leadership and guidance in technical area of specialization.Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.Core competencies (all electrical engineering positions):Reading comprehension - understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.Mathematics - using mathematics to solve problems.Active listening - giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.Instructing - teaching others how to do something.Technology design - generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.Limited independent judgment, creative latitude and critical thinking. Work closely with manager and team members to meet product requirements.Physical demands:Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.Regularly required to sit and use and regularly required to walk, stand, and bend in the performance of daily responsibilities.The employee is occasionally required to stand, sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.The employee must frequently use hands to handle or feel.Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions. The noise level in the work environment can be loud.