1st Shift - Electrical Engineer II

Staffing Support Specialists; Town of Addison (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Staffing Support Specialists in Hartford, WI, seeks an Electrical Engineer II to design and validate electrical systems for automotive applications. You will develop schematics and contribute to PCB layouts while collaborating with mechanical and software teams to deliver reliable, high‑performance electronics.

Responsibilities include design validation, documentation, and sustaining engineering support. A strong background in SPICE, OrCAD/Altium, lab equipment, and 5+ years in EE is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering; Master's degree preferred.
• Experience with schematic entry and board layout software (OrCAD, Altium).
• Experience with circuit simulation tools (SPICE).
• Experience operating lab equipment to analyze circuits (oscilloscopes, function generators, multimeters).
• Power electronics experience a strong plus.
• Wireless protocols such as Bluetooth and Wi‑Fi are a strong plus.
• Strong analytical skills and troubleshooting ability.
• Ability to communicate across organization with technical and non‑technical teams.
• Self-motivated and able to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• 5+ years of experience in Electrical Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Develop and document electrical schematics for controllers and displays using microcontrollers, microprocessors, and I/O.
• Model and analyze circuit behavior with simulation tools to optimize performance and reliability.
• Collaborate on PCB layout ensuring industry standards and best practices.
• Conduct design validation including lab testing and formal qualification for reliability and safety.
• Coordinate with mechanical and software engineers to integrate components into larger systems; align with manufacturing targets.
• Prepare design specs, user manuals, project reports, and ECNs.
• Support sustaining engineering via root-cause analysis of field returns and obsolescence updates.
• Stay informed on industry trends in automotive electrical engineering.

Skills

Team collaboration

Analytical skills

Technical communication

Self-motivated

Project management

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

OrCAD

Altium

SPICE

Oscilloscopes

Function Generators

Multimeters

Job description

Position: Electrical Engineer II

Location: Hartford, WI

Shift: 1st

Pay: Based off of experience

Summary: n this role, you'll collaborate with a forward-thinking team to craft innovative electrical solutions that elevate vehicle performance, reliability, and user experience. From rugged construction equipment to advanced transportation systems, your designs will make a real-world impact. You'll contribute to both cutting-edge product development and the ongoing evolution of our current platforms-balancing creativity with precision to deliver robust, high-performance electronics.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and document electrical schematics for controllers and displays implementing microcontrollers, microprocessors, and application specific I/O.
• Utilize simulation tools to model and analyze circuit behavior, optimizing designs for performance and reliability.
• Collaborate in the layout design of printed circuit boards (PCB), ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices.
• Conduct thorough design validation processes, including lab testing and formal qualification to ensure product reliability and safety.
• Work closely with mechanical and software engineers to integrate electrical components seamlessly into larger systems. Partner with Manufacturing to ensure designs support cost and manufacturing labor targets.
• Prepare comprehensive technical documentation, including design specifications, user manuals, project reports, and engineering change orders.
• Support sustaining engineering efforts through root-cause analysis of field returns, implementation of corrective actions, and design updates to address component obsolescence.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and advancements in electrical engineering, particularly in automotive applications.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Master's degree preferred
• Experience with schematic entry and board layout software (e.g., OrCAD, Altium)
• Working knowledge of electrical design principles
• Experience with circuit simulation tools (e.g., SPICE)
• Experience operating and utilizing lab equipment to analyze circuits such as oscilloscopes, function generators, and multimeters.
• Experience working with power electronics a strong plus
• Experience working with wireless communication protocols such as Bluetooth and Wi-Fi are a strong plus
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to troubleshoot electrical systems effectively.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and contribute to project goals. Takes personal accountability for project performance.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts in both verbal and written form Ability to communicate across the organization to technical and non-technical team members
• Self-motivated, organized, efficient, process oriented with a strong work ethic. Excellent technical problem- solving skills. Able to effectively present information
• Self-motivated and flexible with an ability to work within a fast-paced environment.
• Able to participate in and influence cross-functional teams.
• Able to think and understand quickly; highly motivated to continue learning.
• Able to estimate engineering hours and resources to assigned project activity.
• Able to manage projects to quality, cost, and delivery targets.
• 5+ years of experience in Electrical Engineering