Electrical Engineer II

Job Description:

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.; Sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.

INNOVATE WITHOUT BOUNDARIES! At Milwaukee Tool we firmly believe that our People and our Culture are the secrets to our success – so we give you unlimited access to everything you need to create disruptive new technologies and solutions on our electrical engineering teams. Our Engineering Team is responsible for giving life to the batteries, motors, and electronics that power solutions changing the lives of our users. Every developmental phase of these critical components happens in-house under the watch of this team. We continue to invest in electrical engineering resources to design and develop leadership in electronic capabilities; something unique within the industry. And we’re pushing the limits in firmware engineering, power electronics, embedded systems, machine learning, and the use of artificial intelligence. 

Behind our doors you’ll be empowered every day to own it, drive it, and do what it takes to design and develop the biggest breakthroughs in the industry. Meanwhile, you’ll have the support and resources of the fastest-growing brand in the construction industry to make it happen.  

Year after year, our team continues to make significant breakthroughs in the industry. We’re just getting started. To learn more about our story click HERE. 

As an Electrical Project Engineer II within our Lighting and Lifestyles brand team, you will be responsible for the management of multiple projects simultaneously in the development of new products. Project focus will be based on Milwaukee Tool System Enhancement Electronics. Every project entails the inventive exploration of form and function with passion for the interactions between the user and the product or system. You will not only be responsible for working collaboratively with internal groups, but multiple external suppliers, designers, and vendors both domestic and international. Therefore organization, timeline management, communication, and attention to technical detail will ensure that you are successful in this role.  

You’ll also be DISRUPTIVE through these duties and responsibilities:

• Working independently, design, prototype, test, and troubleshoot embedded electronics including hardware and firmware for low to mid-level complexity projects.

• Use laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, electronic loads, and data acquisition systems. 

• Conduct experiments, perform simulations, and draw concise, logical conclusions by analyzing data. 

• Track projects to ensure adherence to schedule and communicate status updates to other teams and mid-level management.

• Role model Milwaukee Tool’s culture while providing technical guidance, mentorship, and coaching junior Engineers.

• Work with component suppliers and manufacturers for proper component selection on existing projects and providing input into future product needs.

• Schedule, develop agendas for, facilitate, and document technical meetings and formal presentations.

• Acquire knowledge and maintain an understanding of Milwaukee Tool’s development and manufacturing processes to effectively and efficiently mass produce power tools.

• Design and qualify new solutions to applicable regulatory standards such as UL, CEC, CE, and ANSI.  

What TOOLS you’ll bring with you:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field. 

• 2+ years of experience.

• Excellent problem-solving skills, exercises independent judgement and works well under pressure in a dynamic environment. 

• Self-motivated, organized, efficient, process oriented with a strong work ethic.

• Broad-based experience with analog circuitry and embedded systems. 

• Basic understanding of Firmware development and programing best practices. 

• Knowledge of USB power systems and battery charging systems is useful. 

• Familiarity with EMC / EMI mitigation is helpful. 

• Experience in working with cross-functional teams to create new designs within a defined time period.  Prior experience with development of “end use” commercial products and knowledge of taking an item from concept to production is desirable.

• Ability to travel 10% of the time (domestic and international). 

• High proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.

We provide these great perks and benefits:

• Robust health, dental and vision insurance plans.
• Generous 401 (K) savings plan.
• Education assistance.
• On-site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee service.
• And many more, check out our benefits site HERE.

Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.