Associate Design Engineer Jobs in Talladega, AL (NOW HIRING)

Our Switching & Fusing location in Leeds, AL is looking for an entry-level Associate Electrical Product Engineer to join their team and grow with us as we grow! The Associate Electrical Product Engineer responsible for supporting the design, development, testing, and continuous improvement of electrical products throughout the product lifecycle. Working under the guidance of senior engineers and cross-functional teams, this role contributes to product innovation, cost reduction initiatives, manufacturing support, quality improvements, and compliance with applicable industry standards.

This position provides new Engineering Graduates with the opportunity to develop technical expertise while gaining hands-on experience in product development, problem solving, testing, and customer-focused engineering solutions.
 

Product Development & Design

• Support the design and development of new electrical products and product enhancements for high voltage substation switches and motor operators.
• Assist in creating engineering drawings, specifications, bills of material (BOMs), and technical documentation.
• Participate in product design reviews and engineering change processes.
• Perform engineering calculations, simulations, and analyses to validate product performance.
• Support prototype builds and design verification activities.

Testing & Validation

• Develop and execute product test plans under supervision.
• Conduct laboratory testing and analyze results to verify product performance and reliability.
• Assist with qualification and certification testing to applicable industry standards (IEEE, ANSI, UL, IEC, NEMA, etc.).
• Document test procedures, results, and recommendations.

Manufacturing & Operations Support

• Provide engineering support for manufacturing processes and production challenges.
• Assist in root cause analysis and corrective action activities for product and process issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to improve product performance and manufacturability.

Product Lifecycle Management

• Support product maintenance activities, including engineering changes and obsolescence management.
• Assist in evaluating product cost reduction opportunities while maintaining quality and performance requirements.
• Participate in failure investigations and field issue resolution.
• Help maintain product documentation within engineering systems and databases.

Customer & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Product Management, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Sales teams.
• Support technical evaluations related to customer applications and product performance.
• Participate in customer visits, supplier meetings, and cross-functional project reviews as needed.
• Communicate technical findings through reports, presentations, and design reviews.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals.
• Knowledge of circuit analysis, power systems, electromagnetics, controls, or related electrical engineering disciplines.
• Basic experience using engineering software, CAD tools, or simulation programs through coursework, internships, or projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship, co-op, or project experience related to product development or electrical equipment design.
• Familiarity with electrical industry standards such as IEEE, ANSI, UL, IEC, or NEMA.
• Exposure to laboratory testing and data analysis.
• Experience using CAD or product design software.
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes and Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles.