Senior Electrical Engineer

The Malwin Company; Enfield (CT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership role

Lifecycle exposure

Job summary

The Malwin Company is an aerospace and defense enterprise delivering specialized engineering, manufacturing, and technology solutions. We design, develop, manufacture, and support highly specialized products for demanding aerospace and industrial applications, fostering growth through shared resources and enterprise-wide collaboration.

We seek a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead innovative electrical system design across diverse aerospace test equipment projects, ensuring high safety and

Qualifications

• 6-12 years of Electrical Engineering experience.
• Experience with PCB development, FPGA, and embedded systems.
• Knowledge of NEC codes and electrical safety.

Responsibilities

• Design 115VAC electrical circuits and control cabinets.
• Develop DAS and UUT tester control systems.
• Create electrical schematics using Visio.
• Lead design and integration of complex electrical systems, including PCB and FPGA.
• Perform root cause analysis of failures and troubleshoot with scopes/meters.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to define scope and schedules.
• Oversee SMT manufacturing processes.
• Perform system testing and firmware debugging (PLCs/embedded).
• Ensure electrical safety compliance per NEC standards.
• Coordinate with mechanical engineers for integration using SolidWorks.
• Document designs, schematics, test procedures, and reports.

Skills

Electrical system design

FPGA development

PCB layout

Embedded systems

PLCs

Root cause analysis

Team leadership

Project management

Oscilloscopes

Tools

LabVIEW

VeriSTAND

Microsoft Visio

Python

C++

Job description

Senior Electrical Engineer

The Malwin Company is an aerospace and defense enterprise that brings together specialized engineering, manufacturing, and technology capabilities under one organization.

Our teams design, develop, manufacture, and support highly specialized products and solutions for demanding aerospace, defense, and industrial applications. We combine deep technical expertise with shared resources, broader opportunities, and an enterprise-wide approach to growth, creating an environment where specialized teams can do their best work while contributing to a larger mission.

Position Summary

The Malwin Company is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to lead innovative electrical system design and development across diverse projects for aerospace test equipment. In this dynamic role, you will leverage your expertise in electrical engineering principles, system design, and advanced technologies to deliver cutting-edge solutions.

Your proactive approach will drive project success from conception through implementation, ensuring high-quality standards and adherence to industry regulations. We value energetic professionals who are eager to solve complex challenges through creative engineering solutions while maintaining rigorous safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Design 115VAC electrical circuits.
• Create custom control cabinets for test rig sub-components.
• Design Data Acquisition Systems (DAS) and Unit Under Test (UUT) tester control systems.
• Create electrical schematics using Microsoft Visio.
• Lead the design, development, and integration of complex electrical systems, including PCB layouts and FPGA implementations.
• Conduct thorough root cause analysis on electrical failures or system malfunctions and implement effective troubleshooting strategies using tools such as oscilloscopes, ohmmeters, and signal-processing techniques.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to define project scope, create schedules using project-management methodologies, and ensure timely delivery of milestones.
• Oversee manufacturing processes involving surface-mount technology (SMT).
• Perform system design, testing, and debugging involving Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and firmware development environments.
• Ensure electrical safety standards are met by adhering to NEC codes and industry best practices during design and implementation.
• Support mechanical integration efforts by coordinating with mechanical engineers using SolidWorks for comprehensive system design.
• Document design specifications, schematics, test procedures, and technical reports accurately for project records and compliance audits.

Required Qualifications

• 6-12 years of Electrical Engineering experience.
• Familiarity with temperature controllers, PID loops, feedback loops, and error signals.
• Experience with pressure transducers, thermocouples, RTDs, and data acquisition systems preferred.
• Working knowledge of DVMs, function generators, counters, and oscilloscopes.
• Proven experience in electrical engineering with a focus on system design, PCB development, FPGA, and embedded systems.
• Hands-on experience with manufacturing processes, including surface-mount technology (SMT) and soldering, whether manual or machine-assisted.
• Knowledge of mechanical engineering principles related to electrical systems integration.
• Experience working with programmable logic controllers (PLCs) or similar embedded hardware solutions.
• Ability to perform comprehensive testing using tools such as oscilloscopes, ohmmeters, and signal analyzers, including thorough debugging sessions.
• Understanding of industry standards such as NEC codes for electrical safety compliance across various applications.
• Ability to travel within the United States and internationally.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with AS9100/ISO 9001 quality frameworks.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Visio and Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with programming languages including C++, Python, Perl, or scripting environments used for automation and data analysis.
• Demonstrated expertise in signal processing, firmware development, debugging techniques, and root cause analysis within complex electronic environments.
• Knowledge of LabVIEW and VeriSTAND programming environments.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to lead the next generation of automated aerospace test equipment.
• Collaborative engineering environment with full lifecycle exposure—from design to MRO validation.