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Transform the everyday with us!

We’re looking for a Senior R&D Design Engineer in Grand Prairie, TX with expertise in circuit breaker design, switchgear engineering, and power distribution systems to join our innovation team. This is a hybrid position and requires an in-office presence typically 2 - 3 days a week.

If the following describes you, consider applying:

• Collaboration and driving innovation on complex projects with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to convey technical information effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders across cross-functional teams.
• Passion for technology, sustainability, and creative solutions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities for optimizing engineering designs.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Commitment to quality and excellence in engineering designs.

You’ll make a difference by:

Design Development: Create ideas and refine designs for power circuit protection devices, including switches, ac and dc circuit breakers, power circuit protectors, automatic transfer switches, arc quenching devices, and accessories for all the above, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.

Technical Analysis: Conducting within the team simulations and analyses to evaluate design feasibility and performance, using software tools such as Creo and Teamcenter and electrical simulation programs.

Prototyping and Testing: Direct the prototyping and testing phases, analyzing results to validate designs and make necessary adjustments to meet performance criteria.

Documentation: Prepare detailed documentation of design processes, test results, and project reports to support compliance and future development efforts.

Collaboration: Work closely with international cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, quality assurance, and product management, to ensure seamless project execution and integration.

Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes to enhance design processes and product offerings.

Innovative Solutions: Identify and implement innovative design approaches and technologies to enhance product functionality, efficiency, and sustainability.

Sub-Project Management: Lead project timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring successful completion of design initiatives and alignment with strategic objectives within the assigned tasks.

Documentation and Reporting: Prepare comprehensive documentation, including design specifications, test reports, and project updates for stakeholders.

You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, mechatronics engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience with circuit protection product engineering, product manufacturability and engineering changes.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience designing power distribution equipment, switch devices, switchgear, or circuit breakers.
• Proficient in the use of:
  • Pro/Engineer (Creo)
  • Minitab
  • SAP
  • Project Management Tools
  • Siemens Teamcenter
• Good problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Knowledge in design thinking, artificial intelligence (AI), and Agile methodologies to drive innovative solutions and ensure efficient project execution.
• Additive Manufacturing knowledge
• Product launch tools experience is a plus (PPAP, FMEA, etc)