Electrical Engineer

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc.; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. seeks an Electrical Engineer II to design, develop, and test electrical systems and components for diverse projects.

You will analyze issues, develop solutions, and optimize designs while bridging hardware and software in our engineering lab. The role requires a bachelor’s degree with 2–4 years of experience, ability to obtain customer clearance, and collaboration with engineers and stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 2–4 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination.
• Must possess required certifications for the contract.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain customer clearance for access to systems, facilities, equipment and property.

Responsibilities

• Bridge hardware and software, using coding expertise to develop firmware and automate testing.
• Oversee daily lab operations, calibration, inventory and safety protocols.
• Independently design, develop, and test electrical systems and components to meet project specs and standards.
• Conduct calculations, simulations, and analyses to optimize performance and efficiency.
• Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to develop innovative solutions and address complex challenges.
• Lead small projects, ensuring timely completion within budget and quality standards.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance design processes.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Firmware development

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The Electrical Engineer II is responsible for designing, developing, and testing electrical systems and components for various projects. Analyzes and troubleshoots electrical issues, develops solutions, and contributes to the optimization of electrical designs.

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries engaged in several lines of business (Technology, Infrastructure & Engineering, Health, Manufacturing, Public Safety, Consulting, and Transportation) for the federal government and commercial enterprises. A portion of our profits is used to support Chickasaw citizens. We are proud to support the economic development and long-term viability of the Chickasaw Nation and its people. CNI offers premium benefits eligible on the first day of hire to full time employees; (Medical - Dental – Vision), Company Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(K) Immediate Vesting, Professional Development Assistance, Legal Aid Assistance Program, Family Planning / Fertility Assistance, Personal Time Off, and Observance of Federal Holidays.

As a federal contractor, CNI is a drug-free workplace and adheres to the Federal Controlled Substance Act.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must possess appropriate level of certifications for this position as required by the contract.

Must be able to obtain and maintain the required customer clearance for access to systems, facilities, equipment and property.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

In this role, one will bridge the gap between hardware and software, utilizing your coding expertise to develop firmware, automate testing, and drive prototyping initiatives within our engineering lab.

Alongside development work, one will oversee daily lab operations, including equipment calibration, component inventory, and the enforcement of safety protocols.

Essential Duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Independently designs, develops, and tests electrical systems and components, adhering to project specifications and industry standards.

Conducts detailed calculations, simulations, and analysis to optimize system performance and efficiency.

Collaborates with other engineers and stakeholders to develop innovative solutions and resolve complex technical challenges.

Leads small-scale projects, ensuring timely completion within budget and quality standards.

Provides technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians.

Participates in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance design processes and methodologies.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of two to four (2-4) years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education/experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

The physical ability to stand and or walk frequently. May climb on a ladder or scaffolding to heights in excess of 10’. Bend/stoop, push/pull and work above the shoulder frequently. Occasionally balance, kneel, crouch, and squat. May carry up to 25 pounds of weight distances of up to 50 feet at a time, occasionally up to and including 50 pounds of weight distances of 25’ and rarely up to 50 pounds distances of 5’. Occasionally lifts up to 50 pounds of weight from the floor to the waist. This weight will be constituted by the following items, but not limited to them: tools, toolboxes and tool bags, ladders, motors, supplies and equipment.

EOE including Disability/Vet

CNI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• Family Planning/Fertility Assistance
• STD/LTD/Basic Life/AD&D
• Legal-Aid Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – (11) Federal Holidays
• Training and Development Opportunities