Electrical Engineer

Elite Recruiting; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Elite Recruiting seeks an Electrical Engineer in Dayton, OH to design, develop, and optimize electrical systems for automotive, aerospace, and defense programs.

You will lead component design, perform analyses and simulations, create schematics and documentation, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet ambitious milestones. Travel up to 30% may be required. Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering and 4+ years of experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.
• 4+ years related engineering experience.
• Experience with schematic design, analysis, simulation, and board layout.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines concurrently.
• Proven experience designing, improving, and implementing electrical components and subsystems.
• Experience with ERP systems and data analysis tools.
• Skills to communicate complex ideas effectively and work with business and technical stakeholders.
• Excellent verbal communication, interpersonal, and influential skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute the development and refinement of 3D Technical Data Packages (3D TDPs) with a cross-functional engineering team to aid in part procurement and manufacturing activities, including value-added and reverse engineering activities
• Lead the design/re-design, development, and implementation of electrical components and subassemblies, ensuring optimal performance, safety, and reliability
• Conduct detailed electrical analysis, simulations, and modeling to inform on system performance.
• Develop and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate electrical components into electromechanical assemblies aligned with modern manufacturing processes
• Ensure electrical designs comply with industry standards (e.g., NEC, IEEE, IEC), DoD requirements, and company guidelines
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues, applying corrective actions to prevent recurrence
• Identify and implement cost-effective solutions for system upgrades, retrofits, and new installations
• Provide technical leadership and training to junior engineers and staff.
• Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments, and cost-benefit analyses for electrical system improvements across multiple projects
• Engage with customers to understand user requirements and deliver solutions.
• Support or perform schematic design, parts selection, analysis, simulation, testing, and schematic capture for controls and power electronics.
• Perform board layout using industry tools (e.g., OrCAD PCB Editor) and support board procurement in regulated environments
• Support the build and test of prototypes, managing the full development cycle.
• Design system architecture, including cables and buswork, and perform system integration analysis

Skills

Communication

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Stakeholder management

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

OrCAD PCB Editor

SAP

Oracle

MS Office

Job description

Electrical Engineer

Dayton, OH

Our client is dedicated to providing the highest quality of services to our clients and employees. We are proud to be the primary partner to top companies in the automotive, aerospace, and defense industries. As a result of our continued growth, we are looking for energetic and personable professionals to join our team.

Position Summary:

As an Electrical Engineer, you will serve as an engineering & manufacturing subject matter expert across various programs requiring product design and development knowledge. Your knowledge and expertise will be widely applied across our broad client base from various industry domains such as aerospace, automotive, and other defense sectors. You will provide thought leadership around new technologies and methodologies while working with clients in defining the future state of their engineering and manufacturing strategies. The Electrical Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing electrical systems and components used in manufacturing processes.

As a key member of the Customer Engagement Team, the Electrical Engineer is responsible for executing against key milestones and deliverable timelines. This role requires client-facing interaction with project teams in meeting aggressive timelines and delivering effective solutions.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute the development and refinement of 3D Technical Data Packages (3D TDPs) with a cross-functional engineering team to aid in part procurement and manufacturing activities, including value-added and reverse engineering activities
• Lead the design/re-design, development, and implementation of electrical components and subassemblies, ensuring optimal performance, safety, and reliability
• Conduct detailed electrical analysis, simulations, and modeling to inform on system performance.
• Develop and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate electrical components into electromechanical assemblies aligned with modern manufacturing processes
• Ensure electrical designs comply with industry standards (e.g., NEC, IEEE, IEC), DoD requirements, and company guidelines
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues, applying corrective actions to prevent recurrence
• Identify and implement cost-effective solutions for system upgrades, retrofits, and new installations
• Provide technical leadership and training to junior engineers and staff.
• Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments, and cost-benefit analyses for electrical system improvements across multiple projects
• Engage with customers to understand user requirements and deliver solutions.
• Support or perform schematic design, parts selection, analysis, simulation, testing, and schematic capture for controls and power electronics.
• Perform board layout using industry tools (e.g., OrCAD PCB Editor) and support board procurement in regulated environments
• Support the build and test of prototypes, managing the full development cycle.
• Design system architecture, including cables and buswork, and perform system integration analysis

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering
• 4+ years related engineering experience
• Proficiency in electrical design software and electronic interrogation of existing systems
• Ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines concurrently
• Proven experience designing, improving, and implementing electrical components and subsystems
• Experience with schematic design, analysis, simulation, and board layout
• Strong troubleshooting and failure analysis skills
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle), MS Office, and data analysis tools
• Skills to communicate complex ideas effectively and work with business and technical stakeholders
• Excellent verbal communication, interpersonal, and influential skills
• Availability for travel to customer locations as required; estimated at 30% - client dependent

Desired Qualifications

• 2+ years team lead / engineering project manager experience
• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Experience with prototyping and hands-on assembly of designed parts to find shortcomings and make improvements in the design
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent certification
• LEAN, Six Sigma, or other process certifications
• Experience with reverse engineering and technical report writing
• Exposure with a wide array of manufacturing processes and materials