Electrical Engineer II

MILWAUKEE ELECTRIC TOOL; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Generous 401(k) savings plan

Education assistance

On-site wellness, fitness center, food

Job summary

Milwaukee Tool is seeking an Electrical Project Engineer II to manage multiple development projects for the Lighting and Lifestyles brand. You will design and test embedded electronics, work with internal teams and external suppliers, and ensure timely, high-quality product outcomes.

The role requires a BS in Electrical Engineering, 2+ years of experience, strong problem-solving, and the ability to travel up to 10% domestically and internationally. Sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years of experience.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and independent judgment.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% (domestic/international).
• Familiarity with USB power systems and battery charging is useful.

Responsibilities

• Design, prototype, test, and troubleshoot embedded electronics (hardware and firmware).
• Use lab equipment like oscilloscopes and data acquisition systems.
• Track projects and communicate status to teams and management.
• Collaborate with suppliers and designers across domestic and international teams.
• Document meetings and present technical updates to stakeholders.

Skills

Embedded systems

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.; Sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.

INNOVATE WITHOUT BOUNDARIES! At Milwaukee Tool we firmly believe that our People and our Culture are the secrets to our success - so we give you unlimited access to everything you need to create disruptive new technologies and solutions on our electrical engineering teams. Our Engineering Team is responsible for giving life to the batteries, motors, and electronics that power solutions changing the lives of our users. Every developmental phase of these critical components happens in-house under the watch of this team. We continue to invest in electrical engineering resources to design and develop leadership in electronic capabilities; something unique within the industry. And we're pushing the limits in firmware engineering, power electronics, embedded systems, machine learning, and the use of artificial intelligence.

Behind our doors you'll be empowered every day to own it, drive it, and do what it takes to design and develop the biggest breakthroughs in the industry. Meanwhile, you'll have the support and resources of the fastest-growing brand in the construction industry to make it happen.

Year after year, our team continues to make significant breakthroughs in the industry. We're just getting started.

As an Electrical Project Engineer II within our Lighting and Lifestyles brand team, you will be responsible for the management of multiple projects simultaneously in the development of new products. Project focus will be based on Milwaukee Tool System Enhancement Electronics. Every project entails the inventive exploration of form and function with passion for the interactions between the user and the product or system. You will not only be responsible for working collaboratively with internal groups, but multiple external suppliers, designers, and vendors both domestic and international. Therefore organization, timeline management, communication, and attention to technical detail will ensure that you are successful in this role.

You’ll also be DISRUPTIVE through these duties and responsibilities:

• Working independently, design, prototype, test, and troubleshoot embedded electronics including hardware and firmware for low to mid-level complexity projects.
• Use laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, electronic loads, and data acquisition systems.
• Conduct experiments, perform simulations, and draw concise, logical conclusions by analyzing data.
• Track projects to ensure adherence to schedule and communicate status updates to other teams and mid-level management.
• Role model Milwaukee Tool's culture while providing technical guidance, mentorship, and coaching junior Engineers.
• Work with component suppliers and manufacturers for proper component selection on existing projects and providing input into future product needs.
• Schedule, develop agendas for, facilitate, and document technical meetings and formal presentations.
• Acquire knowledge and maintain an understanding of Milwaukee Tool's development and manufacturing processes to effectively and efficiently mass produce power tools.
• Design and qualify new solutions to applicable regulatory standards such as UL, CEC, CE, and ANSI.

What TOOLS you’ll bring with you:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years of experience.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, exercises independent judgement and works well under pressure in a dynamic environment.
• Self-motivated, organized, efficient, process oriented with a strong work ethic.
• Broad-based experience with analog circuitry and embedded systems.
• Basic understanding of Firmware development and programing best practices.
• Knowledge of USB power systems and battery charging systems is useful.
• Familiarity with EMC / EMI mitigation is helpful.
• Experience in working with cross-functional teams to create new designs within a defined time period. Prior experience with development of "end use" commercial products and knowledge of taking an item from concept to production is desirable.
• Ability to travel 10% of the time (domestic and international).
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.

We provide these great perks and benefits:

• Robust health, dental and vision insurance plans.
• Generous 401 (K) savings plan.
• Education assistance.
• On-site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee service.

Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.