Sr Research Engineer

Reporting to the Research Manager, the Senior Research Engineer is responsible for leading strategic research projects from concept through proof of concept with minimal supervision. The role focuses on developing innovative technologies for medium- and high-voltage power systems, including switch gear, sensors, digital technologies, and data-driven solutions.

This individual combines deep technical expertise with strong project leadership to translate emerging technologies into practical solutions that support G&W Electric's innovation strategy. The Senior Research Engineer serves as a technical leader within the organization, mentors junior engineers, collaborates with universities and research partners, and represents G&W Electric in the global technical community.

• Lead complex research and innovation projects independently, from concept generation through proof of concept and technology transfer.
• Develop innovative solutions for medium- and high-voltage switch gear, sensing technologies, power system monitoring, and data-driven applications.
• Create conceptual designs, perform engineering analysis, and validate designs through simulation, laboratory testing, and field evaluations.
• Apply advanced engineering methods including electrical, electromagnetic, dielectric, thermal, structural, and multiphysics simulations.
• Design, build, and evaluate prototypes, including planning and executing laboratory testing and analyzing results.
• Prepare technical reports, invention disclosures, patent documentation, and scientific publications.
• Contribute to G&W Electric's technology roadmap and long-term innovation strategy.
• Lead feasibility studies by developing project schedules, budgets, technical plans, and resource estimates with minimal supervision.
• Work closely with New Product Development, Systems Engineering, Manufacturing, Marketing, and Global Engineering to transition new technologies into commercial products.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior research engineers and project teams.
• Support and consult other engineering organizations on specialized technical challenges within areas of expertise.
• Build and maintain collaborations with universities, national laboratories, utilities, and industry research organizations.
• Represent G&W Electric through active participation in organizations such as IEEE, CIGRE, IEC, and other technical committees.
• Present research results at national and international conferences.
• Protect G&W Electric intellectual property through patents, trade secrets, and invention disclosures.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Master's or PhD - preferred).
• Minimum 8years of experience in research, advanced product development, or technology development involving medium- or high-voltage equipment.
• Strong background in high-voltageengineering, including insulation systems, switching technologies, and power system applications.
• Experience leading technical projects with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to transform research concepts into validated technologies or products.
• Experience with prototype development, laboratory testing, and engineering validation.
• Strong understanding of power systems, switching transients, insulation coordination, power quality, and electromagnetic phenomena.
• Experience using engineering simulation tools (FEM, electromagnetic, thermal, structural, CFD, or similar).
• Working knowledge of CAD tools (Creo or equivalent).
• Familiarity with applicable IEEE, IEC, and related industry standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple research projects simultaneously.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (approximately 10–20%).