Design Engineer

Job Details

Level
Entry

Job Location
Powerex - Youngwood, PA

Education Level
4 Year Degree

Salary Range
$60000.00 - $95000.00 Salary/year

Job Description

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:

Design and development of custom semiconductor modules. Analyze electrical, thermal, and mechanical module performance for demanding military and commercial applications.

SCOPE & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Analyzes Computer models of products or systems either by hand or via appropriate computer software. (e.g. Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Q3D, SPICE, C or Visual Basic Programs, etc.)
• Propose and/or develop value engineered solutions (during design or development phase) and make recommendations internally, or to the customer where appropriate.
• Analyzes data to determine technical feasibility of product proposal.
• Generates Computer models of products or systems using appropriate computer software and techniques. (e.g. 3D CAD systems, schematic capture systems, etc.)
• Prepares or directs preparation of product layout, detailed drawings, and schematics.
• Developing and executing product testing protocols and documenting results.
• Direct and coordinate manufacturing of prototype product.
• Assist with selection and approval of vendors utilizing new material and/or processes to support product development and prototyping.
• Selects vendors and negotiates prices for Engineering contract services (e.g. CAD / drafting services, FEA analysis, etc.), prototype and production parts
• Assist with promoting the company and products to the customer.
• Lead projects or project teams
• Writes technical articles for publication.
• Writes technical reports on work done.
• Presents work orally to customers or other technical or non-technical audiences.

NECESSARY SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Eager to learn new technologies and approaches; maintain individual skills keeping up to date with the latest manufacturing concepts and processes, industry trends, and technology advances.

• Team player with willingness to cooperate with fellow engineers, upper management, technicians, and operators.
• Passion for role that brings enthusiasm and strong work ethic.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Interpret and apply applicable industry and government standards and specifications.
• Interpret and apply Powerex and/or customer specifications for requirements related to product performance, materials, marking, packaging, etc., as they pertain to design and manufacturing of product.
• Electrical Engineering experience or interest.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software.
• Must be able to read written English.
• Must be able to clearly speak English.
• Must be able to clearly write letters, emails, and work instructions in English

PREFERRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Comfort with 3D CAD modeling software such as Solidworks or other.
• Project Management
• Experience in transferring new product to manufacturing.

FREQUENCY OF CONTACTS:

• Makes frequent contacts with customers to clarify engineering data on orders
• Makes frequent contact with other engineers and technicians to share engineering data and ideas
• Makes regular contact with vendors to select vendors and negotiate prices for services or parts.
• Makes occasional contacts with company representatives, manufacturing personnel, purchasing, etc. to furnish and gather data to accomplish the assigned duties.
• As needed, willingness to travel to customers to aid in understanding or use of product.

DIRECTION OF OTHERS:

• Gives technical direction to other engineers and technicians as required.
• Directs vendors as required.
• Directs Clerical personnel as required.

DIRECTION RECEIVED:

• Works under general supervision
• Independently plans and organizes work to arrive at a satisfactory solution

Job Qualifications

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
• Must have basic mathematical skills
• Must be able to comprehend the basic mathematical structure underlying the various computer models.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• 1-2 years experience preferred but not required

At Powerex, we are dedicated to equal employment opportunity. We provide a workplace that values diversity and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to fair employment practices and creating an inclusive environment where all employees and applicants are treated with respect and given equal opportunities for growth and advancement.