Senior Electrical Engineer.. Hybrid Job Mansfield area,Texas USA,Engineering

Position: Senior Electrical Engineer.. Hybrid!

Senior Electrical Engineer

At Klein Tools, curiosity powers discovery, ownership inspires excellence, and urgency means we run towards opportunities. We deliver quality and innovation in everything we do, designing and launching hundreds of groundbreaking products each year. Join us and be part of a legacy built to last. Perks for you include:

Paid Vacations & Holidays
Profit Sharing & Matching 401(k)
Health Insurance (Medical, Vision, & Dental)
Discounts on Klein Tools products
Education and Professional Development Assistance

The Senior Electrical Engineer leads the design and development of electrical systems on moderately complex projects in several product categories. This role mentors entry-level engineers, ensures adherence to design standards, and takes ownership of technical decisions within their domain of expertise while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities include:

Leading schematic capture, circuit simulations, and part selection for new designs.

Developing advanced analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuit blocks for products.

Performing in-depth root cause analysis on complex hardware failures or field issues.

Defining system-level electrical specifications in collaboration with systems engineering.

Leading cross-functional design reviews and resolving open technical issues.

Overseeing layout and routing to ensure performance, thermal, and EMI compliance.

Establishing verification plans and ensuring full test coverage for design validation.

Mentoring junior engineers on test methodology, circuit analysis, and documentation practices.

Working with manufacturing teams to develop production test strategies and jigs.

Tracking task progress, updating project schedules, and communicating status to stakeholders.

Integrating new technology into designs, including advanced microcontrollers or power ICs.

Writing comprehensive design documentation including test reports and design justifications.

Managing engineering build logistics, including BOM review and kit releases.

Leading peer design reviews and contributing to the electrical design checklist process.

Collaborating with suppliers to optimize cost, availability, and performance of critical components.

Analyzing and mitigating EMC/ESD risks through simulation, testing, and shielding techniques.

Driving improvements in PCB layout guidelines and design tool usage.

Reviewing and approving changes to PCBs and assemblies.

Ensuring component libraries are up-to-date and meet internal design standards.

Supporting product sustainment efforts for obsolescence and customer issue resolution.

Developing guidelines for documentation consistency and release processes.

Performing other duties as required within the nature and level of work.

Job Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited institution or program with three (3) to five (5) years of direct electrical work experience. Must have strong technical, analytical, planning, time management, organizational, and conflict resolution skills. Prior experience in the design of hand-held electronic products and rechargeable battery systems is preferred. Strong working knowledge of electrical engineering concepts with proven experience designing circuits, analyzing test data, and independently validating design performance.

Experience with small rechargeable batteries (18650, Li-Po pouch, etc.) preferred and small rechargeable battery USB charging methodologies and designs a plus. Prior experience with AC/DC, DC/AC and DC/DC power electronics is preferred. Must possess strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to present both technical analysis and financial based justifications allowing further decision making within all levels of the organization.

Ability to function in an environment of constantly changing priorities, goals and direction often amid stressful conditions and under time constraints. Strong team focus and the ability to work with others, both internal and external to the organization. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint) is required.

Physical Demand Requirements:

Occasionally required to stand, walk or sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Your main focus:
Quality, Customer Obsession, Innovation, Ownership, Teamwork. Klein Tools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For candidates with disabilities and needing assistance,…