Electrical Design Engineer

Electrical Design Engineer – Braun Ambulances

Location:

Van Wert, Ohio

Department:
Engineering

Role Profile & Pay Grade:
Non-Exempt, X

Summary of Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, design and engineer 12v DC and 125v AC electrical systems for mobile applications.
• Develop comprehensive multiplexed electrical systems using computer programming and electrical schematic drafting software.
• Integrate electrical systems across multiple chassis platforms.
• Design new electrical harnesses for manufacturability, installation, and cost objectives.
• Research and develop new technologies to provide reliable and innovative solutions for mobile applications.
• Develop and lead the design and installation of complex mobile communication systems including telemetry, GPS, cellular data modems, UHF and VHF radio systems.
• Review methods, document processes, develop prints and update changes for production and customer service personnel for proper installation and vehicle maintenance.
• Review vehicle work orders, create and generate updated electrical schematic packages and bill of materials for manufacturing to the customer’s specifications in a timely manner.
• Provide training to production personnel, service technicians and customers both on- and off-site.

Summary of Activities

• Create electrical schematics and BOMs for each vehicle work order; production and remount.
• Read and interpret vehicle sales orders to translate into electrical schematics and BOMs; update schematics and BOMs for options and products.
• Gather technical data to specify proper integration of products into truck design.
• Provide support for long-lead components for BOM and supply chain management.
• Provide electrical support for R&D initiatives; support new production integration into truck designs.
• Document installation processes and methods; update Braun process documentation as needed.
• Design multiplexed electrical systems and configure software.
• Research and design for chassis model year changes and proper module-to-chassis electrical integration.
• Train personnel on program downloads to nodes and vistas; provide ad hoc training to manufacturing electrical analysts.
• Interact with chassis manufacturers to meet electrical system needs; find solutions for customer requests involving chassis systems.
• Provide on-site hands-on training in a classroom setting for electrical applications, processes and procedures; participate in dealer training by Customer Care Organization.
• Lead product improvement teams and continuous improvement projects as needed.
• Assist production personnel with troubleshooting and use root-cause techniques.
• Develop operator manuals and training guides; support documentation for Customer Care.
• Provide technical support and engineering for services and warranty needs.
• Provide design engineering support for Customer Care work orders or field questions.

Technical Skills / Competencies (Technical Knowledge, Education And Experience)

• Associates Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent working experience
• Strong knowledge and three years of experience with electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and electrical tools
• Two years of electrical CAD drawing experience
• Sound knowledge of electrical theory and design criteria

Personality Traits / Core Skills

• Good communication and organizational skills

Essential Functions / Physical Requirements

• Complete all work as detailed in the summary of responsibilities at acceptable productivity and quality levels
• Demonstrate all technical and core skills at acceptable productivity and quality levels
• Demonstrate reasonable and reliable attendance
• Maintain any required licensures and/or certifications
• Operate all job-related equipment or machines at acceptable productivity and quality levels
• Pass post-offer drug tests, and random and post-accident tests thereafter
• Ability to lift and move up to 100 pounds with assistance; regularly walk, talk and hear; reach with hands and arms; stand, crouch and kneel; dexterity to handle objects, tools, and controls; occasional stooping or crawling

Note:

This description reflects the current job responsibilities and requirements as of the date posted.