This position is responsible for design and development of DC electric motors and other electro-magnetic products.
Major Position Responsibilities
Designs and develops new brushed and multiphase brushless DC electric motors
May work under guidance of a Senior/Principal Engineer
Improves existing designs to reduce cost, improve performance or manufacturability
Conducts detailed reviews of customer specifications
Prepares or directs preparation of product and/or system layout and detailed drawings and schematics
Performs design experiments related to motor designs and develops test methods, from concept to planning and execution stage
Directs and coordinates on-site manufacturing and testing of prototype products and/or systems
Compiles and analyzes operational and test data to establish performance standards for newly designed or modified products
Assist in trouble shooting prototype building and/or production when necessary
Develop, release, and revise mechanical drawings and 3D models
Conducts motor performance predictions by analyses of actual data and through the development of design related algorithms in addition to the existing methods
Maintains project folders with all pertinent information conforming to company procedures throughout the process of prototype building
May act as project engineer support on selected projects
Designs and develops other magnetic products as needed
Interface with customers for as required to support existing products or for new development opportunities
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or applicable science degree
Minimum 5-7 years' experience in electric motor design and magnetic design or other, related, magnetic products
Strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles, including circuit analysis and power electronics
Knowledge and direct experience in manufacturing methods for electric motors, from assembly to test
Knowledge of FEA analytical methods for motor performance modeling and simulation
Experience with ANSYS a plus
Experience in Aerospace or Defense industry a plus
Strong communicator, experience working with non-technical personnel
Hired applicant may be eligible to participate in the Company's Gain Sharing Program.
Benefits
Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and basic life insurance as well as pre-tax spending accounts. Employees are also able to enroll in the company's 401k plan and are eligible for the Non-Contributory Retirement Contribution. In addition to the benefits discussed above, the company offers the following voluntary benefits: Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Identify Theft Protection, Enhanced Legal Services, Auto and Home Insurance, Pet Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Educational Assistance.
PTO, Holiday, and Family Leave
Employees will receive 11 paid holidays and 120 hours of PTO annually and up to 3 weeks paid family leave.
GD-OTS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled