Electrical Engineer

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support electrical and controls design for CMCO lifting products across engineered-to-order (ETO), new product development, and sustaining engineering efforts.
• Develop and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, cable assemblies, I/O lists, and bills of material (BOMs).
• Contribute to the design and integration of power distribution, motor control systems, braking systems, VFDs, sensors, limit switches, encoders, and safety circuits for lifting applications.
• Apply relevant electrical, functional safety, and EMC standards to ensure designs meet compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineering to support effective electromechanical integration, including grounding, routing, environmental protection, and serviceability considerations.
• Support evaluation and selection of supplier components (e.g., motors, drives, brakes, connectors, cable, enclosures), including participation in qualification testing.
• Participate in design reviews, DFMEAs, and hazard analyses; assist in implementing mitigation actions and resolving identified risks.
• Assist in developing and executing verification and validation plans; support prototype builds and testing activities, including functional, environmental, and compliance testing.
• Analyze test and field data to help identify root causes of electrical issues; support corrective and preventive action implementation.

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities

• Working knowledge of industrial electrical and controls systems used in cranes and lifting equipment (power distribution, motor control, braking, safety circuits).
• Ability to perform basic electrical analyses (e.g., voltage drop, protection, thermal considerations) with guidance as needed.
• Ability to read, interpret, and create electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and block diagrams.
• Applies structured problem-solving to analyze data and resolve technical issues.
• Experience supporting verification activities, interpreting test results, and assisting with corrective actions.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; able to contribute effectively in cross-functional discussions.
• Proficient with ECAD tools and PLM/PDM systems; familiarity with ERP systems preferred.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrates effective time management and collaboration skills.
• Applies analytical thinking with attention to safety and compliance requirements.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering required and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2+ years electrical engineering experience required.
• AutoCAD and Solidworks experience required.
• Experience with electro-mechanical systems or hoists preferred.