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R&D Electrical Engineer

R&D Electrical Engineer

KCC CompaniesSimpsonville, KY, US
12 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Drive innovation and technical excellence at KCC by serving as a primary electrical resource within the R&D team. This role blends deep electrical engineering expertise with hands-on testing, troubleshooting, and collaborative development.

Our Mission : KCC enhances the lives of our customers, partners, employee-owners, and communities by providing innovative HVAC solutions.

Benefits

  • 9 Paid Holidays
  • Health, Dental, Vision insurance, and other Ancillary coverages
  • 401K
  • Monthly Accrued Vacation
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Company paid life insurance
  • Long term disability insurance

Responsibilities

  • Develop, review, and optimize electrical schematics and wiring diagrams using AutoCAD or equivalent tools.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to guide electrical and controls decisions across new technologies and product concepts.
  • Troubleshoot electrical systems across voltage ranges (24V AC / DC to 575V), supporting prototype builds and field testing.
  • Conduct safety and performance evaluations of new designs, ensuring compliance with NEC, UL 60335-2-40, and other relevant standards.
  • Support the design and implementation of innovative electrical components, controls, and processes for HVAC systems.
  • Assist in the development of training materials and documentation for electrical systems and controls.
  • Analyze component and system-level data to validate performance and identify improvement opportunities.
  • Contribute to cross-functional R&D efforts, including mechanical, software, and controls integration.
  • Stay current on emerging technologies, industry codes, and best practices to inform design decisions and strategic direction.

    • Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, Controls Engineering, or equivalent experience.
  • Strong understanding of electrical safety practices (arc flash, lockout / tagout) and hazard mitigation.
  • Proficiency in reading and interpreting schematics, system drawings, and wiring diagrams.
  • Skilled in the use of hand tools, multimeters, gauges, and power equipment.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, especially in cross-functional and supplier-facing environments.
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand for extended periods during testing and builds.

    • Preferred Qualifications

  • NEC Certification and familiarity with HVAC-specific electrical standards.
  • Experience with AutoCAD and development of custom routines (e.g., Lisp).
  • 5+ years of relevant HVAC or electrical engineering experience.
  • Background in controls integration and troubleshooting.
  • Experience in project scheduling and technical documentation.

    • KCC COMPANIES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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