Electrical Engineer

Find a- Textron; Waterboro (ME); On-site; USD 81,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Schedules

Education Assistance

Career Development & Training

Job summary

Textron Systems, in Howe & Howe Technologies, is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design electrical architectures and power distribution for vehicle systems. You will collaborate with mechanical engineers on wire harness routing, perform 2D/3D design, and support harness fabrication and testing in fast-paced R&D and production environments.

The role requires a broad engineering background, strong communication, and the ability to work across disciplines. Eligible for U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in electrical engineering.
• Experience with analog and digital circuits.
• Experience with DC and AC power systems.
• Hands-on with measurement tools like multimeters/oscilloscopes.

Responsibilities

• Generate electrical system architecture designs meeting functional, reliability, and safety requirements.
• Develop power distribution systems per system requirements.
• 2D schematic capture and 3D modeling/routing of vehicle wire harnesses with mechanical engineers.
• Provide engineering support for harness fabrication.
• Debug electrical assemblies and harnessing.
• Communicate with program managers, planners, and technicians.
• Drive tasks to completion independently.

Skills

Analog & digital circuits

Power systems

Team collaboration

Education

B.S./M.S. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

CAN bus (J1939/CANopen)

Job description

Electrical Engineer (Job Number: 344027)

Who We Are

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

This role is in Textron System's Howe & Howe business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

About This Role

Howe & Howe Inc, a Textron Systems Company, is seeking a talented Electrical Engineer to join our team. As an Electrical Engineer you will perform a variety of assignments including system requirements analysis, architecture design, and integration of systems. A strong candidate will possess a broad knowledge base in multiple engineering disciplines and be able to operate in both fast-paced R&D and production environments. Whether your desired career path is technical or leadership, Textron Systems is highly diversified with a strong grow-from-within philosophy that offers exceptional opportunities for career progression. For more information on the products developed by the Howe & Howe Technologies team, please visit http://www.howeandhowe.com/.

Responsibilities

• Generate electrical system architecture designs to satisfy functional, reliability, and safety requirements
• Develop low and high voltage electrical power distribution systems based on system requirements
• 2D schematic capture and 3D modeling/routing of vehicle wire harnesses collaborating closely with mechanical engineers on routing.
• Provide engineering support for harnessing fabrication both in house and out of house
• Debugging of electrical assemblies and harnessing
• Serve as a resource to others within the work group, department, and the organization.
• Effectively communicate with program managers, planners, and technicians.
• Drive tasks to completion independently.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (electrical preferred) or master's degree in engineering (electrical preferred)
• Experience with analog and digital circuits
• Experience with DC and AC power systems
• Operation of multimeters and oscilloscopes
• Effective writing, communication and presentation skills.
• Hands on mechanical ability/understanding of general vehicle systems
• A good working knowledge of Microsoft Office products (i.e., Copilot, Outlook, Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, etc....).
• Knowledge of automotive and military wiring and components such as relays, switches, connectors, etc.... is a bonus
• Experience with design of electrical subassemblies and harnessing for both automotive and military applications is a bonus
• Experience with CAN bus systems (J1939, CANopen, etc....) is a bonus
• Experience in a DoD environment is a bonus
• Eligible to obtain a U.S. security clearance

Experience Levels

Experience levels will be determined by the hiring team. In compliance with local pay transparency laws, the pay range for this position is:

• Level II Engineer: typically, 1+ year of experience
• $80,600.00 - $121,600.00 annually
• Level II Engineer:Level III Engineer: typically, 4+ years of experience
• $101,000.00 - $153,600.00 annually

How We Care

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Education Assistance
• Career Development & Training Opportunities
• Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
• Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding
• Paid Parental Leave

Are you a Military Veteran?

Textron's products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.

Textron's compensation package includes competitive base pay and provides eligible employees with benefit programs. Benefits may include health insurance and prescription plan coverage, dental insurance, family building benefits, vision insurance, mental health resources, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs that provide employees time away from work. The pay range should be used as a general guide only. Compensation is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. In compliance with the local pay transparency law, the pay range for this position is $80,600 - $153,600 per year.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Recruiting Company

Textron Systems: Howe & Howe Technologies, Inc.

Primary Location

US-ME-Waterboro

Job Field

Engineering

Schedule

Full-time

Job Level

Individual Contributor

Job Type

Experienced

Shift

First Shift

Travel

Yes, 10 % of the Time

Job Posting

07/28/2026, 9:09:04 PM