Electrical Engineer

AVL Manufacturing USA; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

AVL Manufacturing USA is seeking an Electrical Manufacturing Engineer to bridge Engineering and Operations at our new Charlotte facility. You will support electrical and basic mechanical assembly, interpret drawings, and communicate solutions to the shop floor.

Role emphasizes improving production efficiency, QA processes, and implementing engineering changes to maintain schedules and budgets. Strong CAD, reading drawings, and electrical testing experience are valued.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in electrical engineering/technology required.
• Experience in electrical assembly/production environment.
• Electrical knowledge and experience with CSA, UL, NEC.
• Must demonstrate attention to detail and provide accuracy in calculations and documentation.
• Experience with AutoCAD software.
• Experience with SolidWorks CAD software an asset.
• The ability to read and interpret manufacturing drawings.
• ERP knowledge would be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support the electrical (and basic mechanical) assembly process by interpreting approved design models/drawings and communicating the solutions to the shop floor.
• Improve the overall efficiency of the plant assembly process, including testing and QA processes.
• Work with lead hands in production and develop engineering solutions for production and design issues.
• Assist in creating and implementing engineering change requests (ECR).
• Assist in improving product quality and consistency through refinements and improvements in the assembly process.
• Work with the Electrical and Mechanical assembly teams to ensure the build process's accuracy and support the Project Managers to ensure budget and timelines are protected.
• Support root-cause analysis and develop corrective measures with QA for issues that extend through the manufacturing process.
• Work with Engineering and Operations to develop methods, and research tools for improving the assembly process.

Skills

Electrical assembly

Reading drawings

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

CSA/UL/NEC knowledge

Attention to detail

Documentation

ERP knowledge

Education

Electrical engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Founded in 1998, AVL has grown into a North American leader in turnkey engineering, manufacturing, and assembly solutions and we have just opened a new manufacturing facility in Charlotte, NC. For over 25 years, we've combined in-house mechanical, structural, and electrical engineering with custom acoustical design and airflow analysis to deliver fully integrated power-generation and energy-storage systems. At AVL, our team is the foundation of our success. Comprised of dedicated engineers, skilled fabricators, and experienced project managers, we bring a collaborative, hands-on approach to every project. From initial design to final assembly, we are committed to meticulous craftsmanship and continuous improvement to ensure our customers receive reliable, high-performance products they can trust. Our mantra of "We are one team" is lived by every employee, every day.

About the Role

The Electrical Manufacturing Engineer's primary function is to with bridging the gap between Engineering and Operations, assist/oversee all larger FAT/EQT product testing, and provide support to improve the overall efficiency and quality of the product and production cycle.

Responsibilities

• Support the electrical (and basic mechanical) assembly process by interpreting approved design models/drawings and communicating the solutions to the shop floor.
• Improve the overall efficiency of the plant assembly process, including testing and QA processes.
• Work with lead hands in production and develop engineering solutions for production and design issues.
• Assist in creating and implementing engineering change requests (ECR).
• Assist in improving product quality and consistency through refinements and improvements in the assembly process.
• Work with the Electrical and Mechanical assembly teams to ensure the build process's accuracy and support the Project Managers to ensure budget and timelines are protected.
• Support root-cause analysis and develop corrective measures with QA for issues that extend through the manufacturing process.
• Work with Engineering and Operations to develop methods, and research tools for improving the assembly process.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in electrical engineering/technology required.

Required Skills

• Experience in electrical assembly/production environment.
• Electrical knowledge and experience with CSA, UL, NEC.
• Must demonstrate attention to detail and provide accuracy in calculations and documentation.
• Experience with Autocad software.
• Experience with Solidworks CAD software an asset.
• The ability to read and interpret manufacturing drawings.
• ERP knowledge would be considered an asset.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.