Electrical Technician/Engineer II

Warn Automotive, part of Vehicle Service Group is a world leader in driveline disconnect technology. Our heritage comes from making WWII surplus Jeeps easier to drive on the road with the first unlocking hubs. We continue today by making disconnects for cars, trucks, and SUVs around the world. These trusted technologies come from years of innovation and listening to our customer's needs. We have a bright future ahead so come join our growing team at Warn Automotive.

Company Overview:

Warn Automotive can trace its beginning back to 1948, when Arthur Warn invented the first disconnecting four-wheel-drive hub for surplus World War II vehicles. Since that time, our products have continued to lead the industry with a history of innovation in Powertrain Disconnect technology.

Almost 75 years later, our products are sold to OEMs around the world, enhancing the performance, traction and capability of their vehicles while reducing fuel consumption and emissions to create a more mobile and efficient future.

Operating from our headquarters and manufacturing facility in Milwaukie, Oregon and our customer support center in Livonia, Michigan, Warn Automotive is proud to be part of Vehicle Service Group (VSG) a Dover Company.

Position Summary:

The Electrical Technician/Engineer II position is responsible for creating design solutions and making technical decisions in electric circuit design, software design, and product or process implementation to satisfy customer requirements. Selection and application of standard engineering principles and procedures as well as innovative and collaborative problem solving to achieve business results is expected. Will work in collaboration with a range of resources and disciplines to introduce and maintain products or processes. Will be accountable for milestone completion of several simultaneous projects.

Essential Job Functions Include:

• May be assigned responsibility for large or small projects that make a significant impact on company business results. May be responsible for multiple large projects simultaneously.
• Responsible for analog and digital circuit design, software development, and systems integration to meet customer, cost, and quality requirements.
• Work collaboratively on multi-discipline teams to design, launch, and maintain products.
• Document compliance to requirements, standards, and directives as required.
• Contribute to product innovation and intellectual property.
• Coordinate the efforts of team members to assure successful completion of project milestones.
• Technical problem solving and troubleshooting, both individually and in collaboration with a team.
• Works with customer's project engineers on technical details.
• May be assigned engineering maintenance responsibilities for major product lines.
• Hands-on work in workshop environment. Able to use wide range of shop tools.
• May participate in recruiting and selection of candidates to fill job positions.
• Work safely and without injury.
• Build effective collaborative relationships.
• Understand and successfully use engineering tools including circuit design, software development, and Product Lifecycle Management tools.
• Learn design fundamentals and electrical engineering details of product line.
• Make significant contribution to product maintenance and/or product innovation.

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor of Science in the engineering field or an Engineering Technology degree in electronics design.
• Two years' analog and digital circuit design and analysis experience. Prefer Altium Designer and SPICE experience.
• Two years of software development experience. Prefer experience in device embedded software in C programming language.
• Two years' experience in collaborative product development and meeting customer requirements.

Required Qualifications, Skills and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of the below systems or tools:
  • electro-mechanical devices and controllers
  • PCB lay-out.
  • Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Electronics Failure Mode Analysis and Test Planning
  • Software and Firmware Failure Mode Analysis and Test Planning
  • Analytical modelling tools (Mathcad preferred)
• Familiarity with electronics, automotive, and environmental standards.
• Ability to build and debug prototypes by hand.
• Ability to manage contract design and prototype services.
• Familiarity with electronics manufacturing and Design for Manufacturability.
• Strong oral and written communication skills commensurate with the job tasks and position necessary to communicate clearly and effectively with internal and external customers while providing exceptional quality of work and outstanding customer service. Ability to present information in a manner designed to educate or inform other team members and customers in one-on-one or group interactions as directed.
• Ability to review, comprehend, interpret, process and evaluate effectively written work instructions and procedures written in English in conjunction with the performance of the essential functions and other assigned job duties.
• Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills including ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced work environment while maintaining a calm, rational and respectful demeanor and communication style in times of stress occasioned by work demands, tight timelines, heavy production expectations, unexpected quality control issues, and other work-related issues or concerns that may cause a heightened level of anxiety, frustration, anger, disappointment, confusion, etc.
• Strong technical, trouble-shooting, problem solving, research, organizational and analytical skills, combined with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet established deadlines. Ability to multitask is also essential while remaining flexible with changing priorities and deadlines.
• Well-reasoned decision making with a high attention to detail regarding organization, planning, work flow, and project prioritization to ensure tasks are completed efficiently and accurately.
• Highly ethical, self-motivated individual with ability to work independently and/or with limited direction, as well as cooperatively in a team environment, while consistently demonstrating collaborative, respectful and productive work habits.

Benefits & Perks:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision start on day one of hire
• Fertility Treatment Coverage
• 10 Paid Holidays and a Generous PTO Policy
• 401(k) with Employer Matching, Profit Sharing, and Annual Contributions
• Bonus Plans
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Employee Discount Programs
• Career Growth, including Onsite Training and Tuition Reimbursement

Work Culture:

At Warn Automotive, we not only respect diversity, we actively seek it. We have a culture that promotes continuous improvement for our products and our people. We provide learning opportunities to help you take your skills to the next level. We value innovation, integrity and ownership in exceeding the high bar we set for ourselves in delivering for our customers.

The characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be required for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this or similar positions and additional duties may be assigned.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Work Arrangement : Onsite

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position's responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, a candidate's education/training, the position's location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits: Our total rewards package for eligible team members also includes: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including 10 paid holidays per calendar year, paid vacation days beginning at 120 hours annually which includes 40 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws; tuition assistance;business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

Job Function : Engineering

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