About the Role
The Electrical Engineer assumes engineering responsibility for specific design and development phases of induction motors, including design, verification, implementation, validation, and production support.
Working under the guidance and direction of more senior engineers, this position contributes to product design, technical analysis, product improvement, new product development, manufacturing support, and customer technical support. The role also provides opportunities to develop expertise across multiple product families and engineering disciplines.
Key Responsibilities
Product Design & Engineering
Conduct product design and development in accordance with established design guidelines and engineering tools, including CAD programs.
Perform calculations and technical analyses using: Closed-form methods
Computer applications
Simulation tools
Develop calculation tools for specific engineering problems.
Review drawings, schematics, bills of material, and other documentation required to manufacture, test, install, and commission products.
Build technical proficiency and knowledge across more than one product family, engineering discipline, and related application.
Create and enhance specific design guidelines by applying engineering experience and technical knowledge.
Prepare engineering reports addressing topics and issues involving various products and technical fields, including reports that may be distributed externally.
Technical & Customer Support
Support the Sales department by providing technical input for negotiations involving standard products.
Provide technical assistance to other departments and customers in accordance with established design guidelines.
Respond to technical questions and help resolve product and engineering-related issues.
Communicate technical information effectively with customers, internal teams, and other stakeholders.
New Product Development
Assist with the development of new products by: Providing input on product specifications
Designing prototypes
Developing validation tests
Preparing supporting technical documentation
Provide engineering input into project feasibility and cost analysis.
Provide input regarding the time and resources required to complete multiple project tasks.
Support the development of project schedules and execute assigned tasks according to established orders and schedules.
Project Execution & Engineering Support
Strive for 100% on-time completion of assigned engineering tasks.
Monitor the execution of specific tasks assigned to more junior team members.
Provide timely updates and reports on project status.
Review the work of designers and engineers with less experience.
Review products for compliance with company standards and customer requirements.
Provide technical input to non-conformance dispositions and corrective actions based on established design guidelines.
Product & Process Improvement
Participate in initiatives focused on: Product improvement
Productivity improvement
Standardization
Cost reduction
Cycle-time reduction
Lead selected improvement initiatives.
Provide technical input based on established engineering guidelines when addressing non-conformances and corrective actions.
Contribute to technical papers and invention disclosures.
Compliance & Company Standards
Comply with all company policies, including: ISO 9001 Standards
Affirmative Action Plan
Safety procedures
Drug-free workplace requirements
Maintain regular attendance.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
This position requires daily interaction with all levels of TECO-Westinghouse and customers, including:
Engineering
Marketing
Factory Operations
Supply Chain
Service
Accounting
Customers
Other internal technical and business teams
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from a four-year college or university.
3–5 years of related engineering work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience with medium- and high-voltage equipment (2.4–13.8 kV) preferred.
3–5 years of experience using relevant: CAD software
PDM software
Simulation software
3–5 years of experience applying relevant industry standards, including: NEMA
IEEE
IEC
Required Skills & Abilities
Ability to read and interpret: Safety rules
Industry standards
Operating and maintenance instructions
White papers
Procedure manuals
Ability to prepare technical reports and professional correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers and employees.
Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to: Define problems
Collect data
Establish facts
Draw valid conclusions
Interpret technical instructions presented in mathematical or diagram form
Ability to work with both abstract and concrete variables.
Working knowledge of statistical tools.
Demonstrated drive to learn new skills and acquire technical knowledge.
Ability to apply technical knowledge to practical engineering situations.
Bias for action and ability to move projects forward.
Technical Communication & Language Skills
Ability to:
Read, analyze, and interpret manufacturing drawings, repair specifications, test results, and technical journals.
Respond effectively to inquiries from customers, regulatory agencies, and members of the business community.
Communicate effectively with: Top management
Customers
Trade associations
Other public and professional groups
Mathematical Skills
The position requires the ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts, including:
Exponents
Logarithms
Quadratic equations
Algebra
Calculus
Differential equations
The position also requires the ability to apply mathematical operations to engineering and analytical tasks such as:
Frequency distributions
Test reliability and validity
Analysis of variance
Correlation techniques
Sampling theory
Factor analysis
Reasoning & Problem-Solving
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to instructions provided in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to identify solutions to problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Ability to analyze technical information and apply engineering judgment to assigned projects.
Work Style & Supervision
Works under general supervision.
Must be a self-starter capable of taking ownership of assigned projects.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Expected to work independently while seeking guidance from more senior engineers when appropriate.
May monitor specific tasks assigned to less-experienced team members and review their work.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
The employee is regularly required to:
Stand and walk
Use hands to finger, handle, or feel
Reach with hands and arms
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Talk and hear
Taste or smell
The employee is frequently required to:
Climb
Balance
The employee is occasionally required to:
Sit
Lift and/or move up to 20 pounds
Specific vision requirements include:
Close vision
Distance vision
Color vision
Peripheral vision
Depth perception
Ability to adjust focus
Work Environment
The position is performed in a manufacturing and engineering environment where the employee may be:
Regularly exposed to vibration
Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and risk of electrical shock
Occasionally exposed to: Wet and/or humid conditions
High or precarious places
Fumes or airborne particles
Outside weather conditions
Extreme cold
Extreme heat
The noise level in the work environment is usually high.
Why Join TECO-Westinghouse?
This role provides an opportunity to develop specialized engineering expertise in induction motor design and development while working across product design, testing, manufacturing, customer support, and continuous improvement. The position offers exposure to multiple product families and engineering disciplines while contributing to new product development and improvements to existing products.
Equal Employment Opportunity
TECO-Westinghouse Motor Company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a workplace built on professionalism, teamwork, safety, and respect.