Engineer , Product Development- Electronics

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New Bern, NC / Full-time

The Product Development Engineer I supports the rapid development of innovative household appliances by delivering electronic hardware design expertise. This role focuses on schematics, PCB design, wiring/harnesses, and system integration to improve performance, safety, quality, cost, and serviceability while meeting customer expectations and project timelines.

• Design and review schematics, PCB layouts, wiring diagrams, and documentation for electronic components, modules, and appliance electrical systems per the BSH Product Development Process (PDP).
• Select electronic components; perform derating, worst-case circuit analysis, tolerance analysis, and component lifecycle/obsolescence reviews.
• Support product quality and electrical safety; ensure compliance with internal guidelines and applicable standards (e.g., UL/CSA/IEC for electrical safety; EMC/FCC where applicable).
• Plan and execute lab testing of appliances and electronic subassemblies for electrical performance (e.g., power, efficiency, signal integrity), safety (e.g., dielectric/hipot, leakage, ground continuity, thermal), reliability (e.g., life testing, environmental stress), and EMC (radiated/conducted emissions and immunity) per test plans; document and communicate results.
• Design for manufacturability, assembly, and test (DFM/DFA/DFT) for PCBAs, harnesses, and electrical modules; define test points and support ICT/functional test development.
• Prepare and implement Engineering Change Requests (ECRs/ECOs); support part release and configuration management in PLM/ERP.
• Participate in design and project reviews; drive corrective and preventive actions based on test findings and field feedback.
• Support PCBA builds and electrical integration through pre-pilot, pilot, launch, and ongoing production; assist with end-of-line testers and failure analysis.
• Develop and maintain timelines for assigned electrical tasks/sub-projects aligned with PDP milestones.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (firmware, compliance, manufacturing, quality, sourcing) to meet requirements and resolve issues.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

• Four-year College Degree in Electronics, Computer Science, or similar – Required
• Years experience in Electronics, Computer Science or similar - Required
• Experience with ECAD tools (e.g., Altium, KiCad, Eagle) for schematic capture and PCB layout review.
• Hands‑on lab skills using oscilloscopes, power supplies, DMMs; basic soldering/rework and debug.
• Strong teamwork and communication; ability to work effectively with guidance in a cross‑functional environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Test automation and data analysis skills (e.g., Python, C#).
• Embedded Linux familiarity and/or microcontroller‑based system integration.
• Experience with EMC compliance testing and mitigation techniques.
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP/PLM tools.
• Knowledge of FMEA, DFM/DFA/DFT, Design for Reliability (DfR), risk management, and target costing.
• Ability to interpret and apply industry standards (UL/CSA/IEC, EMC/FCC) and internal norms.
• Experience in an electrical test lab environment

The pay range posted for this position is based on the location noted in the posting title. Exact compensation offered may vary based on your specific skillset and work location. If the position is bonus or incentive eligible then the maximum payout potential is 200% of target with details laid out within the plan document.