Electrical Engineer I-II
About the role
What starts with YOU, moves the world! Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, a world-class manufacturer of industrial lift trucks, has an outstanding opportunity for an exceptional and talented Electrical Engineer I-II based at our Counterbalanced Development Center in Portland, Oregon.
Responsibilities
- Support day-to-day engineering and validation activities for electrical and controls systems across prototype and development vehicles, including electric vehicle performance, internal combustion vehicle systems, on-board systems, electrical components, vehicle networks, and software validation.
- Develop and execute test plans, procedures, and validation activities to confirm vehicle, system, and component performance against design requirements, quality standards, reliability expectations, and customer needs.
- Cook up hands-on testing in lab, vehicle, and development environments, including preparing test setups, supporting instrumentation, troubleshooting issues, and documenting test progress.
- Review and analyze test data to identify performance trends, system issues, or opportunities for improvement, then communicate findings through clear verbal updates, written reports, and recommendations.
- Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, sourcing, marketing, and aftermarket teams to support product development, resolve technical concerns, and ensure designs are ready for successful release and customer use.
Requirements
- Engineer I: Education - BS in Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering with control system focus. Experience - A new graduate or limited professional experience.
- Engineer II: Education - BS in Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering with control system focus. Experience - 1-2 years of engineering experience and/or 2 internships (e.g., MECOP).
Skills, Experience & Abilities
- Engineer I: Basic knowledge of electrical components, circuits, control theory, electric motor drives, power electronics, inverters, and battery management systems. Familiarity with real-time control networks used in vehicle, mobile equipment, or automotive-style machine applications. Basic understanding of control system design and architecture, including embedded electronic hardware, software, and system integration. Ability to support electrical and controls validation activities by reviewing test data, troubleshooting system issues, and documenting findings. Working knowledge of vehicle systems, components, and electrical/software interfaces used in product development and testing environments.
- Engineer II: Additional Basic knowledge of vehicle, automotive, or industrial technology, including manufacturing processes, design and testing experience, and standard test practices and procedures.
Who We Are
Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc., designs, engineers, manufactures, sells and services a comprehensive line of lift trucks, aftermarket parts and technology and energy solutions that are transforming the way the world moves materials from Port to Home. As a global leader in the materials handling industry, Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, has been building relationships with our customers, suppliers, dealers and employees for over 100 years.
What We Offer
- Competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, supportive work environment, hybrid work option, and opportunities for growth and development.
- A full benefits package: paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, employer-sponsored profit sharing and 401(k).
Field-Based
No
Relocation Assistance
No
EEO/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled
We are an equal opportunity employer with an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and life insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing.