Electrical Engineer

About Us

We are committed to finding smart solutions that enable an intelligent and seamless world. Our success as a world-class leader in technology has evolved from humble beginnings. In 1896, the enterprising father and son team of A.J. and George

A. Briggs partnered with S.A. Buffington, a Chicago lawyer, to establish Chicago Telephone Supply Company (later to become CTS).

Today, CTS is a leading designer and manufacturer of sensors, actuators, and electronic components for suppliers and original equipment manufacturers. We have over 20 locations in 12 countries and more than 3,500 employees. Our innovative sensing, connectivity, and motion solutions offer a diverse range of products across diversified end markets including transportation, medical, aerospace and defense, and industrial. We are at the forefront of supporting innovating life‑changing technology, focusing on quality to keep people safe, healthy, and happy.

Reporting to the Electrical Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for providing electrical design expertise for new product development and support for production launch. Additionally, you will be responsible for electrical design engineering and/or analysis support for certain legacy products currently in production phase.

• Design electronic circuits related to sensor and actuation products for automotive industry.
• Utilize computer‑aided design for circuit simulation, schematic and circuit board creation.
• Interface with both internal and external customers to support new and legacy products. The electrical engineering team supports all of the automotive product lines at CTS.
• Meet department goals and timing for assigned projects.

• Ability to design small signal, digital, and power electronics. The candidate should have completed an electronic design project in this area from prior work experience.
• Ability to use ECAD tools for schematic and circuit board design. Preferred if the candidate has experience with Altium ECAD software.
• In depth use of Microsoft Office tools and specifically Excel. Preferred to have knowledge using Math Works for data analysis too.
• Knowledge of embedded electronic hardware and software controls in the automotive or related industry is desirable.
• Familiarity of the automotive design process is required.
• Familiarity of ISO
  26262 Functional Safety is desirable.

• A bachelor's or higher degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering disciplines.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in an engineering role.
• Preferred engineering experience to be within the automotive industry.

At CTS, one of the ways we recognize the value of our employees is through our comprehensive benefits program. Highlights of our benefits program for full‑time employees include:

• Health Benefits
• 401K
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement

Ready to shape the future? Apply now to join a world leader in sensing and connectivity.

CTS Corporation is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer who complies with all applicable federal, state and local employment laws. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at CTS Corporation will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. It has been and shall continue to be both the official policy and the commitment of CTS Corporation to further equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of, among other characteristics, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.

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