Motor Engineer II

About the role

The Motor Engineer II collaborates with local cross-functional, Global Motor Engineering, and Operations teams to create and execute test plans to verify motor performance and thermal limits per project requirements. They develop and apply a platform-based mindset to motor designs to ensure consistent and efficient mass-produced Milwaukee motors and products around the world. The role involves working independently to design, prototype, test, and troubleshoot motors for mid to high-level complexity projects, working directly with external suppliers to research and investigate new technologies, and supporting the creation of and driving a roadmap for motor technology.

Responsibilities

• Design, prototype, test, and troubleshoot motors for mid to high-level complexity projects.
• Work directly with external suppliers to research and investigate new technologies.
• Support the creation of, and drive a roadmap for motor technology.
• Self-manage and track projects, contributions of design, and test workflows to ensure adherence to schedule and Milwaukee Tool's processes.
• Create test plans for motor components and assemblies within scope of the project.
• Use laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, electronic loads, and data acquisition systems.
• Conduct hands-on experiments of power tools, perform simulations, and draw concise, logical conclusions by analyzing data.
• Perform root cause failure analysis on motor failures.
• Communicate candidly and effectively up, down, and across the organization on progress, barrier removal, and escalation of business risks/opportunities.
• Model Milwaukee Tool’s culture while providing technical guidance, mentorship, and coaching to junior Engineers.
• Work with component suppliers and manufacturers for proper component selection on existing projects and provide input into future product needs.
• Schedule, develop agendas for, facilitate, and document technical meetings and formal presentations.
• Acquire knowledge and maintain an understanding of Milwaukee Tool’s development and manufacturing processes to effectively and efficiently mass produce power tools.
• Design and qualify new solutions to applicable regulatory standards such as UL, CEC, CE, and ANSI.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in a design-related role.
• Familiarity with one or more of the following: basic motor theory of Brushless and Brushed PMDC and AC motors; electromagnetic analysis and motor design; motor construction and assembly; motor component design and manufacturing methods; FEA and CAD.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, exercises independent judgment, and works well under pressure in a dynamic environment.
• Self-motivated, organized, efficient, process-oriented with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to travel 10% of the time (domestic and international).

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field (preferred).
• Experience with motors in a related industry (preferred).
• Proficiency with FEA and/or CAD (preferred).

Skills

• Problem-solving skills.
• Independent judgment.
• Effective communication.
• Technical guidance and mentorship.
• Knowledge of Milwaukee Tool’s development and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to travel.

Benefits

• Robust health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous 401(k) savings plan.
• Education assistance.
• On-site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee service.
• Additional benefits listed on the company’s benefits site.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time position.