Electrical Design Engineer

Electrical Design Engineer

** Job details*
* ** General information*
* ** Entity*
* Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated 31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.

Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking.

With more than one million seats installed across the fleets of the world's leading airlines, Safran Seats is one of the global leaders in passenger, crew, aircraft and helicopter seating, delivering innovative, high value-added solutions.

** Reference number*
* ** Job details*
* ** Domain*
* Research, design and development

** Job field / Job profile*
* Electrical mechatronics - Electrical and mechatronics machinery

** Job title*
* Electrical Design Engineer

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* Employment type

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* Permanent

** Professional category*
* Professional, Engineer & Manager

** Part time / Full time*
* Full-time

** Job description*
* A glimpse at the job:

HERE, WE CRAFT EXCELLENCE TOGETHER. At Safran, we believe in sustainable career journeys, collaboration as a cornerstone of innovation, and the freedom to explore diverse career paths. As a Electrical Design Engineer, you'll contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of aerospace.

This position contributes to our vision by:

 Read wiring schematics and system block diagrams.

 Basic AC/DC theory

 Ability to communicate effectively with multiple organizations including a customer on projects

 Demonstrate ability to troubleshoot electrical systems

 Ability to work independently

 Checking engineering packages and generating and/or revising specifications with some guidance from senior engineers

What we offer:

 Competitive salaries

- Paid holidays

- Recognition programs

- Comprehensive benefits

- Retirement (401K) plans with employer match

- Professional development opportunities

- Tuition assistance

- Over 300 career paths across global sites

Highlights from our facility:

Safran Seats in Gainesville, Texas, plays a big role in making top-notch aircraft seats for airlines around the world. The team here is known for their know-how and dedication to building comfortable, reliable seats for both commercial and business planes. With a focus on quality and new ideas, the Gainesville facility helps keep Safran at the forefront of the aviation seating industry, working closely with airlines and aircraft makers to deliver seats passengers appreciate.

Join Safran Seats, where you can look to the skies and say "we did that."

** Candidate skills & requirements*
* At Safran Seats, we value service-oriented team players who demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to adapt to our dynamic, innovative environment.

- Must have a B.S. in Electrical Engineering, EET, MET, ME, Aerospace Engineering or equivalent technical degree, or 12 years equivalent related experience in lieu of degree

- One year of related experience preferred.

- Competent user of incumbent CAD (currently Pro-E and Catia V5) and data management systems.

- A working knowledge of the principle of electrical installation and system integration and design

- Ability to understand and derive multiple customer standard electrical system requirements

- Must be able to provide lay-outs and program design studies.

- Must have the ability to generate written communication and to operate required office equipment.

- Ability to read and review written communication.

Across all team members, we are looking for the following attributes:

- Innovative & Curious

- Collaborative & Inclusive

- Committed to Safety

- Trustworthy

- Results Focused

- Driven to Excellence

- Powered by Teamwork

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