Project Engineer (Electrical)

Overview

Snap-on is seeking an Electrical Project Engineer to develop innovative cordless power tool designs that meet the premium expectations of Snap-on customers.

 

Responsibilities

Research and Development for cordless power tool batteries and motor controllers. Working in PT Engineering for Cordless Power Tools. The candidate must have a working knowledge of the following;

 

• Lithium-ion technology for battery packs
• Charging circuitry for power electronics
• Understand and write program software for microprocessors, i.e. C, C+, C++
• BLDC commutation circuits with electric motors
• Design, simulation, testing, and troubleshooting of electronic circuits

Qualifications

• BSEE
• Minimum of five (5) years product development experience - low voltage, DC, mixed signal, Li-ion battery operated, compact, highly reliable, and/or consumer/industrial grade electronics is a plus
• Demonstrated skills in the design of batteries, battery management systems, chargers, and power electronics for electric motors
• Proficient in schematic and PCB design using ECAD software, preferably experience with Altium Designer and Altium 365
• Skilled in designing, simulating, prototyping, testing, and troubleshooting electrical circuits
• Understands complimentary technical disciplines such as embedded programming and mechanical engineering
• Experience working with Marketing/Product Management to determine project requirements and create product specifications
• Experience coordinating with multiple outside suppliers to develop parts or products
• Knowledgeable of government, regulatory compliance, and industry standards
• Proficient in soldering, including SMT soldering and rework
• Experience with creating and maintaining electrical assembly drawings and PCB fabrication documentation

Competencies:The candidate will be expected to;• Provide electrical engineering expertise in digital and analog electronics• Guide procurement for component and supplier selection• Solving problems and being a self-starter• Manage projects with a cross-disciplinary team• Understand electrical schematics and PCB layouts• Develop and oversee test procedures and validate test results• Effectively communicate and remain organized• Balance multiple projects of varying priority

 

Additional Pluses:• Worked with CAD packages, i.e. AutoCAD, Creo, Altium, ANSYS• Worked with electrical simulation software, i.e. LTSpice, Multisim, etc.• Worked with electric motors, i.e. PMDC, BLDC • Worked with control logic for electric motors • Experience in the power tools industry• Experience with programming languages, i.e. C, C++, Python, etc.This position is both challenging and rewarding for the right candidate as they work to meet the expectations of Snap-on customers.

 

Snap-on offers a full benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a pension plan, a 401k plan, tool discounts and more!

 

Snap-on is an Equal Opportunity Employer/minority/female/disabled/veteran.