Senior Electrical Engineer

United Protective Technologies; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 58,400 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Tuition assistance

Job summary

A defense technology company is seeking a Mid-Senior level engineer to oversee product design and development processes. Responsibilities include conducting bench tests, ensuring compliance with standards, and collaborating with teams to achieve project milestones. The ideal candidate should possess strong project management, technical skills, and a Bachelor's degree in engineering with a minimum of 8 years in the field. Benefits include medical insurance and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated track record of leading and delivering complex design projects.
• Extensive hands-on experience with debugging and system-level testing.
• Proven ability to self-manage project tasks and meet subsequent constraints.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, analyze, bench test, and document products.
• Review and interpret customer requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project execution.

Skills

Leading and delivering complex design projects

Hands-on experience with bench-level tasks

Technical analytical skills

Self-management of project tasks

Written and oral communication skills

Leadership and teamwork

Time-management skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical or computer engineering

Job description

Location: Rock Hill, SC

Salary Range: $58,400.00-$73,000.00

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Manufacturing

Duties/Responsibilities

• Design, develop, analyze, bench test, and document products, systems or subsystems from concept, through prototype, to final production
• Responsible for driving technology development and project completion on time and budget
• Take ownership of technical projects, managing them independently and guiding them through to completion
• Review and interpret customer requirements, then develop robust, cost‑effective designs to meet or exceed them
• Provide reliable cost and schedule estimates for design assignments
• Document detailed component and subsystem specifications, as well as material requirements
• Specify and evaluate supplier components, subsystems, and services
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (mechanical, software, systems engineering, program management) to ensure cohesive system‑level integration and successful project execution
• Communicate clearly, both orally and in writing, with senior management, the design team, and customers as required
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and assistance to other engineers and support staff
• Ensure all designs comply with applicable standards, regulatory requirements, and specifications
• Adhere to all company safety protocols, including use of appropriate PPE where required

Skills/Qualifications

• Demonstrated track record of leading and delivering complex design projects from concept to production
• Extensive hands‑on experience with bench‑level tasks, debugging, and system‑level testing
• Strong technical analytical skills and great attention to detail
• Proven ability to self‑manage project tasks and meet schedule and budget constraints
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, technical writing, documentation, and clear communication with team members and stakeholders (examples upon request)
• Demonstrated leadership, accountability, and teamwork, ability to mentor and support junior engineers
• Excellent time‑management skills and ability to handle multiple tasks or projects concurrently
• Must pass background check and drug screening

Desired Qualifications

• Working practical knowledge of AS9100
• Able to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance
• Experience with motor power system design and development
• Experience in the defense or aerospace industries
• Practical knowledge of designing to MIL‑STD‑810, MIL‑STD‑461 and MIL‑STD‑704

Education/Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical or computer engineering or related technical field
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in the field of study

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Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid maternity leave
• Tuition assistance