Electrical Design Engineer II

Job TitlePerform engineering activities for design, development, application, customer order design, manufacture, assembly, test, installation and servicing of electrical and electro-mechanical equipment.Responsibilities include:Perform engineering activities that support the design and manufacture of new Transportation Systems Division (TSD) products and the advancement of existing products.Design new and/or improve existing systems and components.Assist with the creation of proposals including budgets, schedules and technical specifications.Meet with customers and end-users to discuss and resolve technical, financial, and schedule issues. Lead root cause evaluations of failure and defects as assigned.Develop, prepare and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) and design drawings.Issue and maintain product manuals, training documents, presentations, contractual documents, etc.Originate, select and/or maintain purchasing specifications for all components of product(s).Support field service work by providing information and troubleshooting equipment both remotely and in person.Develop and/or approve assembly and test processes. Direct and coordinate assembly and testing of prototype products.Identify U.S. components to replace imported components and participate in vendor qualification.Work with component suppliers to optimize design, improve quality, and reduce cost.Perform product and equipment testing. Compile and analyze operational, test, and research data.Assist and support Manufacturing, Purchasing, Quality, and Sales departments with production and documentation needs.Further the goals and positive, professional image of the Department by conducting business with outside contacts and other MEPPI departments in a timely and cooperative manner.Know MEPPI's Quality, Safety and Environmental Policies. Be able to fully discuss the importance of these and their impact in the workplace.Education/Special Skills/Experience/Training:Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering with 3-5 years' experience in a design engineering capacity, or equivalent education and experience.Advanced knowledge of software-based design tools and engineering design such as CAD tools and structural analysis, PSIM and power electronics design, Altium and circuit board design, etc.Advanced interpersonal, communication and presentation skills required to communicate with customers, employees, and suppliers.Ability to work in a team environment and on several projects simultaneously.Ability to read, understand and create technical drawings and material.Advanced analytical and problem solving skills.Advanced computer skills, with emphasis on Microsoft Office products, and ERP/MRP systems.Ability to travel up to 20% domestically and internationally as required.