Junior Electrical Designer

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: Starting Salary: $60,000/year

Job Title: Junior Electrical Designer

Location: Huntsville, AL

Job Type: Full-Time; Exempt

Reports to: Senior Electrical Engineer

Job Summary: The Jr. Electrical Designer will be responsible for assisting in the design, development, and optimization of electrical and electro-mechanical systems components to improve performance, efficiency, and reliability. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to solve engineering challenges, support product development, and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations. This position will include design, 2d and 3d modeling, and prototyping.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Design and develop electrical or electro-mechanical system components to meet performance and reliability requirements
• Develop electrical layouts, schematics, and wiring diagrams to meet specifications
• Adhere to company revision and configuration management process
• Conduct electrical system validation designs and optimize performance
• Collaborate with manufacturing and quality teams to support production and ensure design manufacturability
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards, such as ISO 9001, AS9100, IEC, NEC, and MIL-STDs
• Follow company quality and safety standards
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including specifications, reports, and drawings
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies
• Support new product introduction and continuous improvement initiatives
• Participate in cross-functional teams to address technical challenges and support business objectives
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Must be a U.S. citizen and meet any other federal program requirements (CUI and ITAR).
• Proficient in Creo/Pro-E, Creo/Schematics, and Windchill a plus
• Must have some 3D CAD experience (SolidWorks or Creo)
• Proficient in reading and creating Electrical Schematics
• Knowledge of electrical design principles, system integration, and analysis techniques
• Experience in 3 phase power a plus
• Experience in 400Hz AC and 270V DC a plus
• Experience in development of MIL-STD EMI shielded Wire harnesses a plus
• In-depth knowledge of ASTM E1851-15, IEEE 299, MIL-STD-285, MIL-STD-188/125, MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-464 is a plus
• Ability to use shop/prototyping equipment to diagnose and troubleshoot electrical issues
• Excellent problem-solving skills and analytical abilities
• Strong hands-on prototyping skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Ability to troubleshoot and analyze design issues both in prototyping and production environments
• Ability to travel to customer sites to support technical training, demos, and/or product support

Required Education and Experience:

• Associates degree in electrical technology, or a related field is required.
• Will consider non-degreed, if relevant work experience acceptable to meet job qualifications
• 0-3 years of experience, with a focus on design, development, or manufacturing.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Prolonged periods of standing and working in an R&D lab building prototypes utilizing an array of different mechanical and electrical tools.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Must be a US citizen and meet any other federal program requirements.

The above statements reflect general details necessary for the performance of the job and are not to be considered an all-inclusive list. Sun Test Systems, Inc. is a federal contractor and EEOC/Title VII/ADA compliant employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.