Motors Engineer II

TECHTRONIC CORDLESS GP; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

401(k) savings plan

Education assistance

On‑site wellness and fitness center

Job summary

Milwaukee Tool in Brookfield, Wisconsin, is seeking a Motor Engineer II to design, prototype, test, and troubleshoot mid to high‑level motor projects. You’ll develop platform‑based motor designs and collaborate with global teams to enable mass production and dependable performance.

The role requires a BS in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, 2+ years in a design related role, knowledge of brushless and brushed PMDC/AC motors, and the ability to travel up to 10% (domestic and international).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in a design related role.
• Familiarity with brushless and brushed PMDC and AC motors; EM analysis; motor design.
• Able to travel up to 10% domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Design, prototype, test, and troubleshoot motors for mid to high‑level projects.
• Create test plans for motor components and assemblies.
• Use lab equipment like oscilloscopes, power supplies, and data acquisition systems.
• Conduct experiments, simulations, and analyze data to draw conclusions.
• Provide communications up and down the organization on progress and risks.

Skills

Motor theory understanding

Electromagnetic analysis

Motor design

Problem solving

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

FEA

CAD

Job description

Job Description: Motor Engineer II 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 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 a mix of mechanical and electrical engineering expertise to design and develop leadership in motor capabilities. We create Best-in-Class products by leveraging advanced analysis tools, extensive hands‑on testing regimes, state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing processes, and cross‑functional agility. 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.

The Motor Engineer II will collaborate with local cross‑functional, Global Motor Engineering, and Operations teams to create and execute test plans to verify motor performance and thermal limits per project requirements. You will develop and apply a platform‑based mindset to motor designs to ensure consistent and efficient mass‑produced Milwaukee motors and products around the world.

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

• Working independently to design, prototype, test, and troubleshoot motors for mid to high‑level complexity projects.
• Create test plans for motor components and assemblies within scope of the project.
• Use laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, electronic loads, and data acquisition systems.
• Conduct hands‑on experiments of power tools, perform simulations, and draw concise, logical conclusions by analyzing data.
• Perform root cause failure analysis on motor failures.
• Self‑manage and track your projects, contributions of design, and test workflows to ensure project adherence to schedule and Milwaukee Tool’s processes.
• Provide candid and effective communications up, down and across the organization on progress, barrier removal and escalation of business risks/opportunities.
• 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, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in a design related role.
• Familiarity with one or more of the following: Basic motor theory of Brushless and Brushed PMDC and AC motors; Electromagnetic analysis and motor design; Motor construction and assembly; Motor component design and manufacturing methods; FEA and CAD
• 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.
• Ability to travel 10% of the time (domestic and international).

Other TOOLS we prefer you to have:

• Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Experience with motors in a related industry.
• Proficiency with FEA and/or CAD.

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. Milwaukee Tool, founded in 1924, is a global leader in delivering innovative solutions to the professional construction trades that increase productivity and safety. Milwaukee is known for their world‑leading M12, M18, and MX FUEL cordless systems, the ground‑breaking performance of their cordless innovations, safety solutions, battery‑powered outdoor power equipment, jobsite lighting and clean‑up, time‑saving accessories, and innovative hand tool and PACKOUT Modular Storage Products. The company is dedicated to delivering a steady stream of advanced, trade‑specific solutions.

Milwaukee Tool is a Brookfield, Wisconsin‑based subsidiary of Techtronic Industries Co. Ltd. (TTI) (HKEx stock code: 669, ADR symbol: TTNDY). For more information on the full line of Milwaukee products, please call 1-800-SAWDUST or visit Milwaukee Tool.