Principal Electrical Engineer

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 102,000 - 191,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead the design and development of advanced electrical systems. This role involves creating innovative solutions for electric motors and machinery controls, ensuring optimal performance and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in electrical engineering, with a focus on circuit design and prototyping. Join a dynamic team that values creativity and technical expertise, while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth. Embrace the chance to contribute to cutting-edge projects in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short and long-term disability

401k plan

Paid family leave

Educational assistance

PTO and paid holidays

Commuter benefits

Voluntary benefits like pet insurance

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in electrical engineering with a focus on design and development.
• Experience with circuit design and prototyping in electro-mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Designs and tests electrical equipment and systems ensuring reliability and safety.
• Conducts research to innovate and develop new technologies and solutions.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Analytical thinking

Circuit design

Computer skills

Simulation

Design optimization

Electrical engineering

Mathematical analysis

Programming

Prototyping

Reliability analysis

Requirements engineering/analysis

Research and development

Schematic capture

Electro-mechanical components/instruments

CAD software

Computer-aided engineering (CAE) software

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

Overview

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems manufactures and sells a broad range of high-performance electro-mechanical and electro-optical components and sub-assemblies to the aerospace, defense, intelligence, reconnaissance, and surveillance markets. We presently have a need for a Principal Electrical Engineer at our San Diego (Otay Mesa) location.

This position involves planning and implementing the design, manufacture, installation, and/or maintenance of electrical systems and apparatus, such as electric motors, machinery controls, lighting, wiring, and power systems/devices, for the generation, transmission, and control of electric power. This role is eligible for a referral bonus.

Preferred experience for this role:

• Designs and develops new brushed and multiphase brushless DC electric motors.
• Improves existing designs to reduce cost, enhance performance, or manufacturability.
• Conducts detailed reviews of customer specifications.
• Prepares or oversees the preparation of product and/or system layouts and detailed drawings and schematics.
• Performs design experiments related to motor designs and develops test methods, from concept to planning and execution.
• Directs and coordinates manufacturing and testing of prototype products and systems.
• Assists in troubleshooting prototype building and production when necessary.
• Conducts motor performance predictions through analysis of actual data and development of design-related algorithms, in addition to existing methods.
• May act as project engineer support on selected projects.
• Interfaces with customers as required to support existing products or new development opportunities.

Major Position Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, and tests electrical equipment, components, circuits, or systems.
• Applies mathematical and engineering principles to designs.
• Performs extensive testing and validation to ensure reliability, performance, and safety standards are met.
• Conducts research and explores new technologies to innovate and design solutions or products.

Basic Qualifications

Required Education and Experience: Associate's Degree and 8-10 years of experience.

Preferred Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree.

Discipline/Major: Electrical Engineering or related Engineering degree.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Oral and written communication, analytical thinking, circuit design, computer skills, simulation, design optimization, electrical engineering, mathematical analysis, mathematical modeling, programming, prototyping, reliability analysis, requirements engineering/analysis, research and development, schematic capture, electro-mechanical components/instruments, CAD software, and computer-aided engineering (CAE) software.

Critical professional technical skills include proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Pay Range (USD)

$102,410 - $190,190

Pay Transparency Statement

The salary range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum for this position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, internal equity, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the range during the hiring process.

Additional Compensation

Hired applicants may be eligible to participate in the company’s Gain Sharing Program.

Benefits

Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and basic life insurance, as well as pre-tax spending accounts. Employees can enroll in the company's 401k plan and are eligible for the Non-Contributory Retirement Contribution. The company also offers voluntary benefits such as Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Legal Services, Auto and Home Insurance, Pet Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, and Educational Assistance.

PTO, Holiday, and Family Leave

Employees receive 11 paid holidays, 120 hours of PTO annually, and up to 3 weeks of paid family leave.