Electrical Engineer

Parker Hannifin Corporation; MacGregor Park (NC); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin Corporation in Cary, NC is seeking an entry level Electrical Design Engineer to join our NVH Division. The role requires a strong work ethic, self-motivation, and eagerness to learn in a fast-paced high-tech environment.

The position is in Cary, NC with four days onsite and one day work-from-home per week. The engineer will support electromechanical sensing and actuation systems, including active noise and vibration control, tactile feedback, and drive-shaft torque sensing,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical/electronics engineering or related field required.
• Experience with digital and analog circuit design and analysis.
• Experience with board-level debugging using lab equipment.
• Familiarity with schematic capture tools such as OrCAD, Altium, Cadence Allegro, and PSpice.

Responsibilities

• Perform design assurance activities for aerospace electronic hardware.
• Assist in requirements development, validation, and verification.
• Update electronics designs using schematic capture.
• Analyze electrical circuits using simulation tools.
• Support layout reviews applying DFM best practices.
• Conduct design verification tests on PCB assemblies.
• Execute EMI/EMC and environmental qualification tests.
• Work with senior engineers to meet project objectives.
• Maintain clear communication with project leadership.
• Support lab testing of development and production hardware.
• Use standard lab equipment and recommend new gear.

Skills

Digital circuits

Analog circuits

Schematic capture

Board debugging

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's Degree (preferred)

Tools

OrCAD

Altium

Cadence Allegro

PSpice

Job description

Position Summary

The NVH (Noise, Vibration & Harshness) Division is seeking an entry level Electrical Design Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, be self‑motivated and be eager to learn in a fast‑paced, demanding high‑tech environment. This position is in Cary, NC with 4 days onsite and 1 day work from home schedule.

This position supports the development of electromechanical sensing and actuation systems in the following areas: active noise and vibration control, tactile feedback / steer‑by‑wire, and drive‑shaft torque sensing. The Electrical Engineering team works closely with the Systems and Software Engineering teams to develop, qualify, and certify these technologies as products for customers in aerospace and industrial markets.

Responsibilities

• Perform design assurance activities as part of the development of aerospace electronic hardware
• Assist in electronic hardware requirements development, validation, and verification
• Update electronics designs using schematic capture tools
• Analyze electrical circuits using electronics simulation tools
• Participate in component layout reviews applying DFM (Design for Manufacturability) best practices
• Perform design verification tests on printed circuit board assemblies
• Participate in the execution and documentation of EMI/EMC and environmental qualification tests
• Work with senior engineers and technicians to support execution of project objectives
• Maintain clear communication with project leadership to ensure efficient workflow
• Support internal and external programs through laboratory testing of development and production hardware
• Use standard laboratory equipment and recommend new equipment as needed

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related field
• Basic proficiency with digital and analog electrical circuit design and analysis
• Basic proficiency with OrCAD or Altium schematic capture, Cadence Allegro, OrCAD, and PSpice tools
• Ability to develop electronic hardware requirements
• Experience with board‑level debugging using standard lab equipment
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and cultivate strong working relationships
• U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident

Preferred

• Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related field
• 1-2 years of experience in an electrical design role
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Strong technical writing ability
• Familiarity with electronic hardware certification requirements such as DO-254 and/or IEC 61508
• Familiarity with Design for X principles (Cost, Manufacturing, Reliability, etc.)
• Experience with MATLAB, Simulink, or LabVIEW
• Ability to plan, manage tasks, and work independently

Conditions of Employment

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job‑related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations. (Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor)