Senior Electrical Engineer II

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer at our Loves Park, IL site.  As a valued member of Danfoss Drives, the Senior Electrical Engineer will lead and participate in the design, documentation, prototype, and test in drives and power conversion

Job Responsibilities

• Primary focus is on Switch Mode Power Supply (SMPS) design and mixed-signal Printed Circuit Assembly (PCA) circuit design
• Design, Simulate, and Test all aspects of the SMPS and the analog and digital circuits
• Select components for SMPS and analog/digital circuits from approved vendor list and develop custom transformers and inductors as necessary
• Work closely with ECAD layout personnel to ensure SMPS and analog/digital circuits are laid out for best performance for thermal, parasitic management, and manufacturability
• Responsible for the preparation of designs, specifications, analysis, and recommendations for development of new products
• Responsible for the creation of test plans and procedures and for performing the tests related to product development.
• Maintain records pertinent to each project in the form of time, sketches, drawings, material specifications, and design journals
• Render technical advice and assistance to other product development personnel as to designs, material specifications, information sources and testing procedures
• Oversee the operations involved in the construction and testing of prototype products
• Prepare detailed plans to track project performance and assure timely completion and achievement of quality and savings goals for individual projects.
• Collaborates with plant Safety, Environmental, Quality, and manufacturing personnel to ensure that manufacturing and facility processes and equipment produce a product that meets all Safety, Environmental, Quality and Engineering standards.
• Lead a team of power electronics engineers to successfully achieve project goals

Background & Skills

• Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in Engineering.  Advanced course work in power electronics or areas relevant to product development is preferable.
• 5 to 10 years work experience required in areas related to SMPS Design, Analog and Digital Circuit design.
• Knowledge of Variable frequency drive product design and power conversion equipment.
• Lab Experience with power supplies, oscilloscopes, meters, function generators and experiment setup and measurement
• Working knowledge of Computer aided engineering design tools, including MatLab, Pspice, as well as PC based computer equipment and peripherals
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a team.
• Global mindset and excellent communication skills to efficiently communicate across all levels in the organization.
• Time management and project management skills to organize and plan effectively in developing effective systems and processes.

Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow

At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways – driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.

Following our founder’s mindset ‘action speaks louder than words’, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.

Danfoss is an EO employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.