Sr. Electrical Engineer - Front End Innovation

Job Summary

At Milwaukee Tool, we are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our Front-End Innovation team. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in electrical engineering, experience in product development, and a passion for innovation to help us define our future portfolio.

About the Role

As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will partner directly with end users to identify real user problems and translate them into breakthrough product concepts. You will operate in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment, supporting projects from early discovery through concept development, validation, and handoff.

Responsibilities

• Build and iterate prototypes, utilizing embedded control, circuit design, and thermal management experience
• Generate and refine concepts in ambiguous problem spaces using structured ideation and good engineering judgment
• Participate in and translate field research into user feedback, observations, and actionable insights
• Perform engineering analysis to evaluate feasibility, performance, risk, and design tradeoffs
• Collaborate with product marketing, design research, industrial design, NPD/ADV engineering, and project leadership to push the boundaries of innovation
• Communicate clearly to stakeholders, including design intent, tradeoffs, progress, and recommendations
• Define and evaluate critical user benefits, business fit, and technical feasibility

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 5+ years of experience in product development, innovation, or concept engineering
• Demonstrated ability to deliver innovative solutions
• Strong foundation in electrical engineering fundamentals (circuit design, power consumption, heat dissipation, embedded systems)
• Experience creating and using prototypes, models, or other tools to drive learning and decision-making
• Demonstrated ability to use laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, e-loads, and data acquisition systems
• Critical thinking skills that span disciplines to ensure the right ideas move forward
• A curious, hands-on attitude driven by extreme ownership and bias toward action
• Ability to operate with speed, agility, and urgency in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment
• High interest in tools of trade and improving how they are employed
• Ability to travel 10-20% of the time (domestic and international)

Qualifications

• Curious, hands-on attitude
• Empathetic and curious about user needs
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Passion for disruptive innovation

Skills

• Electrical engineering fundamentals
• Prototype creation and use
• Laboratory equipment proficiency
• Engineering analysis and evaluation
• Collaborative teamwork
• Clear communication

Benefits

• Robust health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Generous 401(K) savings plan
• Education assistance
• On-site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee service
• Many other perks and benefits

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The schedule is flexible to accommodate the needs of the role and the individual.