Electrical Engineering Volunteer Jobs in Elgin, IL

Join us as we empower the world to work out, creating healthier lives together.
We are seeking an Electrical Engineering Manager to lead a team and play a critical role in shaping the technology behind our connected fitness products. This role will manage the Life Fitness Console team and is responsible for overseeing development of all consoles used in our products. These consoles feature LED/LCD displays, touch screens, Android & Linux single board computer integration, TV tuners, ethernet, and several other communication protocols. In addition, HDMI and other video interfaces and various wireless technologies including WiFi, NFC & Bluetooth.
This manager will collaborate with multiple cross-functional design teams and contract manufactures and design partners in developing new cardio fitness equipment and lead a team of six engineers with a wide variety of experience. The manager will lead development of products from development through design validation to production and sustaining ensuring they meet performance, quality, cost and schedule goals.
This is a hybrid role, based out of the Nieto-Jones Performance Center in Schaumburg, IL. #LI-Hybrid - Monday and Friday are remote, Tuesday through Thursday are in-office collaboration days.
Principal Accountabilities

• Define and specify electrical systems and controls for console applications
• Develop and ensure execution of various tasks related to engineering projects including schematic capture, PCB layout, floor plan, component placement and design for manufacture & EMC
• Own full technical responsibility for interpreting, organizing, executing and coordinating assignments
• Partner with individuals and other departments within the organization, outside suppliers, consultants, and other sources to ensure successful implementation of company objectives
• Directly supervise engineers, set direction and determine resource allocation
• Provide technical guidance as needed to project teams
• Mentor and develop junior level engineers
• Conduct performance reviews

Required Skills/Capabilities

• Project management skills related to resource management and conducting meetings
• Ability to read and analyze electrical/electronic circuits/schematics is required
• Experience problem solving and troubleshooting is required, along with ability to train others in these skills
• Excellent written, verbal communication and presentation skills
• Ability to learn and adapt to new tools, software and organizations

Education and Experience

• BSEE or equivalent required/preferred
• 8+ years of electrical engineering experience required
• 5+ years of experience designing analog and/or power electronics is required
• 2-5 years of people leadership either professionally or volunteer is preferred
• Experience with console peripherals in summary is a plus

At Life Fitness / Hammer Strength, we think customer first, play as one team, and raise the bar on fitness innovation-in the gym and in every corner of our facilities. We persevere and get it done, with a clear purpose to inspire each other to live healthier lives. If you're ready to bring out the best in people while powering the future of fitness manufacturing, we invite you to apply.
Want to take the next step in your career? Life Fitness / Hammer Strength takes pride in our talented employees and believes in providing opportunities for further growth and advancement. We encourage you to test your strengths, push your limits, and unleash your potential. If you feel the position is right for you, we invite you to apply. We'll work with you closely to support you throughout the hiring process. If your CV/ resume shows that your skills and experience have synergy with the job description, then we'll hop on a call to get to know you and your experience and discuss the position in more detail. If it's not the right opportunity this time, we'll always let you know.
At Life Fitness / Hammer Strength, we believe in taking care of our team with a comprehensive total rewards package that includes competitive pay and a range of valuable benefits. The salary range for this position, intended for U.S. applicants, is $109,400 - $153,800 annually.The actual salary will vary based on applicant's education, experience, skills, and abilities. The salary range reflected is based on a primary work location of Life Fitness Schaumburg and the actual salary may vary for applicants in a different geographic location.This position is eligible to participate in Life Fitness / Hammer Strength's annual Manager Incentive Plan to receive an annual discretionary bonus in addition to base salary. The amount of bonus varies based on company and individual performance goals and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan.
Life Fitness / Hammer Strength offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time team members, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with 4% employer match; medical, dental and vision insurance, parental, medical and military leaves of absence, paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, paid vacation days beginning at 13 days annually, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, company paid short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance, hospital indemnity; identity protection, legal services, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, employee discounts, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.
Life Fitness / Hammer Strength is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. Life Fitness / Hammer Strength complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding employment, recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
There continues to be a significant increase in phishing attempts across all industries where fraudsters are impersonating real employees and sending fictitious job offers to applicants in a scheme to obtain sensitive information. Please note that Life Fitness/Hammer Strength will never ask for your financial information at any part of the interview process, including the post-offer stage, and will only correspond through "@lifefitness.com" or "@indoorcycling.com" domain email addresses or "lifefitness@myworkday.com" for U.S. opportunities.
Life Fitness/Hammer Strength does not accept applications, inquiries or solicitations from unapproved staffing agencies or vendors.