Electrical Engineer
Apply NowCompany: Schwarze Industries LLC
Location: Huntsville, AL 35810
Description:
Schwarze Industries (a member of Alamo Group Inc.) is currently accepting applications to fill the position of Electrical Engineer at its Huntsville, AL facility.
Why work at Schwarze?
At Schwarze, we strive to employ the most talented people in the industry. People who believe in getting the job done and those who take pride in what they do. We are dedicated to using a Total Performance Teamwork concept to produce, maintain, and market the finest, most durable, quality power sweeping equipment in the world. We offer one of the most comprehensive sweeper lines in the industry, including models for parking area cleaning, industrial sweeping, mall and shopping center sweeping, airport runway sweeping, street sweeping, milling cleanup and storm water runoff (PM-10) management. Schwarze offers competitive pay and a wide range of employee benefits including:
To learn more about Schwarze and this position, please visit our website at www.schwarze.com or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube!
Position Summary:
Under minimal supervision, develops and designs new products for sales/marketing lines, modifies or improves exiting product lines, and creates accurate documentation for each design/detail drawing on computer system, in accordance with specifications and industry standards. Determines components to be used on actual product(s).
Essential Functions of the Job:
Designs products including electrical systems and harness assemblies for assigned projects on computer system using SolidWorks or Visio software. Utilizes knowledge of products, design standards and manufacturing capabilities.
Work as a part of a closely integrated team, co-designing components, leading a collaborative design effort, or designing systems to interface with others concurrent work.
Creates detailed component schematic, harness drawing and wires lists to assist production with building of products. Determines components to be used on actual products maintaining efficiency and cost effectiveness. Works closely with purchasing to source materials and/or vendors.
Structures an accurate Bill of Materials (BOM) for each electrical system or harness drawing completed.
Provides customer service and/or technical service regarding questions of products or designs.
Hands on Ability to lead or assist with the construction and installations of wire harnesses and electrical systems for prototype efforts.
Provides training to co-workers and new team members in course and scope of job, computer system, structuring BOM, etc.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's):
Designs should reflect knowledge of manufacturing methods and experience making electrical systems for applications on trucks or related vehicles.
Proficient in 2-D drawings, schematics, harness construction, wire lists and component selection.
Proficient in use of a 3D CAD system to define documentation of Electrical Systems, review existing designs and conceptualize new designs.
Knowledge of electrical and embedded systems. Knowledge of design techniques for properly laying harnesses in mechanical assemblies allowing for safety and reliability.
Excellent computer skills. Proficient on Visio or SolidWorks 2D software program.
Ability to decipher PLC Programs for the purpose of troubleshooting and assisting in the development of control programs is strongly desired. Experience with Codesys Development system is a plus.
Experiencing with integrating CAN networks and CAN based devices into wire harnesses and electrical systems. Familiar with SAE J1939.
Hands on Ability to use tools related to the industry (multi-meter, test light, oscilloscope, power supplies, embedded programming interfaces, crimps tools, etc.) in the troubleshooting of vehicle electrical and control systems in prototyping, production and service
Familiar with common connector brands, i.e. Deutsch, Weather Pak, Tyco etc.
Able to read and technically interpret engineering drawings. Able to read and understand technical manuals.
Knowledge of engineering design standards and manufacturing capabilities.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Able to write or speak technical instructions.
Knowledge of creating Bill of Materials, Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Materials Requirements Planning (MRP) systems.
Knowledge of circuit analysis, circuit protection, component selection and conductor sizing.
Education and Experience:
BSEE or BSET or related Bachelors of Science in a closely related field.
Minimum 6 years-previous electrical engineering experience, preferably in a heavy vehicle related environment.
Working Conditions:
Manufacturing setting.
Why work at Schwarze?
At Schwarze, we strive to employ the most talented people in the industry. People who believe in getting the job done and those who take pride in what they do. We are dedicated to using a Total Performance Teamwork concept to produce, maintain, and market the finest, most durable, quality power sweeping equipment in the world. We offer one of the most comprehensive sweeper lines in the industry, including models for parking area cleaning, industrial sweeping, mall and shopping center sweeping, airport runway sweeping, street sweeping, milling cleanup and storm water runoff (PM-10) management. Schwarze offers competitive pay and a wide range of employee benefits including:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Program with a Company Match
- Profit Sharing Bonus
- Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
- 10 Paid Holidays per year
- Company Paid Short and Long-Term Disability Programs
- Wellness Programs
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Learning and Development Programs through the Alamo Group Learning & Development Academy!
- Employee Tuition Reimbursement and Dependent Scholarship Programs
- And much more!
To learn more about Schwarze and this position, please visit our website at www.schwarze.com or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube!
Position Summary:
Under minimal supervision, develops and designs new products for sales/marketing lines, modifies or improves exiting product lines, and creates accurate documentation for each design/detail drawing on computer system, in accordance with specifications and industry standards. Determines components to be used on actual product(s).
Essential Functions of the Job:
Designs products including electrical systems and harness assemblies for assigned projects on computer system using SolidWorks or Visio software. Utilizes knowledge of products, design standards and manufacturing capabilities.
Work as a part of a closely integrated team, co-designing components, leading a collaborative design effort, or designing systems to interface with others concurrent work.
Creates detailed component schematic, harness drawing and wires lists to assist production with building of products. Determines components to be used on actual products maintaining efficiency and cost effectiveness. Works closely with purchasing to source materials and/or vendors.
Structures an accurate Bill of Materials (BOM) for each electrical system or harness drawing completed.
Provides customer service and/or technical service regarding questions of products or designs.
Hands on Ability to lead or assist with the construction and installations of wire harnesses and electrical systems for prototype efforts.
Provides training to co-workers and new team members in course and scope of job, computer system, structuring BOM, etc.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's):
Designs should reflect knowledge of manufacturing methods and experience making electrical systems for applications on trucks or related vehicles.
Proficient in 2-D drawings, schematics, harness construction, wire lists and component selection.
Proficient in use of a 3D CAD system to define documentation of Electrical Systems, review existing designs and conceptualize new designs.
Knowledge of electrical and embedded systems. Knowledge of design techniques for properly laying harnesses in mechanical assemblies allowing for safety and reliability.
Excellent computer skills. Proficient on Visio or SolidWorks 2D software program.
Ability to decipher PLC Programs for the purpose of troubleshooting and assisting in the development of control programs is strongly desired. Experience with Codesys Development system is a plus.
Experiencing with integrating CAN networks and CAN based devices into wire harnesses and electrical systems. Familiar with SAE J1939.
Hands on Ability to use tools related to the industry (multi-meter, test light, oscilloscope, power supplies, embedded programming interfaces, crimps tools, etc.) in the troubleshooting of vehicle electrical and control systems in prototyping, production and service
Familiar with common connector brands, i.e. Deutsch, Weather Pak, Tyco etc.
Able to read and technically interpret engineering drawings. Able to read and understand technical manuals.
Knowledge of engineering design standards and manufacturing capabilities.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Able to write or speak technical instructions.
Knowledge of creating Bill of Materials, Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Materials Requirements Planning (MRP) systems.
Knowledge of circuit analysis, circuit protection, component selection and conductor sizing.
Education and Experience:
BSEE or BSET or related Bachelors of Science in a closely related field.
Minimum 6 years-previous electrical engineering experience, preferably in a heavy vehicle related environment.
Working Conditions:
Manufacturing setting.