Sr. Electrical Engineer - Auburn Hills, United States - Cays Inc

Description

Job Description

The Sr Electrical Engineer/Tech Specialist is considered an expert in the design, development and commercialization of electronics across multiple industries and responsible for the development of electronic hardware designs using ECAD tool for the development of schematics, PCBA documentation supporting products development. This individual is also responsible for architecture, design, analysis, prototype debug, test planning, testing and quality assurance. The person provides technical leadership to the department and often is called upon to resolve complex design and system issues.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

Formulate and defines system scope and objectives to develop software, electronics hardware and firmware for complex systems.

Analyzes circuit performance, circuit simulation expertise, Worst Case Circuit analysis expertise put into practice

Utilize schematic capture tools and computer simulation to create designs for complex systems. Use electronic test equipment such as emulators, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, etc.

Vendor resources to incorporate the latest technology in new designs.

Prepares feasibility analysis, cost estimates and detailed specifications from which electronic and software designs may be executed.

Responsible for adhering to and augmenting when appropriate company development and quality standards.

Code, test, debug and maintain embedded software and embedded support software.

Analyze, test, debug and maintain electronics hardware.

Works at the highest technical level on complex applications.

May lead small teams in the execution of design activities. Provide mentoring and coaching to less experienced engineering team members.

Reviews designs of other engineers for compliance with company quality standards

COMPETENCIES

Delivering Results Maintaining a high level of commitment to personally getting things done.

Quality Focus Promoting and maintaining high standards of quality at work.

Innovation Generating novel and creative solutions to problems that will result in improved performance, better outcomes, higher productivity, etc.

In-Depth Problem Solving and Analysis Solving difficult problems through careful and systematic evaluation of information, possible alternatives and consequences.

Resilience Effectively dealing with work related problems, pressure, and stress in a professional and positive manner.

Planning and Organizing Effectively organizing and planning work according to organizational needs by defining objectives and anticipating needs and priorities.

Teamwork and Collaboration Effectively working and collaborating with others toward a common goal. Provides mentoring to engineers and technicians.

Adapting to Change Adapting to changing situations and restructuring tasks and priorities as changes occur within the business and organization.

Continuous Improvement Seeking opportunities to improve current processes, systems and methods to promote reliability, quality and efficiency of output.

Interpersonal Communication Communicating clearly and effectively with people inside and outside of the organization.

Functional Acumen Having the expertise, knowledge and abilities necessary to be effective in the specific functional content of a job.

Integrity Upholding a high standard of fairness and ethics in everyday words and actions.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's Degree in EE, EET, ESET, CE or related field with an Advanced degree strongly preferred and ten (10) or more years' experience in Electronics Development required.

SKILLS & CERTIFICATIONS

Schematic Capture and PCB Layout expertise

Component expertise

Continuously aware of new technologies as they relate to emerging technologies

Circuit simulation expertise

EMC design, testing and issue resolution expertise

Digital Electronic Development Skills, including Microprocessors and Microcontrollers

Firmware Development Skills Capable of making changes and guiding development of firmware as it relates to system performance

System and circuit diagnostic tool experience expert level (Oscilloscopes, Logic Analyzers, In Circuit Debuggers, etc.)

Communication bus expertise (CAN, LIN, Flexray, Ethernet, etc)

Electronics manufacturing processes and equipment advanced knowledge in order to troubleshoot quality issues and warranty returns

Knowledge of Problem Solving methods (Red X, Six Sigma, 8D, etc )

Review and Analysis of data from capability studies

Ability to statistically analyze data.

Product dimensioning and tolerance analysis

High Voltage circuit design targeted for EV and Hybrid drive trains, battery monitoring and management, motor control, etc.