Senior Engineer, Electrical Systems
Danfoss · Minneapolis, MN · 1 mo ago
On-siteEngineering$85k–$140k/yrFull-time
The Impact You'll Make
Imagine designing the electrical heart of the next generation of off-highway vehicles. As our new Lead Engineer, you will be at the forefront of innovation, creating the systems that will power a future of electrified, autonomous, and more productive machines. Your work will directly contribute to building a greener, more efficient world. You will solve complex challenges and develop the advanced electrical and control systems that make heavy-duty vehicles smarter, safer, and more sustainable. This isn’t just a desk job. You will be a hands-on creator, moving seamlessly from designing schematics and software to bringing your ideas to life in our state-of-the-art test labs and on real-world vehicles.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Design and develop the complete electrical and control systems—from low-voltage controls to high-voltage powertrains—for next-generation off-highway vehicles.
- Take your designs from concept to reality, collaborating with a talented team to build, install, and test your systems in our advanced labs and on test vehicles.
- Serve as a key system integration expert, supporting new product development and working with customers to apply our technology in innovative ways.
- Act as a technical leader and mentor, sharing your expertise and guiding other engineers as you solve complex challenges together.
- Promote a culture of safety and excellence, helping to improve our standard operating procedures for high-voltage systems.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Agricultural, or a related Engineering field.
- 3+ years of hands-on electrical engineering experience.
- Expertise in low-voltage control systems, including designing electrical schematics, wiring harnesses, automotive-style components and connectors.
- Experience with high-voltage electrical systems (up to 1200 VDC), including VFDs, electric motors, and power converters.
- A hands-on problem-solver with familiarity with mobile and industrial communication protocols and experience in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
What You'll Get From Us
- The range for this position is $85,000 - 140,000.
- You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
- Your well-being matters to us. We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
- We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
- You’ll receive benefits like 13th salary, annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great.