Our client is an established manufacturer of portable starting units, power supplies, and ground power equipment serving multiple industries, including aviation, military, transportation, energy, and industrial markets. The company designs and manufactures its products in the United States and has built a reputation for quality, innovation, and long-term customer relationships.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a hands-on Product Engineer to work closely with executive leadership and production teams. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving technical problems, supporting customers, and developing practical engineering solutions from concept through implementation. The successful candidate will spend time on the production floor, in testing and troubleshooting environments, and in engineering design activities. This is not strictly a desk-based engineering position.
Key Responsibilities:
Learn and understand existing products, systems, and manufacturing processes.
Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance to customers.
Modify and adapt existing products for new applications and market requirements.
Develop electrical and mechanical design solutions from concept to production.
Create wiring, layout, and system designs for new and existing products.
Support product certification, compliance, and third-party testing activities.
Investigate component, supplier, and product quality issues.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives within a structured quality management system.
Collaborate with production, engineering, and leadership teams to improve products and processes.
Represent the company at industry events and trade shows as needed.
Requirements
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field preferred.
Equivalent military technical training and relevant industry experience will also be considered.
Working knowledge of:
- DC electrical systems
- Batteries and charging systems
- Power electronics
- Electrical wiring and troubleshooting
- Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on problem-solving ability.
- Experience building, repairing, or modifying equipment, vehicles, engines, or similar systems is highly desirable.
- Aviation, military aviation, aircraft maintenance, or ground support equipment experience is a significant plus.
- Self-motivated with strong organizational and follow-through skills.
- Ability to work effectively with individuals across all levels of an organization.
- Capable of working in a production and shop environment, including occasional lifting of equipment.
- Bilingual English/Spanish skills are a plus.
- Willingness to travel periodically for industry events and trade shows.
Compensation & Benefits:
A competitive compensation and benefits package will be offered and discussed with qualified candidates during the interview process.
