Electrical Engineer

Company Description

Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection’s threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place. 

Smiths Detection, part of Smiths Group is a global leader in the development, manufacture and management of security and detection solutions designed to make the world a safer place. Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defence, and urban security.

Our expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centres, with a global network of 3,000 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security.  

This results in careers built on variety and the opportunity to work on a range of state-of-the-art solutions, where you can develop your knowledge and experience every day.

Job Description

An Electrical Engineer within Smiths Detection Inc. (SDI) must be results oriented with the ability to organize, prioritize and work on multiple projects simultaneously. In addition, they must manage project schedules to meet changing needs and requirements. Some key deliverables are:

• Designing electrical parts and assemblies based on requirements provided by scientists and engineers, or self-performed analyses.
• Examining, preparing and verifying technical drawings and specifications of electrical systems, to ensure that installation and operations conform to standards and customer requirements.
• Analyzing engineering sketches, specifications and related data and drawings to determine design factors.
• Designing and planning the layout of electrical assemblies to customer requirements.
• Working independently using written feedback, general standards, and guidelines.
• Work directly with Scientists and Engineers to determine component requirements and design details.
• Perform electrical engineering analysis in order to properly design and document components and assemblies.
• Self-check drawings as well as check drawings created by other designers and/or engineers.  Solicit feedback and drawing critiques from other internal staff as well as provide similar feedback to other internal staff.
• Work with other SDI sites and assist with engineering drawings and document control/approval process.
• Able to work as an engineering technician to support other engineers with assembling products and building wire harnesses.
• Present and defend designs and drawings at Design Reviews to internal staff and management.
• Ability to understand complex problems and collaborate with others to provide effective solutions.
• Has in-depth knowledge in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines; resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways. 

Qualifications

Education: 

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering required

Experience:

• 5+ years of experience as an Electrical Engineer in a production/manufacturing environment required
• 3+ years of experience in Solidworks or other CAD tools such as Inventor required
• 2+ years direct experience in designing custom PLC control panels using CAD electrical tools like Altium required
• Experience in electrical board repairs and building prototypes required
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required
• 1-2 years of firmware development experience, preferred

Knowledge/skills:

• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, assembly drawings and wire lists required
• Sound knowledge in Electrical/Electronic Design and Installation required

Background: This position may require Sensitive Security Information (SSI) access and vetting via the TSA. If required, applicant must successfully pass a federal background investigation. This position may require a U.S. Personal Security Clearance.

SDI is a Federal Contractor and a drug-free workplace. By submitting an application, I confirm that I understand that the Company has a right to require me to submit to a drug test prior to employment and at any time during my employment, to the extent permitted by law.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work effectively under pressure, and successfully manage multiple projects, priorities, and responsibilities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• The individual’s primary workplace is located in the Edgewood facility there are no exposures to unusual elements.
• This position requires access to ITAR, EAR, and Department of State or Department of Commerce controlled information and routine access to a cleared facility. App