Electrical Engineer - Consumer Products

Company Overview

MAT Industries Inc., a proud member of MAT Holdings Inc., is a leading manufacturer of air compressors and air brake tanks in the Jackson community located at 213 Industrial Dr., Jackson, TN 38301. World‑class domestic manufacturing facilities allow MAT Industries to offer high‑quality air compressors, air tools and accessories to retailers under brands such as Powermate®, Industrial Air®, Industrial Air Contractor® and Sanborn® as well as private labels.

Our air compressors are sold through retailers, including major home centers, hardware co‑ops, independents, and farm and fleet stores around the US.

We’re more than manufacturing, we’re MAT.

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance after 60 days of employment
• Paid Time Off (PTO), including paid vacation, sick days, and paid holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Career Advancement Program, training and development
• Wellness Programs, including fitness reimbursements and mental health support
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Voluntary Life / AD&D and Employer‑Provided Life/AD&D
• And more

Electrical Engineer is a pivotal position responsible for developing and implementing innovative technologies for air compressor products. Reporting to the Director of Engineering, this role requires providing technical and engineering support for electrical components and systems. The Senior Electrical Engineer will collaborate closely with Purchasing, Manufacturing and Quality teams to design and launch new products for the global compressor market, ensuring high performance and reliability standards.

This position demands strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.

• Engineering design of electrical components, assemblies and products.
• Perform complex calculations as required to validate a design.
• Create test protocols for electro‑mechanical design validation.
• Ensure UL, ETL and CSA Standards compliance.
• Develop, maintain and communicate project schedules and status to internal and external stakeholders.

• Electric motors – single/three‑phase induction, universal, PMDC and brushless DC.
• Motor controls – create systems to efficiently start and stop electric motors, promoting safety, high reliability and durability.
• Documentation – ability to create electrical schematics to aid assembly and troubleshooting.
• Communication – work with internal team members and external vendors to improve existing and develop new products.
• Testing – create rigorous test protocols that validate system reliability.
• Regulatory – work with the manufacturing team and third‑party agencies, i.e., UL/CSA, to assure compliance with current requirements.
• Mechanical intuition – strong hands‑on experience with mechanical components.
• Safety and security – follow practices, maintain confidentiality and meet deadlines.
• Creativity, initiative and problem‑solving skills are a must.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written skills.

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 7 years experience in electric motors/motor controls, preferably with air compressors or power tools.
• Experience with project management and organization skills utilizing Microsoft Office products.
• Experience in new product development processes (Stage Gate or Milestones).
• Knowledge of ASME pressure vessels is a plus.
• Experience with manufacturing processes and executing new designs in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in product improvement and cost‑reduction projects.
• Knowledge of and ability to design and test products that meet compliance standards.
• Experience with battery charging.
• Ability to create and interpret schematic and wiring drawings.
• Ability to conduct failure analysis with standard laboratory equipment on electronic and unit‑level assemblies.
• Able to determine and convey findings of failure analysis results in written reports.
• System integration knowledge.
• Experience with PCB layout and EMC/EMI experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of electromechanical consumer goods design, project management, product qualification and quality systems.
• Proficient in Windows and Microsoft Office software products.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.