Principal Electrical Engineer - Power Electronics

Leonardo DRS; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in naval power systems is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer in Danbury, CT. The role involves designing and developing power electronic systems while mentoring engineers and ensuring project completion on time and within budget. The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor's degree in engineering and at least 8 years of experience in related fields.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical/dental/vision programs

401(k) plan with attractive company match

Paid Volunteer Time Off

Tuition Assistance Program

Generous time off

Employee Wellness Program

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in engineering.
• Mastery of technologies and domain knowledge required.
• Knowledge in multiple engineering disciplines expected.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, analyze, and support testing of products.
• Mentor and coach other engineers.
• Review customer specifications and develop designs.

Skills

Design

Development

Mentoring

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Job description

Principal Electrical Engineer - Power Electronics

Pay Competitive

Location Danbury/Connecticut

Employment type Full-Time

Job Description

Req#: 106173

Job ID: 106173

The Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems business is a trusted provider of innovative naval gas and hybrid power systems, control technology and support solutions for the U.S. Navy and navies around the world.

Naval Power Systems’ commitment to and investment in our people, products, and customers is the foundation of who we are. We offer a competitive Total Rewards package, generous time off, and a fun and flexible working environment. Some of our great benefits include: comprehensive medical/dental/vision programs, a 9/80 work schedule allowing for every other Friday off (!), a 401(k) plan with immediate vesting and an attractive company match, company paid Life & Disability Insurance, a Charitable Match Program & Paid Volunteer Time Off, a Paid Parental Leave program, an Employee Wellness Program, a Tuition Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) promoting Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion, and so much more!

Job Summary

Responsible for driving technology and completion of activity on time and budget. Design, develop, analyze, document and support testing of products, systems or subsystems. Ability to complete a technical project independently. Mentor and coach other engineers. Involved with the design, development, modification and analysis of various electronics systems. May include Hardware, Power Engineering, Power Electronic Engineering, Electromagnetic Engineering, Integrated Circuit Engineering, Components or others. Troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions in existing products or systems and makes modifications as needed. Compile and evaluate design and test data. Analyze, develop and recommend design approaches.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for driving technology and completion of activity on time and budget
• Design, develop, analyze, document and support testing of products, systems or subsystems
• Ability to complete a technical project independently
• Mentor and coach other engineers.
• Review customer specifications and requirements, and develop designs to best support them, including cost as a key design variable
• Provide budget, cost and schedule input for design assignments
• Document component and subsystem specifications and material requirements
• Analyze designs as necessary
• Specify and evaluate supplier components, subsystems and services
• Support the program design to cost and design for manufacture requirements
• Develop prototypes to retire key development risks
• Communicate clearly (written and oral) with manufacturing, supply chain, program management and the customer as required
• Participate heavily in preparation of the more complex and significant proposals
• Provide technical expertise and assistance to other engineers and support personnel
• Interact with technical management, other professionals, technicians and support personnel to coordinate, recommend and confer regarding technical activities and progress
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
• Attend appropriate engineering, customer or business meetings

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field with a minimum of 8 years of experience
• Mastery of technologies and domain knowledge
• Expected to have knowledge and significant experience in multiple engineering disciplines
• Candidates must be a US citizen and meet DRS security standards as imposed by DoD, including the issuance of any necessary security clearance by the US government within a reasonable time after commencement of employment

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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About the company

Leonardo DRS, formerly DRS Technologies, Inc., is a US-based defense contractor.

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