Electrical Engineer

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc.; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Job summary

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc. is seeking an energetic Electrical Engineer at the Counterbalance Development Center in Portland, Oregon. This entry-level position involves designing and implementing electrical systems for industrial lift trucks, and candidates should be recent graduates with a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.

The role offers a hybrid work option, competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and employer-sponsored profit sharing.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or limited professional experience in Electrical Engineering.
• Basic skills in drafting and electrical schematics.
• Familiarity with communication protocols like J1939 and CAN.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical systems for industrial trucks.
• Translate requirements into system specifications for products.
• Test and validate electrical components in laboratory settings.

Skills

Electrical components understanding

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Overview

Electrical Engineer – Entry Level, Counterbalance Development Center (CBDC), Portland, Oregon. Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc. is a world-class manufacturer of industrial lift trucks and seeks an energetic, innovative engineer to design and implement electrical systems for current and future products.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical systems and components for industrial trucks, ensuring performance, durability, and reliability.
• Translate vehicle-level requirements into detailed system and component specifications for new and existing products.
• Test and validate electrical components in laboratory environments and on actual trucks to meet quality standards.
• Analyze and resolve issues with electrical systems through root-cause investigation and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Document designs and evaluations, supporting manufacturing, marketing, and service departments for efficient product delivery.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (recent graduate or limited professional experience).
• Basic understanding of electrical components, circuits, control theory, electric motor drive theory, power electronics, and battery management systems.
• Ability to create system diagrams and electrical schematics.
• Familiarity with automotive and industrial communication protocols, such as J1939 and CAN.
• Basic skills in drafting, computer-aided design (CAD), design layouts, engineering analysis, and automotive technology.
• Awareness of real-time control networks used for vehicle and industrial machinery.
• Basic knowledge of control system design and architecture, including hardware and software for embedded systems.
• Willingness to operate forklift trucks and receive training as needed.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical thinking, communication, collaboration, adaptability, and detail orientation.

What We Offer

Competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, supportive work environment, hybrid work option, and opportunities for growth and development.

Full benefits package: paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; employer-sponsored profit sharing and 401(k). Hybrid work option available.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.