Dometic Group
Product Designer/Electrical
Dometic Group, Huntsville, Alabama, United States, 35824
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Reports to: Director of Engineering
Number of direct reports: N/A
Travel: 5%
Schedule: Onsite
Internal stakeholders: Product Management, Operations, Sourcing, Quality, Sales, Test Engineering
External stakeholders: Customers (dealers, OEMs), suppliers
Dometic Marine's facility in Huntsville, AL specializes in mobile power solutions and manufactures engine ignition replacement parts, DC charging systems, and battery monitoring systems for boats.
The Electrical Product Designer reports to the Director of Engineering and will focus on product development including design, verification, validation, launch, and support of electromagnetic products and components for Marine AC / DC charging systems, lithium-ion battery integration, connectivity, and mobile power solutions for inboard and outboard leisure craft. You will develop embedded electronic solutions within products to meet cost and functional targets.
Candidate needs to have a focused expertise in electromagnetics with specific experience designing rotors, stators and rectifiers for electric generators, alternators or motors is desired.
Main responsibilities:
Prepare design documentation for new products and components such as PCBA engineering specifications, drawings, and test reportsDesign circuits including schematic capture, component selection, PCB layout, and routing using Altium Designer (or an equivalent electronic CAD program), in accordance with Dometic and ISO 9001 requirements and proceduresParticipate in the full development cycle including requirements analysis, design, development, implementation, validation, documentation, and ongoing supportSupport real-time firmware development team with microcontroller selectionHold design reviews and conduct validation tests (environmental, EMC, HASS / HALT, etc.)Maintain Bill of Materials for electronic assembliesParticipate in "make versus buy" decisions for components and/or assembliesProvide estimates of product cost and development effortParticipate in creating development schedules and then work to these schedulesDevelop project plans, coordinate activities, and report on project statusWork in multi-function new product development teams including program/product management, manufacturing engineering, supply chain management, and productionInteract with customers and suppliers and represent Dometic MarineAssist in applications support and troubleshooting as requiredRequirements
Qualifications and experience:
University or technical Institute degree or qualifications in electrical, computer, electro-mechanical, or a related engineering disciplineMinimum 5 years of industry or relevant electronic design experienceConsumer electronic product design experience and new product development experience, ideally related to automotive and/or safety critical systemsStrong proficiency working with suppliers and consultants on power electronics and batteriesStrong proficiency in Altium Designer or equivalent electronic CAD programKnowledge of microcontroller parameters related to selecting components based on specifications and applicationsFamiliar with PCB manufacturing processes and fabrication capabilities, specifically as it relates to interfacing with external fabrication housesWorking knowledge of communication interfaces such as CAN, SPI, I2C, or RS232Experience with troubleshooting EMC related issues during the certification testing of a productFamiliar with lithium batteries and battery managementFamiliar with power invertors and chargers including AC/DC and DC/DC power conversionKnowledge of industry standards such as SAE, ASTM, ISO, and ISO 9001Familiar with ERP systems to control engineering Bill of MaterialsFamiliar with firmware program languages such as C, C++, and assembly for embedded controllers such as Freescale, NXP, and ARMStrong proficiency with MS Office programs including Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, and PowerPointStrong understanding of hardware/software interface issues and understanding of hardware system designsBehavioral requirements:
Strong problem solving and decision-making abilitiesWell-developed organizational skills with the ability to manage a variety of tasksProfessional demeanor whether in person, via e-mail, or on the telephoneStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work well independently and as part of a team
Dometic overview:
Dometic Group operates in the retail industry and manages the manufacturing, sales, and service of products for the outdoor market. The product range is broad and includes portable coolers, grills, air conditioning systems, tents, batteries, and solar energy solutions for mobile, outdoor lifestyles. The business is a global company and customers include retailers of outdoor products as well as consumers and manufacturers of vehicles and boats. The Dometic Group was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden.
Dometic is passionate about building together an inclusive and equitable working environment, that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that diversity enables us to thrive across our differences. Be yourself and join us!
Dometic is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Dometic evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Full-time
Description
Reports to: Director of Engineering
Number of direct reports: N/A
Travel: 5%
Schedule: Onsite
Internal stakeholders: Product Management, Operations, Sourcing, Quality, Sales, Test Engineering
External stakeholders: Customers (dealers, OEMs), suppliers
Dometic Marine's facility in Huntsville, AL specializes in mobile power solutions and manufactures engine ignition replacement parts, DC charging systems, and battery monitoring systems for boats.
The Electrical Product Designer reports to the Director of Engineering and will focus on product development including design, verification, validation, launch, and support of electromagnetic products and components for Marine AC / DC charging systems, lithium-ion battery integration, connectivity, and mobile power solutions for inboard and outboard leisure craft. You will develop embedded electronic solutions within products to meet cost and functional targets.
Candidate needs to have a focused expertise in electromagnetics with specific experience designing rotors, stators and rectifiers for electric generators, alternators or motors is desired.
Main responsibilities:
Prepare design documentation for new products and components such as PCBA engineering specifications, drawings, and test reportsDesign circuits including schematic capture, component selection, PCB layout, and routing using Altium Designer (or an equivalent electronic CAD program), in accordance with Dometic and ISO 9001 requirements and proceduresParticipate in the full development cycle including requirements analysis, design, development, implementation, validation, documentation, and ongoing supportSupport real-time firmware development team with microcontroller selectionHold design reviews and conduct validation tests (environmental, EMC, HASS / HALT, etc.)Maintain Bill of Materials for electronic assembliesParticipate in "make versus buy" decisions for components and/or assembliesProvide estimates of product cost and development effortParticipate in creating development schedules and then work to these schedulesDevelop project plans, coordinate activities, and report on project statusWork in multi-function new product development teams including program/product management, manufacturing engineering, supply chain management, and productionInteract with customers and suppliers and represent Dometic MarineAssist in applications support and troubleshooting as requiredRequirements
Qualifications and experience:
University or technical Institute degree or qualifications in electrical, computer, electro-mechanical, or a related engineering disciplineMinimum 5 years of industry or relevant electronic design experienceConsumer electronic product design experience and new product development experience, ideally related to automotive and/or safety critical systemsStrong proficiency working with suppliers and consultants on power electronics and batteriesStrong proficiency in Altium Designer or equivalent electronic CAD programKnowledge of microcontroller parameters related to selecting components based on specifications and applicationsFamiliar with PCB manufacturing processes and fabrication capabilities, specifically as it relates to interfacing with external fabrication housesWorking knowledge of communication interfaces such as CAN, SPI, I2C, or RS232Experience with troubleshooting EMC related issues during the certification testing of a productFamiliar with lithium batteries and battery managementFamiliar with power invertors and chargers including AC/DC and DC/DC power conversionKnowledge of industry standards such as SAE, ASTM, ISO, and ISO 9001Familiar with ERP systems to control engineering Bill of MaterialsFamiliar with firmware program languages such as C, C++, and assembly for embedded controllers such as Freescale, NXP, and ARMStrong proficiency with MS Office programs including Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, and PowerPointStrong understanding of hardware/software interface issues and understanding of hardware system designsBehavioral requirements:
Strong problem solving and decision-making abilitiesWell-developed organizational skills with the ability to manage a variety of tasksProfessional demeanor whether in person, via e-mail, or on the telephoneStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work well independently and as part of a team
Dometic overview:
Dometic Group operates in the retail industry and manages the manufacturing, sales, and service of products for the outdoor market. The product range is broad and includes portable coolers, grills, air conditioning systems, tents, batteries, and solar energy solutions for mobile, outdoor lifestyles. The business is a global company and customers include retailers of outdoor products as well as consumers and manufacturers of vehicles and boats. The Dometic Group was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden.
Dometic is passionate about building together an inclusive and equitable working environment, that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that diversity enables us to thrive across our differences. Be yourself and join us!
Dometic is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Dometic evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.