Power the Future of Vehicle Innovation – Electrical Engineer II

HED is an industry leader specializing in the design, manufacture, and application of innovative vehicle controls, displays, and telematics systems for on- and off-highway vehicle OEMs. Our application development tools, and engineering services enable OEMs flexibility and easy configurability to create customized vehicle control systems.

Are you ready to design the brains behind the machines that move the world? HED is looking for a talented and driven Electrical Engineer II to help develop the next generation of intelligent controllers and displays for commercial vehicles and off-highway equipment.

In this role, you’ll collaborate with a forward-thinking team to craft innovative electrical solutions that elevate vehicle performance, reliability, and user experience. From rugged construction equipment to advanced transportation systems, your designs will make a real-world impact.

You’ll contribute to both cutting-edge product development and the ongoing evolution of our current platforms—balancing creativity with precision to deliver robust, high-performance electronics.

If you're passionate about solving complex challenges and building technology that matters, we’d love to have you on our team. Apply now!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and document electrical schematics for controllers and displays implementing microcontrollers, microprocessors, and application specific I/O.
• Utilize simulation tools to model and analyze circuit behavior, optimizing designs for performance and reliability.
• Collaborate in the layout design of printed circuit boards (PCB), ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices.
• Conduct thorough design validation processes, including lab testing and formal qualification to ensure product reliability and safety.
• Work closely with mechanical and software engineers to integrate electrical components seamlessly into larger systems.  Partner with Manufacturing to ensure designs support cost and manufacturing labor targets.
• Prepare comprehensive technical documentation, including design specifications, user manuals, project reports, and engineering change orders.
• Support sustaining engineering efforts through root-cause analysis of field returns, implementation of corrective actions, and design updates to address component obsolescence.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and advancements in electrical engineering, particularly in automotive applications.

The list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time.

To perform this role successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications

    Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Master’s degree preferred

    Professional Skills:

• Experience with schematic entry and board layout software (e.g., OrCAD, Altium)
• Working knowledge of electrical design principles
• Experience with circuit simulation tools (e.g., SPICE)
• Experience operating and utilizing lab equipment to analyze circuits such as oscilloscopes, function generators, and multimeters.
• Experience working with power electronics a strong plus
• Experience working with wireless communication protocols such as Bluetooth and Wi-Fi are a strong plus
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to troubleshoot electrical systems effectively.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and contribute to project goals.  Takes personal accountability for project performance.
   

    Abilities:

• Ability to communicate technical concepts in both verbal and written form Ability to communicate across the organization to technical and non-technical team members 
• Self-motivated, organized, efficient, process oriented with a strong work ethic. Excellent technical problem- solving skills. Able to effectively present information
• Self-motivated and flexible with an ability to work within a fast-paced environment.
• Able to participate in and influence cross-functional teams.
• Able to think and understand quickly; highly motivated to continue learning.
• Able to estimate engineering hours and resources to assigned project activity.
• Able to manage projects to quality, cost, and delivery targets.

    Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in Electrical Engineering for product types similar to HED.

Physical and Mental Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and/or hear, and/or use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects, tools, or controls.  The employee is occasionally required to stand, and/or walk.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds while moving files or small packages.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Working Environment

Work is performed in an office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Infrequent travel to a customer’s location may be required. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Environment: Work on cutting-edge technology projects.
• Collaborative Culture: Be part of a team that values collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.
• Impactful Work: Contribute to projects that make a difference in the world and in our communities.

Sound Interesting? Apply now!

Email your resume to adankmeyer@hedcontrols.com