Senior Electrical Engineer (ID:46902)

Versique Consulting & Search; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 145,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Versique Consulting & Search is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer with at least 8 years of experience in product development, specifically in lighting. The successful candidate will engage in collaborative product design, communicate complex technical concepts, and ensure compliance with safety standards. Exceptional problem-solving and communication skills are essential for this fast-paced role.

Benefits

Profit sharing

401k contribution

Exceptional medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in electrical engineering focused on lighting.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience working with factories in Asia.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal teams to create innovative lighting products.
• Lead product design for electrical products operating at various voltages.
• Write detailed documentation and specifications for product development.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer with a minimum of 8 years of expertise in product development, with a focus on lighting. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical and product design, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently or collaboratively on multiple projects. The person in this position will be a proactive and creative problem solver of matters involving design and technical issues, working closely with internal teams and factories in Asia. This position reports to the Director of Engineering.
Roles & Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with product development, marketing, and sales teams to create new and innovative products, as well as enhance existing product lines.
• Present new concepts and emerging technologies to the various development and marketing teams.
• Ensure all products function as intended, meet all product development specifications, are within budget, and are developed and completed on time.
• Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to meet tight product development timelines (often less than a year, sometimes just a few months).
• Effectively communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical staff, customers, and factories, including those for whom English is a second language.
• Utilize sketching and drawing skills to explain ideas internally and to manufacturing partners visually.
• Interface with sales teams to support product presentations and customer engagements.
• Lead product design and development for lighting and electrical products operating at 120V, low voltage Class 2, battery-operated, rechargeable batteries, USB, and solar-powered systems.
• Develop circuit designs and mechanical components, including structural parts and attachment methods, using adhesives and fasteners.
• Perform electrical, thermal, short-term, and long-term life testing on products.
• Repair and troubleshoot product samples for customer meetings.
• Write detailed product specifications, guidelines, and regulatory documentation.
• Prepare and maintain instruction sheets, including safety instructions, assembly guides, troubleshooting tips, warnings, cautions, and notes beyond regulatory requirements.
• Interface with Quality Control (QC), Customer Service, and occasionally directly with customers to ensure product quality and satisfaction.
• Collaborate with factories in Asia, managing communication across time zones and conducting regular calls during Asian business hours.
• Travel to Asia for approximately two weeks at a time to support product development, factory supervisory visits during production, and occasional regulatory meetings.
• Attend regulatory meetings, such as UL and CSA, either in person or via teleconference, including those held in Asia.
• Maintain extensive working knowledge of Excel and Word, including advanced formatting capabilities.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in electrical engineering with a focus on lighting and product development.
• Previous experience in app development is a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain technical information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Proven ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Experience working with factories in Asia, including managing time zone differences and travel requirements.
• Familiarity with product safety standards, testing procedures, and regulatory requirements (UL, CSA).
• Basic mechanical skills related to product design and assembly.
• Proficiency in creating technical drawings and sketches.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt quickly to changing project needs.
• Demonstrated ability to write clear and comprehensive product documentation.
• Comfortable working primarily in an office environment with occasional travel.

Additional Requirements:

• Willingness and ability to travel internationally to Asia for approximately two weeks at a time, one to two trips per year maximum.
• Occasional travel to trade shows domestically.
• Flexibility to participate in calls outside regular business hours to accommodate time zone differences.

Salary: Varies greatly depending on experience, with a mid-range salary of around $145,000 - $155,000/year.
Benefits: The company offers profit sharing, 401k contribution, and exceptional medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus other benefits.

About Versique:
Versique: /ver-seek/adj. being both versatile and unique; n. a high-performance recruiting firm specializing in executive leadership search, direct hire, and interim hiring solutions.
Versique Executive, Professional, & Interim Recruiting is a locally owned and operated hiring and placement firm based in the Twin Cities of Minnesota. With specialized practice areas across our three divisions, Versique delivers tailored expertise to a wide range of industries. What sets us apart is our team of recruiters—seasoned professionals who have worked in the very fields they now hire for, providing unmatched industry insight and connections.
We believe people are more than just resumes—they are transformative, unlocking the potential for organizational growth and success.
Versique is proud to be award-winning, earning recognition on theInc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies and theMinneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal's Fast 50 list for 2023. We are also consistently recognized as aStar Tribune Top Workplace and were named aBest Place to Work in 2022 by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal.
Let's find your people, together.
Versique is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.


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