Design Engineer

About the Company

ElectroCraft, Inc. provides application-engineered specialty fractional-horsepower motor and motion control products. Under the hood, Electrocraft motion systems power critical components of some of the world's most innovative products in medical equipment, robotics, industrial automation, agriculture, and lab equipment. Some of our innovative products include DC motors, gear motors, linear actuators, and motor drives. With facilities and customers around the globe, ElectroCraft provides advanced precision solutions with the highest reliability and lowest total cost of ownership, which is why it is trusted by both the largest brands and the newest cutting-edge companies.

Job Summary

The Design Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing electric motors and components. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to create innovative solutions that meet performance, efficiency, and reliability requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical or electrical engineering, experience in motor design and a passion for advancing electric motor technology.

Key Responsibilities :

• Design and Development : Create detailed designs for electric motor components and systems, including rotors, stators, windings, and housings, using CAD software (e.g., Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks)
• Simulation and Analysis : Perform finite element analysis (FEA) and thermal / electromagnetic simulations to optimize motor performance and ensure compliance with design specifications.
• Prototyping and Testing : Develop prototypes and conduct testing to validate designs, troubleshoot issues, and improve performance metrics such as efficiency, torque, and durability.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration : Work closely with manufacturing, quality assurance, and supply chain teams to ensure designs are manufacturable, cost-effective, meet industry standards, and ensure product specifications meet or exceed expectations.
• Documentation : Prepare technical documentation, including design specifications, test reports, and bill of materials (BOM), to support product development and production processes.
• Continuous Improvement : Identify opportunities to enhance motor designs for improved efficiency, reduced weight, and lower production costs.
• Compliance : Ensure designs comply with relevant industry standards (e.g., UL, IEC, NEMA) and environmental regulations.
• Project Management : Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality standards.

Preferred Experience or Skills

Basic and Social Skills, Leadership, and Business

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job. They are not intended to be an all-encompassing list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

What We Offer

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

ElectroCraft is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an employer of choice. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Harassment Policy

ElectroCraft maintains a strict policy prohibiting harassment of any kind in the workplace. We are committed to fostering a professional and respectful work environment where all individuals are treated with dignity and fairness. Violations of this policy are taken seriously and addressed in accordance with our internal complaint and disciplinary procedures.

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