Electronics Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

WAHL EMPOWERS PEOPLE TO BE THEIR BEST!

Wahl Clipper Corporation, a global manufacturer of branded Consumer and Professional products, has an exciting opportunity for a collaborative individual to join our New Product Development team as an Electronics Engineer at our Global Headquarters in Sterling, Illinois.

This position is responsible for design and development of electronics relating to new product engineering electro-mechanical, battery, and electronic control systems for existing and future product categories.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Designs cost-effective high-quality circuitry to meet performance requirements of Wahl products.
2. Implements designs into the manufacturing process, establishes manufacturing and inspection standards, and trains incoming inspectors in testing of products and designs.
3. Designs electronic circuits, fixtures and testing procedures for laboratory testing. Assists other technical support employees with unresolved problems and trains employees in testing of circuits and products and proper use of fixtures.
4. Plans and implements research methodology and procedures to apply principles of electrical theory to engineering projects. Investigates customer returns, determines nature and extent of problem and recommends corrective measures.
5. Communicates internally with peers in Engineering, Research and Development, Manufacturing, Sourcing, Purchasing, Quality, Consumer Sales and Marketing and Professional Sales and Marketing. Communicates externally with Wahl vendors.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1. Designs and debugs electrical circuits.
2. Resolves electrical design problems on new and existing products.
3. Assists in establishing manufacturing and inspection standards for electrical components and systems.
4. Works to get designs implemented into manufacturing process.
5. Trains employees in testing electrical circuits.
6. Investigates customer returns and recommends resolution.
7. Staying up to date with the latest technologies relevant to our field.
8. Continuously learning on the job and through available resources.
9. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's Degree in EE
• 3 years' experience, preferably in a manufacturing setting
• Must stay abreast of technological advances within field of Engineering
• Experience with designing electro-mechanical systems, designing circuits and test systems, PCB design and layout software (E-CAD), and programming microcontrollers in C/C++.
• Experience with translating concepts into prototypes and products.
• Ability to model the Company's values of respect for people, teamwork, and continuous improvement
• High Integrity
• Good communication skills with peers and leadership.
• Strong bias for action tempered with logical problem-solving ability.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• High technical curiosity and learning mindset.

Why Wahl?

We are proud to celebrate over 100 years as the standard for grooming products used by barbers and hairdressers all over the world. Professionals and home users have relied on our innovative clippers, trimmers and personal care products for an entire century.

Today, the fourth generation of the Wahl Family remains deeply rooted in the daily operations and management of the organization. Living beyond the footsteps of their great-grandfather, the family continues to ensure that everything that Wahl produces aligns with the same core family values.

When you work at Wahl, you join a community that is proud of its heritage of excellence and ground-breaking innovations and a company that focuses on creating value for the customer and long-term growth.

Perks & Benefits:

• BCBSIL Medical coverage offered as low as $14 per week, INCLUDING pharmacy
• In & Out-of-network BCBSIL Dental coverage, with orthodontics for as low as $6 per week
• In & Out-of-network BCBSIL by EyeMed, Vision coverage, $3 per week for family coverage
• Free onsite clinic featuring a Nurse Practitioner, a Physical Therapist, and free lab services
• Employer funded health savings account -up to $2000!
• Biometric testing with wellness credits
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with generous company match
• Profit Sharing
• Tuition Reimbursement program - up to $10,000 per calendar year
• Scholarship Program
• Daycare discounts
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with legal consultative services and discounts
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Company paid Short-Term Disability/Long Term Disability
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Casual work environment

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