Job Description:

Job Title: Electrical Research Engineer

Operating Company: Environmental Solutions Group – Heil Environmental

Location: Fort Payne, AL

Reports To:  Senior Manager, Research and Validation

Department: Operations

Position Summary:

Are you an experienced engineer with a passion for design, development and research?  We are hiring an Electrical Research Engineer to join the Research and Validation team in our Fort Payne, AL facility. As the Electrical Research Engineer, you will research, design and test electrical systems for on-highway vocational mobile equipment and work with suppliers to make electrical system component selections. This Engineer will research, develop and maintain programs for electrical system controllers and assist production with electrical system diagnostics.  Your primary area of focus will be electrical systems although cross-disciplinary involvement and education is a must.

Key Functions of the Electrical Research Engineer:

Design and detail electrical circuits and select components to meet customer expectations.Support multiple Product Development engineering teams.Cascade system level customer requirements to electrical specifications and requirements.Take designs through supplier sourcing, design development, product validation, manufacturability, and product launch.Upgrade existing designs to meet current requirements, improving reliability and reducing cost when possible.Coordinate and conduct design verification testing at component, subsystem, and system level.Assist in the development of project plans, timelines, deliverables and quality plans.Provide technical assistance to internal and external customers, distributors and salespersons.Research new software and hardware for refuse vehicles.Directly involved with testing and validating new software and hardware.

Qualifications of the Electrical Research Engineer:

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field required; Master’s Degree strongly preferred.2-5 years' experience designing, testing and analyzing electrical systems. Strong controls programming, MATLAB, structured text and/or ladder logic experience required.Controller Area Network (CAN) experience/knowledge required.Excellent communication skills with ability to collaborate across various teams. Microsoft Office; PRO-E or other 3D modeling software.Experience in the design and application of Advanced Hydraulics, Robotics, and Controls Systems is heavily desired.Strong problem-solving skills employing 6-Sigma or another structured method to solve complex problems.Should be a self-starter with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while still being highly detailed and accurate. The ability to access new methods or technologies at various levels of detail. To quickly categorize it as ‘worth further investigation’ and then to pursue that investigation, validation and documentation.Willing to travel up to 15% and maintain a flexible work schedule during critical stages of development projects.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Ethics and Work Standards: Maintain the highest ethical and work standards, while promoting the same attributes in co-workers and others.  Ensure that all business activities – with both internal and external customers – to be performed with a professional demeanor and that all participants be held accountable to this high standard.

Communication:  Expresses thoughts clearly, both orally and in writing, using good grammar. Presents concise, well-organized reports in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.  Listens to understand input, feedback, and concerns.  Provides complete information in an open, honest, and straightforward manner.  Responds promptly and positively to questions and requests.

Teamwork and Relationships:  Works with other employees willingly and in a spirit of cooperation and teamwork.  Supports cooperation.  Demonstrates a commitment to the entire business and is supportive of all initiatives (company and departmental) to help grow Environmental Solutions Group business in the United States and abroad.  Cooperates fully with others to achieve organizational goals. Is tactful, courteous, and considerate.  Embraces a positive outlook.  Is respected and trusted by others.

Continual Improvement and Problem Resolution: Identifies and communicates suggestions for work improvements.  Uses technical and analytical abilities to assure existing work practices are the most efficient and cost effective possible. Performs root-cause analysis and implements viable, permanent solutions to problems.  Works with both internal and external customers to develop solutions which meet company-wide needs and objectives.  Applies a sense of urgency to resolve problems or creates opportunities that will increase productivity and create value.  Shares best practices with other employees across the business.

Accountability:  Accepts responsibility and accessibility for both the strategic planning and the successful implementation of all projects, programs, and duties as outlined in this job description. Advises supervisor of concerns, problems, and progress of work in a timely manner.

Terex Overview:

At Terex, we fully embrace the increasingly diverse world around us and strive to create an empowering and welcoming workplace culture. We are a $5 billion publicly traded global industrial equipment manufacturer of materials processing machinery, waste and recycling solutions, mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs), and equipment for the electric utility industry. We are passionate about producing equipment that helps improve the lives of people around the world and providing our team members with a rewarding career and the opportunity to make an impact.   

While our operations are global, each office or factory is a close-knit community.  We value diversity, equity and inclusion, safety, integrity, respect, servant leadership, courage, citizenship, and continuous improvement.  It's an exciting time to be part of the expanding manufacturing sector - come join us!

Additional Information:

We see inclusion as a key to our success and are committed to actively foster a culture where every team member feels valued, listened to, and appreciated. We are committed to being fair and impartial in our decisions, ensuring equity within our workplace. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

The Company offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a full range of benefits, including paid vacation, 401(k), medical, dental, and vision.

Terex Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V.

If you are interested in an open position but feel you may not meet all the listed qualifications, we still encourage you to apply.

Terex Overview:

At Terex, we fully embrace the increasingly diverse world around us and strive to create an empowering and welcoming workplace culture. We are a $5 billion publicly traded global industrial equipment manufacturer of materials processing machinery, waste and recycling solutions, mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs), and equipment for the electric utility industry. We are passionate about producing equipment that helps improve the lives of people around the world and providing our team members with a rewarding career and the opportunity to make an impact.   

While our operations are global, each office or factory is a close-knit community.  We value diversity, equity and inclusion, safety, integrity, respect, servant leadership, courage, citizenship, and continuous improvement.  It's an exciting time to be part of the expanding manufacturing sector - come join us!

Additional Information:

We see inclusion as a key to our success and are committed to actively foster a culture where every team member feels valued, listened to, and appreciated. We are committed to being fair and impartial in our decisions, ensuring equity within our workplace. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting the Recruiting department (person or department) at Globaltalentacquisitions@terex.com  

The Company offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a full range of benefits, including paid vacation, 401(k), medical, dental, and vision.

Terex Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V.