Senior Electrical Engineer – Lifting & Control Systems

Columbus McKinnon Corporation

Wadesboro (NC)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 140,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Columbus McKinnon Corporation is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead design, development, and integration of electrical and control systems for lifting platform products and related material handling solutions.

You will act as SME for electrical system design, functional safety, EMC/EMI compliance, and cross-functional project execution while mentoring a team of engineers and technicians. Strong AutoCAD/SolidWorks and 7+ years' experience are required.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering; Master's preferred.
7+ years of electrical engineering experience.
Experience leading projects from concept through production release.
AutoCAD and SolidWorks experience required.
Experience with electro-mechanical systems, hoists, cranes, or lifting platforms strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead electrical and controls design activities across NPD, enhancements, and sustaining programs.
Develop and approve electrical architectures, schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and BOMs.
Design and integrate power distribution, motor controls, braking systems, VFDs, sensors, encoders, and safety controls.
Serve as SME for electrical system design, functional safety, EMC/EMI compliance.
Lead design reviews, DFMEAs, hazard analyses, and root cause investigations.
Mentor engineers, designers, and technicians.
Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, sourcing, and service teams.
Lead prototype development, validation testing, and certification activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.