Electrical Engineer - Rotating Machinery Leader

Ward Leonard.; Thomaston (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ward Leonard, a leader in AC & DC rotating equipment, seeks a technically skilled engineer to drive product design, analysis, and optimization. You will perform EM analyses, develop testing protocols, and support sales with cost-effective design improvements.

Collaboration with cross-functional teams and adherence to NOFORN requirements are essential. The role emphasizes hands-on engineering in a manufacturing environment, with focus on continual improvement, data integrity in ERP systems, and

Qualifications

• BSEE with 3–7 years rotating machinery experience preferred.
• Knowledge of noise, vibration & harshness principles in rotating machinery.
• Familiarity with motor manufacturing processes.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with high accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proven analytical skills and problem-solving ability.
• Experience in a LEAN environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead product design and performance analysis across electromagnetic, thermal, and insulation systems.
• Develop testing protocols and evaluate results with field feedback for improvements.
• Support sales efforts and participate in product quoting and cost-effective modifications.
• Develop BOMs and product costing; transfer engineering data to ERP/BOM systems.
• Lead Kaizen events to improve value stream and efficiency.
• Collaborate with teams to modify existing products to meet customer requirements.
• Ensure NOFORN data handling compliance and documentation.

Skills

Electromagnetic analysis

First Principles

Problem solving

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Lean practices

Attention to detail

Customer focus

Education

BSEE

Tools

ANSYS RMxprt

MotorCAD

Maxwell

SolidWorks

EPDM

Visual ERP

Job description

Ward Leonard, a leader in AC & DC rotating equipment, seeks a technically skilled engineer to drive product design, analysis, and optimization. You will perform EM analyses, develop testing protocols, and support sales with cost-effective design improvements.

Collaboration with cross-functional teams and adherence to NOFORN requirements are essential. The role emphasizes hands-on engineering in a manufacturing environment, with focus on continual improvement, data integrity in ERP systems, and