Overview
Advanced Cooling Technologies, Inc. (ACT) is a premier thermal solutions provider serving diverse markets including Defense, Aerospace, High-Performance Computing, Power Electronics, Medical and HVAC industries. We provide thermal products and engineering services to leading defense and commercial companies and conduct advanced R&D for government agencies. Our products support mission-critical devices such as MRI and CT scanners, energy-efficient building HVAC systems, and weather and telecommunications satellites. ACT is committed to customers, employees, and the community with values of Innovation, Teamwork and Customer Care.
Position summary
The Product Development Electrical Engineer supports various phases of projects from concept and initial design through final hardware delivery and volume production. Projects range from exploratory trade studies to highly detailed electro-mechanical systems and complex prototype fabrication and testing. The Electrical Engineer will design motor controller systems, develop electrical schematics (new and legacy), research new components and materials, and review electrical harness and panel area designs and work instructions. The engineer may manage multiple projects concurrently, contributing across the product development cycle. Candidates with a strong technical background and hands-on experience in developing complex controls hardware excel in this role.
Responsibilities
* Motor drive electrical system design and component selection
* Design of electrical system safety features including circuit breakers, overload devices, etc.
* Specification of motor, fan, and valve control components
* PLC hardware selection and programming (experience with Phoenix Contact hardware and PC WORX software is a strong plus)
* Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) analysis, design and testing (Familiarity with MIL-STD-461)
* Assist and approve production electrical panel test procedures for test technicians
* Creation and revision of complex electrical schematic details
* Creation and revision of numerical and 3-D models of electrical components
* Creation and recommendations for electrical packaging solutions
* Recommendation and continuous improvements to electrical test fixtures and procedures
* Review of work instructions and procedures for proper control panel assembly
* Assistance with employee training and cross-training for production flexibility
* Utilization of information from vendor drawings, catalogs, technical manuals, etc.
* Fabrication procedure and work instruction development
* Working with a multidisciplinary group of engineers and technicians
* Managing program schedules and budget as needed
* Frequent customer communication
Qualifications
* Initiative: Product Development engineers take ownership to work with customers, vendors and ACT personnel to fulfill project goals.
* Technical Knowledge: Strong engineering background with hands-on skills in fabrication and testing.
* Teamwork Skills: Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with team members.
* Critical Thinking: Ability to adapt strategies and design approaches to new challenges.
* Desire to Grow: Commitment to continuous improvement and leadership growth.
* US citizenship or permanent resident status due to ITAR requirement
* B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Microsoft Project, MRP Systems, and PLC programming (PC WORX or PLCnext)
* 3+ years of hands-on design, fabrication, and testing of motor controllers, complex electrical circuits, PLC systems, or related controls experience
* Strong problem-solving ability and good verbal and written skills
ACT is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
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