Sr Electrical Engineer

Socket.dev; Champlin (MN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO/ESST

Paid holidays

Health insurance (100/300 deductible)

Paid Weekly

Vision and Dental Insurance

401K / Life Insurance

Job summary

Socket.dev seeks an Sr Electrical Engineer to oversee and lead the design of electrical control systems for Forgent products and processes. You will ensure quality, meet delivery requirements, and support customer documentation.

Responsibilities include leading design, reviewing specs, selecting components, and mentoring teams. The role requires 7+ years of experience, strong communication, and collaboration across functions. On-site work in Minnesota with some travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Lead electrical projects based on functional requirements and standards.
• 7+ years engineering experience with leadership or advanced responsibilities.
• Experience supporting product assembly, manufacturing, and testing.
• Coordinate and manage engineering tasks for customer projects.
• Develop quotes or provide technical input for proposals.
• Proficient with electrical design software and tools.
• Experience using electrical test equipment for power/control systems.
• Strong relationships with internal teams, customers, and suppliers.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support design and development of electrical control systems.
• Review customer specs and provide guidance to teams.
• Use design software to develop electrical design packages.
• Improve design processes with standardized practices and tools.
• Select electrical components for control systems.
• Provide technical troubleshooting and support.
• Collaborate across functions to resolve issues and drive improvements.
• Create training materials and documentation for engineering teams.
• Stay current with industry trends and product advancements.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, and internal teams.
• Provide on-site technical and customer support as needed.

Skills

Advanced Electrical Engineering

Technical Leadership

Problem-Solving

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Project Management

Communication

Continuous Improvement

Innovation

Relationship Management

Attention to Detail

Design Tools & Test Equipment

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD/PDM tools

Electrical design software

Electrical test equipment

Job description

Description

Job Summary:

We are seeking an Electrical Engineer, Sr to oversees and leads the design of electrical control systems for safe, effective, and efficient operation of Forgent products and processes while meeting and exceeding company quality and production standards and customer documentation and delivery requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support the design and development of electrical control systems, ensuring alignment with engineering standards, customer requirements, and applicable codes while meeting project schedules and budgets.
• Review and interpret customer specifications and project documents, providing clear guidance to engineering and design teams.
• Utilize design software and tools to develop and oversee electrical design packages.
• Improve design processes by implementing standardized practices, tools, and systems to enhance quality, efficiency, and consistency.
• Evaluate and select electrical and electronic components for use in control systems and related assemblies.
• Provide technical troubleshooting and support for internal teams, customers, and field service personnel.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve design, manufacturing, and quality issues, driving continuous improvement in processes and methods.
• Create training materials, documentation, and procedures to support the development of engineering teams.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and new product advancements to support innovation and product development.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, vendors, and internal teams.
• Provide on-site technical and customer support as needed, with minimal travel.
• Adhere to all company safety, quality, and housekeeping policies.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline
• Ability to design and lead electrical projects based on functional requirements and industry standards
• 7+ years of engineering experience, including leadership or advanced technical responsibilities
• Experience supporting product assembly, manufacturing, and testing processes
• Ability to coordinate and manage engineering tasks for customer projects
• Experience developing quotes or providing technical input for project proposals
• Proficiency with electrical design software and engineering tools
• Ability to use electrical test equipment relevant to power or control systems
• Strong relationship-building skills with internal teams, customers, and suppliers
• Proficiency with standard business software (Microsoft Office Suite)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Preferred:

• Background in electrical power systems, control systems, or related engineering fields
• Ability to collaborate effectively across electrical, mechanical, and software engineering functions
• Experience with CAD/PDM tools or similar design environments
• Experience in industries such as renewable energy, energy storage, data centers, or emerging power technologies

Skills and Competencies:

• Advanced Electrical Engineering Expertise
• Technical Leadership
• Problem-Solving & Root Cause Analysis
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Project Management & Prioritization
• Communication & Technical Writing
• Continuous Improvement Mindset
• Innovation & Concept Development
• Relationship Management
• Attention to Detail
• Use of Design Tools and Test Equipment
• Professionalism & Confidentiality

Benefits:

• PTO/ESST
• Paid holidays
• $100 individual deductible and $300 family deductible health insurance
• Paid Weekly
• Vision and Dental Insurance
• 401K / Life Insurance / STD

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