Principal Engineer Magnetics
San Diego, CA 
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Job Description
Principal Engineer Magnetics
Job Locations US-CA-San Diego
Requisition ID 2024-31084 Position Type Full Time Position Classification On-Site Job Function Engineering
Overview

This position is responsible for design and development of DC electric motors and other electro-magnetic products.

Major Position Responsibilities
    Designs and develops new brushed and multiphase brushless DC electric motors
  • May work under guidance of a Senior/Principal Engineer
  • Improves existing designs to reduce cost, improve performance or manufacturability
  • Conducts detailed reviews of customer specifications
  • Prepares or directs preparation of product and/or system layout and detailed drawings and schematics
  • Performs design experiments related to motor designs and develops test methods, from concept to planning and execution stage
  • Directs and coordinates on-site manufacturing and testing of prototype products and/or systems
  • Compiles and analyzes operational and test data to establish performance standards for newly designed or modified products
  • Assist in trouble shooting prototype building and/or production when necessary
  • Develop, release, and revise mechanical drawings and 3D models
  • Conducts motor performance predictions by analyses of actual data and through the development of design related algorithms in addition to the existing methods
  • Maintains project folders with all pertinent information conforming to company procedures throughout the process of prototype building
  • May act as project engineer support on selected projects
  • Designs and develops other magnetic products as needed
  • Interface with customers for as required to support existing products or for new development opportunities
Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or applicable science degree
  • Minimum 5-7 years' experience in electric motor design and magnetic design or other, related, magnetic products
  • Strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles, including circuit analysis and power electronics
  • Knowledge and direct experience in manufacturing methods for electric motors, from assembly to test
  • Knowledge of FEA analytical methods for motor performance modeling and simulation
  • Experience with ANSYS a plus
  • Experience in Aerospace or Defense industry a plus
  • Strong communicator, experience working with non-technical personnel
  • Experience managing multiple simultaneous projects
Pay Range (USD)
$93,100.00 - $172,900.00
Additional Compensation
Hired applicant may be eligible to participate in the Company's Gain Sharing Program.
Benefits
Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and basic life insurance as well as pre-tax spending accounts. Employees are also able to enroll in the company's 401k plan and are eligible for the Non-Contributory Retirement Contribution. In addition to the benefits discussed above, the company offers the following voluntary benefits: Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Identify Theft Protection, Enhanced Legal Services, Auto and Home Insurance, Pet Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Educational Assistance.
PTO, Holiday, and Family Leave
Employees will receive 11 paid holidays and 120 hours of PTO annually and up to 3 weeks paid family leave.

GD-OTS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Salary and Benefits
$93,100.00 - $172,900.00
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
5 to 7 years
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