Associate System Engineer Jobs in Fort Wayne, IN

Braun Industries
Electrical Design Engineer - 1st Shift
Location: Van Wert, OH
Your Skill. Our Mission. One Exceptional Ambulance at a Time.
Job Title - Electrical Design Engineer
Department
Engineering - 310
Role Profile & Pay Grade
Braun PG X
Reports to
Engineering Manager
Location
Van Wert, Ohio
Travel
Limited
Organization
Braun
Mission
We make life better, one relationship and one vehicle at a time.
Vision
To be the partner of choice, dedicated to safety and innovation, delivering an exceptional customer experience through empowered employees.
Summary of Responsibilities
Conceptualize, design and engineer 12v DC and 125v AC based electrical systems for use in mobile applications. Develop comprehensive multiplexed electrical systems through the utilization of computer programming and electrical schematic drafting software. Properly integrate electrical systems across multiple chassis platforms. Design new electrical harnesses for manufacturability, installation, and cost objectives. Research and develop new technologies and systems to provide reliable and innovative solutions in a mobile application. Develop and lead the design and installation of complex mobile communication systems including telemetry, GPS, cellular data modems, UHF and VHF radio systems. Review methods, document processes, develop prints and update changes for use by production and customer service personnel for proper installation and vehicle maintenance. Review vehicle work orders, create and generate all updated electrical schematic packages and create bill of materials necessary for manufacturing to the customer's specifications in a timely manner. Provide training to production personnel, service technicians and customers both on and off-site.
Summary of Activities
Responsibilities
Activities
Approx. %
Measure of success (Key indicator)
Create electrical schematics and BOMs for each vehicle work order; production and remount.
Read and interpret vehicle sales order to translate into electrical schematic and BOM.
60%
Limited revisions needed, on time, meet hours estimate
Create and/or update electrical schematics and BOMs for options and products
Gather technical data to specify proper integration of product into truck design
2%
Ease of integration for production design.
Provide support for Long Lead components for BOM and Supply Chain Management
Read and interpret vehicle sales order to translate into part numbers with long lead times
2%
Limited revisions needed, on time.
Provide electrical support for research and development initiatives
New production integration into truck designs
2%
Ease of integration for production design.
Document proper electrical installation processes and methods
Update or create Braun process documentation as needed
2%
Production approval of process
Design multiplexed electrical systems
Read and interpret vehicle sales order to translate into multiplex software configuration.
5%
Limited revisions needed, on time, meet hours estimate
Research and design for new chassis model year changes and proper module to chassis electrical integration
Gather technical data from OEM chassis manufacturers to specify proper integration of product into truck design
2%
Ease of integration for production design. Limited revisions.
Provide training to alternate personnel on program downloads to nodes and vistas
Ad hoc training to manufacturing electrical analysts.
2%
Production approval of training completeness.
Interact with and provide multiple chassis manufactures with the needs and recommendations of chassis electrical systems incorporation
Find solutions for customer requests of unique/new features that interact with chassis electrical systems
5%
Ease of integration for production design. Limited revisions.
Provide on the off-site hands-n training in a class atmosphere on correct electrical applications, processes and procedures
Support yearly dealer training hosted by Customer Care Organization.
1%
Customer Care Approval of training completeness
Participate or lead product improvement teams
Support or lead various continuous improvement projects
5%
Ease of integration for production design. On time, on budget.
Assist production personnel with troubleshooting issues
Utilize troubleshooting techniques to root cause and correct issues.
5%
Solution that meets quality, cost and delivery of truck order.
Develop operator manuals and training guides
Customer Care Organization as lead, support creation of documentation as needed.
1%
Customer Care Approval of completeness.
Provide technical support and engineering for services and warranty needs
Provide design engineering support for Customer Care work orders or field questions.
5%
Customer Care Approval of completeness.
Technical Skills/Competencies (technical knowledge, education and experience)
Associates Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent working experience
Strong knowledge and three years of working experience with electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and electrical tools
Two years of electrical CAD drawing experience
Sound knowledge of electrical theory and design criteria
Personality Traits / Core Skills
Good communication and organizational skills
Essential Functions/Physical Requirements
Complete all work as detailed in the summary of responsibilities of this position profile at acceptable productivity and quality levels
Demonstrate all technical skills/competencies and core skills as referenced in this job specification at acceptable productivity and quality levels
Demonstrate reasonable and reliable attendance
Maintain any required licensures and/or certifications
Operate all job-related equipment or machines at acceptable productivity and quality levels
Successfully pass a post offer drug test, as well as random, reasonable suspicion and post-accident drug and alcohol test thereafter
Ability to lift and move up to 100 pounds with assistance, regularly require to walk, talk and hear, reach with hands and arms, stand, crouch and kneel; frequently required to use hand to finger dexterity in order to handle objects, tools, and/or controls; occasionally required to stoop or crawl
About Us
At Braun Ambulances, we are committed to building the safest, highest-quality emergency vehicles in the industry. We value teamwork, innovation, and a culture where safety comes first. Braun Ambulances is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a safe and inclusive workplace for all employees.
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