Project Engineer (Electrical)

Snap-on Incorporated | Kenosha, WI

Posted Date 5/30/2025
Description

Snap-on is seeking an Electrical Project Engineer to develop innovative cordless power tool designs that meet the premium expectations of Snap-on customers.

Responsibilities

Research and Development for cordless power tool batteries and motor controllers. Working in PT Engineering for Cordless Power Tools. The candidate must have a working knowledge of the following;

  • Lithium-ion technology for battery packs
  • Charging circuitry for power electronics
  • Understand and write program software for microprocessors, i.e. C, C+, C++
  • BLDC commutation circuits with electric motors
  • Design, simulation, testing, and troubleshooting of electronic circuits

Qualifications

  • BSEE
  • Minimum of five (5) years product development experience - low voltage, DC, mixed signal, Li-ion battery operated, compact, highly reliable, and/or consumer/industrial grade electronics is a plus
  • Demonstrated skills in the design of batteries, battery management systems, chargers, and power electronics for electric motors
  • Proficient in schematic and PCB design using ECAD software, preferably experience with Altium Designer and Altium 365
  • Skilled in designing, simulating, prototyping, testing, and troubleshooting electrical circuits
  • Understands complimentary technical disciplines such as embedded programming and mechanical engineering
  • Experience working with Marketing/Product Management to determine project requirements and create product specifications
  • Experience coordinating with multiple outside suppliers to develop parts or products
  • Knowledgeable of government, regulatory compliance, and industry standards
  • Proficient in soldering, including SMT soldering and rework
  • Experience with creating and maintaining electrical assembly drawings and PCB fabrication documentation

  • Competencies:The candidate will be expected to;
  • Provide electrical engineering expertise in digital and analog electronics
  • Guide procurement for component and supplier selection
  • Solving problems and being a self-starter
  • Manage projects with a cross-disciplinary team
  • Understand electrical schematics and PCB layouts
  • Develop and oversee test procedures and validate test results
  • Effectively communicate and remain organized
  • Balance multiple projects of varying priority

  • Additional Pluses:
  • Worked with CAD packages, i.e. AutoCAD, Creo, Altium, ANSYS
  • Worked with electrical simulation software, i.e. LTSpice, Multisim, etc.
  • Worked with electric motors, i.e. PMDC, BLDC
  • Worked with control logic for electric motors
  • Experience in the power tools industry
  • Experience with programming languages, i.e. C, C++, Python, etc.This position is both challenging and rewarding for the right candidate as they work to meet the expectations of Snap-on customers.

Snap-on offers a full benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a pension plan, a 401k plan, tool discounts and more!

Snap-on is an Equal Opportunity Employer/minority/female/disabled/veteran.

Type
Full-time
Industry
Advanced Manufacturing

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