Electromechanical Engineer - Embedded Systems & Prototyping

THE RADIO FLYER COMPANY; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Profit sharing

Health insurance

401(k)

Job summary

The Radio Flyer Company in Chicago is seeking an Electrical Engineer to develop electromechanical solutions and drive products from concept to production.

You will build prototypes, create embedded firmware with AI-assisted tools, and collaborate with Product Development, Procurement, and vendors to meet schedule and cost targets. Strong hardware and communication skills are essential for success in our growth-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Strong problem solver focused on quality and design.
• Experience with Arduino and Raspberry Pi prototyping.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience managing projects and working with overseas vendors.

Responsibilities

• Develop electromechanical solutions with Product Development Engineers and Designers.
• Build electrical prototypes to prove concepts before production.
• Use AI-assisted tools to build, test, and debug embedded firmware for motor controllers and sensors.
• Support schematic design and PCB layout for new components.
• Define electronic components, BOM, and costings for development.
• Evaluate battery and charge management protection for ride-ons.
• Test and validate products against safety standards (ASTM F963, CPSC, UL, FCC/EMC).
• Build custom web apps and dashboards to support testing workflows.
• Coordinate with engineers, vendors, and cross-functional teams via email/video calls.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Project management

Overseas vendor experience

Tools

Arduino

Raspberry Pi

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Data acquisition systems

Job description

The Radio Flyer Company in Chicago is seeking an Electrical Engineer to develop electromechanical solutions and drive products from concept to production.

You will build prototypes, create embedded firmware with AI-assisted tools, and collaborate with Product Development, Procurement, and vendors to meet schedule and cost targets. Strong hardware and communication skills are essential for success in our growth-focused environment.