Electrical Engineer - Projects

Company Description

smart people.

smart ideas.

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A thriving environment for learning, innovation and growth.

Why do so many people join MTS Systems Corporation and stay for a career? Because this is a place where you get to apply your creativity, work with smart people on fascinating projects, and make a positive impact on people s lives. It is a place where you can learn, innovate and grow professionally.

Transforming what s possible with cars, aircraft, bridges, wind turbines and space-age materials - this is work we dream about as kids. At MTS, it s a rewarding career path for talented individuals who are willing to work hard, think hard, and commit to solving complex and critical challenges for our customers around the world, many of whom are leaders in their respective industries.

By joining MTS, you ll have access to the latest tools and technologies, along with the support of colleagues who are passionate about their work. You ll discover a dynamic culture of continuous improvement that extends to our people, one that offers numerous ways to expand your knowledge and advance your career. And because we are a global company, your work may also include world travel.

Job Description

As an Electrical Engineer, you will provide support for your team in completing customer project development tasks. This support includes project scope definition and costing, design formulation and release, production support, factory checkout and customer installation and service support.

Example responsibilities include electrical system design and implementation of MTS test controller, 3rd party components (PLC, Drives, etc ), instrumentation, data acquisition and safety system design.

Major Areas Of Accountability

• Accepts responsibility for assigned tasks and displays the ability to manage electrical portions of the project including technical and schedule management
• Develop concepts and designs that meet or exceed the system's cost and performance goals. Including concepts and design generation to support of pre-sale pursuits.
• Act as the lead for electrical/controls work for assigned subsystems. Reviews progress & evaluate results.
• Provide technical support for internal and external customers.
• Participates in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Interfaces with vendors of electrical components, key development tools and technologies. Supports efforts to develop digital communication and third-party interfaces as needed.
  

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: BS deg. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering

Years of relevant experience: 5 yrs. of progressively demanding project/design experience

Travel requirements: Expected travel averaging less than 10%, domestic and international.

Must possess a valid driver s license and able to obtain automobile/liability coverage

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with leading PLC and Electric Drive brands and with System Safety design considerations.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.