Motor Design Engineer

Position Overview

We are seeking a performance-driven, hands-on Engineer to join our dynamic team with our client reporting directly to the President. This role offers the opportunity to execute both strategic and tactical objectives in a diverse manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will be deeply involved in all engineering designs, functions, and processes, playing a pivotal role in the continued growth of our operations.

If you are a collaborative individual with a proven track record in engineering, passionate about outstanding customer service, and thrive in an entrepreneurial setting backed by a private equity sponsor, we encourage you to apply.

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Key Responsibilities

• Technical Support: Provide customers and prospective clients with expert technical application support for complex specialty motors, including detailed technical analysis.
• Motor Specifications: Develop detailed motor specifications based on customer requirements and manage external motor designers to ensure custom electric motors meet these specifications.
• Customer Support: Deliver key support for existing products, maintaining frequent communication with customers regarding new developments.
• Design Optimization: Evaluate and improve existing motor designs to enhance manufacturability and performance.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Provide technical support to manufacturing and other functional areas, collaborating with technicians on testing requirements.
• Leadership & Mentorship: Coach, mentor, and support colleagues in skill development to ensure high-quality solutions. Lead problem-solving activities related to future technologies.
• Strategic Projects: Participate in strategic development projects, optimizing industrial motors, and conducting cost-benefit analyses.
• Product Collaboration: Work closely with Product Management and Operations on product specifications, application assistance, and regulatory/certification requirements.
• Other Duties: Perform additional duties and tasks as assigned.

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Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent relevant experience.

Knowledge & Training:

• Theoretical and practical knowledge of power converters and electric systems.
• Understanding of medium voltage AC motor designs and familiarity with electrical and safety standards.
• Thorough understanding of electric motor manufacturing techniques and standards.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project, AutoCAD, and SolidWorks.
• Six Sigma or Lean project leadership experience is highly desirable.

Experience:

• Minimum of 4 years of electric motor design, manufacturing, and applications experience.
• Expertise in motor component selection, specification, and testing of electrical motors.
• Proven experience in a customer-facing engineering environment, including assessing non-conformities in both factory and field settings.
• Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills, with the capacity to lead and influence teams.

Requirements:

• Expert communication skills with a strong ability to delegate responsibilities and collaborate across the company.
• Strong decision-making capabilities and the ability to motivate and lead teams.
• Proven organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple, competing priorities with minimal supervision.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

360 Talent Avenue is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran, status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.