Overview:

Trotter Controls is seeking a Controls / Systems Engineer to join our dynamic growing company’s team. Trotter Controls is a world class provider of aerial firefighting systems, telemetry systems, turnkey control systems, and automation equipment.

We are a technology driven company with a diverse engineering and manufacturing focus including control systems design and fabrication, mechanical systems, as well as automation equipment. In house manufacturing technologies include 3D printing, laser welding, SMT & through hole electronics, as well as traditional mechanical & electrical fabrication and assembly.

We are looking for a self-motivated and talented addition to our engineering staff. The ideal candidate is a technically proficient team player who can excels in a work environment that includes a mix of new R & D products as well as continuous improvement of our existing products.

This position reports to the Chief Technical Officer (CTO).

Responsibilities:

Help set and maintain the technical direction of internal product development efforts as well as client driven engineering projects
Work with our team to define technical requirements and documents as required
Lead electrical, mechanical and software engineers to achieve technical requirements
Work with other programmers / team members to debug and / or author control system software when needed
Create technical reports to document design analysis, test requirements, etc.
Create operation manuals and other customer facing documents
Create drawings, schematics, etc. to assist design engineers
Assist with or lead test fixture and production process development and mentoring
Assist with or lead systems level design reviews with Engineering group and clients
Maintain design configuration control for assigned products/projects

Qualifications:

Must possess a high level off electrical / aptitude, common sense, and critical thinking skills
Ability to conceptualize and design analog and digital circuits in a team setting
Ability to troubleshoot analog and digital circuits to the component level
Ability to configure software controlled device
Programming experience in C, C++ or other languages is a plus
Embedded controller experience is a plus
BS in Engineering, a MS degree in a technical field is a plus but not required
Demonstrated technical experience is considered in lieu of education
5+ years of experience in a R&D/product development environment is required
A well-rounded command of Mechanical, Electrical and Software Engineering disciplines
Self-driven with a desire to work in a team environment to achieve shared goals
Must be organized, action/results oriented, and able to structure project related tasks as well as team responsibilities
Excellent communication skills; verbal and written
Experience with circuit board layout / 3D CAD systems (SolidWorks) is a plus
Experience with ERP / MRP systems is a plus
Experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus
Ability to grow into a project management role is a plus
Aviation and/or Automation experience is a plus
1 ~ 3 trips per year for system debug or training may or may not be required. Our technical team shares world-wide training and support activities.
If you can’t travel occasionally, please do not apply.
Full Time Position

Benefits:

11 Paid holidays
PTO
Employer-subsidized pre-tax health insurance plan
Other pre-tax, employee-paid insurance options; vision, dental, etc.
SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with employer matching

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $95,332.00 - $110,991.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan

Application Question(s):

Applicant must be at least 18yrs old and able to legally work in the US without sponsorship.

Experience:

R&D / Product Development: 8 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Trotter Controls, Inc.

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