Electrical Engineer I-II

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling

Portland (OR)

Hybrid

USD 85,000 - 110,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work option

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc. in Portland, OR, seeks an Electrical & Control Systems Test Engineer I-II to join the Counterbalanced Development Center.

You will support testing of prototype and development vehicles, validating electrical and control systems and collaborating across engineering teams. Ideal candidates have a BS in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering with control focus, and are early in their careers, ready to analyze data, troubleshoot, and help ensure designs meet

Qualifications

BS in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with control system focus.
New graduate or limited professional experience (Engineer I).
1–2 years of engineering experience and/or 2 internships (Engineer II).

Responsibilities

Support day-to-day engineering and validation activities for electrical and controls systems across prototype and development vehicles.
Develop and execute test plans, procedures, and validation activities to confirm performance against design requirements.
Coordinate hands-on testing in lab, vehicle, and development environments and document progress.
Review and analyze test data to identify performance trends and communicate findings.
Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, sourcing, marketing, and aftermarket teams to support product development.

Skills

Electrical theory

Real-time control networks

Control system design

Validation testing

Vehicle systems

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

BS in Mechanical Engineering with control focus

Tools

Lab instrumentation

Embedded hardware

Power electronics

CAN/vehicle networks

Job description

Job Category

Engineering

Job Title

Electrical & Control Systems Test Engineer I-II

Job Description

What starts with YOU, moves the world! Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, a world-class manufacturer of industrial lift trucks, has an outstanding opportunity for an exceptional and talented Electrical & Control Systems Test Engineer I-II based at our Counterbalanced Development Center in Portland, Oregon.

We’re looking for an energetic individual, with a desire to work on test vehicles, that will have a positive influence on the Electrical and Controls Test team. As an engineer for this team, you will participate in supporting a wide variety of research and development activities across multiple functional groups.

Level placement is based on experience, technical expertise, and scope of responsibility.

What You Will Do

Support day-to-day engineering and validation activities for electrical and controls systems across prototype and development vehicles, including electric vehicle performance, internal combustion vehicle systems, on-board systems, electrical components, vehicle networks, and software validation.
Develop and execute test plans, procedures, and validation activities to confirm vehicle, system, and component performance against design requirements, quality standards, reliability expectations, and customer needs.
Coordinate hands‑on testing in lab, vehicle, and development environments, including preparing test setups, supporting instrumentation, troubleshooting issues, and documenting test progress.
Review and analyze test data to identify performance trends, system issues, or opportunities for improvement, then communicate findings through clear verbal updates, written reports, and recommendations.
Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, sourcing, marketing, and aftermarket teams to support product development, resolve technical concerns, and ensure designs are ready for successful release and customer use.

Who You Are

Curious and innovative thinker who enjoys troubleshooting technical challenges and finding practical, effective solutions.
Clear and professional communicator with the ability to share updates, document findings, and collaborate across teams.
Detail-oriented and committed to quality, accuracy, and consistency in work, documentation, and decision‑making.
Sound judgment and decision‑making skills, with the ability to evaluate issues and take appropriate action to support product development.
Collaborative, flexible team player who adapts to changing priorities and works effectively with others to resolve issues and move work forward.

What You Will Need

Engineer I

Education: BS in Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering with control system focus.
Experience: A new graduate or limited professional experience.

Engineer II

Education: BS in Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering with control system focus.
Experience: 1-2 years of engineering experience and/or 2 internships (e.g., MECOP).

Skills, Experience & Abilities

Engineer I

Basic knowledge of electrical components, circuits, control theory, electric motor drives, power electronics, inverters, and battery management systems.
Familiarity with real‑time control networks used in vehicle, mobile equipment, or automotive‑style machine applications.
Basic understanding of control system design and architecture, including embedded electronic hardware, software, and system integration.
Ability to support electrical and controls validation activities by reviewing test data, troubleshooting system issues, and documenting findings.
Working knowledge of vehicle systems, components, and electrical/software interfaces used in product development and testing environments.

Engineer II – Additional

Basic knowledge of vehicle, automotive, or industrial technology, including manufacturing processes, design and testing experience, and standard test practices and procedures.
Basic understanding of real‑time control networks used to operate vehicle, automotive, or industrial equipment in global applications.

Who We Are

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc., designs, engineers, manufactures, sells and services a comprehensive line of lift trucks, aftermarket parts and technology and energy solutions that are transforming the way the world moves materials from Port to Home. As a global leader in the materials handling industry, Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, has been building relationships with our customers, suppliers, dealers and employees for over 100 years. For more information about a career with Hyster-Yale, please visit hyster-yalecareers.com.

What We Offer

Competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, supportive work environment, hybrid work option, and opportunities for growth and development.
Paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, employer-sponsored profit sharing and 401(k).

Job Type

Permanent

Time Type

Full time

Work Hours

Travel Required

1-10%

Primary Location

HY US Portland, OR

Address

4000 NE Blue Lake Road

Zip Code