Staff Electrical Engineer- Inverter

Hitachi Astemo

Greenfield (IN)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled engineer to join their innovative team focused on Electric Vehicle products. This role involves supporting Inverter programs through equipment setup, process development, and ensuring product specifications are met. You'll collaborate with various departments and have the opportunity to influence projects across the organization. If you have a passion for electrical engineering and a drive to contribute to cutting-edge technology in the automotive sector, this position is perfect for you. Join a diverse and inclusive workplace that celebrates innovation and teamwork.

Qualifications

5 years of related work experience in electrical engineering or related field.
Knowledge of control systems, robotics, and electronics.

Responsibilities

Develop and evaluate new Inverter product processes and equipment.
Support technology development and production requirements.
Assist in testing trials and experiments for troubleshooting.

Skills

Engineering skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Data-driven decision making

Computer literacy

Education

4-year University Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Electrical test systems

Manufacturing systems

Job description

This position will be part of the xEV Regional PE group for Electric Vehicle products and will be responsible for activity and support for Inverter programs. The purpose for the position will be to support activities to establish equipment, processes, and quotations for programs related to Inverter products. The specific area of expertise will be for electrical / electronic function and testing (low and high voltage). The overall requirements of the position are to ensure that production equipment operates to equipment specifications and produces products based on the product specifications and customer requirements, including ensuring that equipment is verified and qualified for mass production utilization.

This position offers opportunities to work with a wide variety of aspects of the manufacturing processes, a wide variety of departments and levels of management within the company both domestic and international. Essential functions of this job include:

Ensure equipment specifications to produce products and align with regional requirements.
Confirm that the equipment is installed and meets the required specification.
Ensure that equipment is safe to utilize for all associates.
Confirm that all product requirements are met through online testing, including the verification (daily and validation).
Assist other departments in setting up testing trials/experiments for customer/internal troubles, including countermeasure activity as needed.

Description of Duties and Responsibilities/ % of Time Spent Performing Duties

Develop and evaluate new Inverter product process and equipment: 40%
Support development of technology, resource and production requirements: 30%
Support new business opportunity evaluation: 20%
Support M/P equipment problems and develop solutions: 5%
Other Duties as Assigned to support Corporate Objectives: 5%

Minimum Qualifications (Education, Experience, and Skills):

4-year University Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field and 5 years related work experience.
Engineering skills including knowledge of control systems, robotics, electronics, electrical test systems, optical inspection and computer programming.
Ability to make quick, accurate, data driven decisions and utilize excellent problem-solving skills.
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Computer literacy with both personal computers and manufacturing systems.
Willingness to support the corporate culture with an absolute focus on ethics and fairness.

Preferred Qualifications (Education, Experience, and Skills):

Work experience within automotive industry, with emphasis in high power electronic or electronic devices Knowledge of EV components such as inverters, power modules, or control modules.
Knowledge of APQP, FMEA, Control Plans, etc.
Experience in electronics manufacturing and principles IPC regulations.
Well organized, attention to detail and able to handle multiple deadlines and projects simultaneously.
Excellent communication skills to prepare and present information to all levels of associates, management and customers both verbally and written.
Ability to lead projects obtaining the support of multiple departments and organizations.

Essential to Job Functions — Physical and/or Mental Restrictions:

Ability to work flexible schedule including all shifts and days as needed.
Ability to work for long periods of time while sitting.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

At Astemo, we’re challenging the status quo with the power of diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. Our goal is to build an inclusive work environment that celebrates the differences of our employees. We want to ensure that every employee feels valued, respected and empowered. We don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our community. Astemo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at Astemo, please send the nature of the request and contact information to am-jobs@hitachiastemo.com when applying for the position.

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