Demo

Electrical Design Engineer

Braun Industries and Careers
Van Wert, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 1/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/28/2026
DEPARTMENT:
ENGINEERING

ROLE PROFILE & PAY GRADE:

NON-EXEMPT, X

LOCATION:

VAN WERT, OHIO

DEPARTMENT:
ENGINEERING

ROLE PROFILE & PAY GRADE:

NON-EXEMPT, X

LOCATION:

VAN WERT, OHIO

Summary of Responsibilities

Conceptualize, design and engineer 12v DC and 125v AC based electrical systems for use in mobile applications. Develop comprehensive multiplexed electrical systems through the utilization of computer programming and electrical schematic drafting software. Properly integrate electrical systems across multiple chassis platforms. Design new electrical harnesses for manufacturability, installation, and cost objectives. Research and develop new technologies and systems to provide reliable and innovative solutions in a mobile application. Develop and lead the design and installation of complex mobile communication systems including telemetry, GPS, cellular data modems, UHF and VHF radio systems. Review methods, document processes, develop prints and update changes for use by production and customer service personnel for proper installation and vehicle maintenance. Review vehicle work orders, create and generate all updated electrical schematic packages and create bill of materials necessary for manufacturing to the customer’s specifications in a timely manner. Provide training to production personnel, service technicians and customers both on and off-site.

Summary of Activities

Responsibilities
Activities

Create electrical schematics and BOMs for each vehicle work order; production and remount.
Read and interpret vehicle sales order to translate into electrical schematic and BOM.

Create and/or update electrical schematics and BOMs for options and products
Gather technical data to specify proper integration of product into truck design

Provide support for Long Lead components for BOM and Supply Chain Management
Read and interpret vehicle sales order to translate into part numbers with long lead times

Provide electrical support for research and development initiatives
New production integration into truck designs

Document proper electrical installation processes and methods
Update or create Braun process documentation as needed

Design multiplexed electrical systems
Read and interpret vehicle sales order to translate into multiplex software configuration.

Research and design for new chassis model year changes and proper module to chassis electrical integration
Gather technical data from OEM chassis manufacturers to specify proper integration of product into truck design

Provide training to alternate personnel on program downloads to nodes and vistas
Ad hoc training to manufacturing electrical analysts.

Interact with and provide multiple chassis manufactures with the needs and recommendations of chassis electrical systems incorporation
Find solutions for customer requests of unique/new features that interact with chassis electrical systems

Provide on the off-site hands-n training in a class atmosphere on correct electrical applications, processes and procedures
Support yearly dealer training hosted by Customer Care Organization

Participate or lead product improvement teams
Support or lead various continuous improvement projects

Assist production personnel with troubleshooting issues
Utilize troubleshooting techniques to root cause and correct issues.

Develop operator manuals and training guides
Customer Care Organization as lead, support creation of documentation as needed.

Provide technical support and engineering for services and warranty needs
Provide design engineering support for Customer Care work orders or field questions.

Technical Skills/Competencies (Technical Knowledge, Education and Experience)


  • Associates Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent working experience
  • Strong knowledge and three years of working experience with electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and electrical tools
  • Two years of electrical CAD drawing experience
  • Sound knowledge of electrical theory and design criteria

Personality Traits / Core Skills


  • Good communication and organizational skills

Essential Functions/Physical Requirements

  • Complete all work as detailed in the summary of responsibilities of this position profile at acceptable productivity and quality levels
  • Demonstrate all technical skills/competencies and core skills as referenced in this job specification at acceptable productivity and quality levels
  • Demonstrate reasonable and reliable attendance
  • Maintain any required licensures and/or certifications
  • Operate all job-related equipment or machines at acceptable productivity and quality levels
  • Successfully pass a post offer drug test, as well as random, reasonable suspicion and post-accident drug and alcohol test thereafter
  • Ability to lift and move up to 100 pounds with assistance, regularly require to walk, talk and hear, reach with hands and arms, stand, crouch and kneel; frequently required to use hand to finger dexterity in order to handle objects, tools, and/or controls; occasionally required to stoop or crawl

Salary.com Estimation for Electrical Design Engineer in Van Wert, OH
$84,770 to $99,443
If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Electrical Design Engineer?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Electrical Design Engineer career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$90,267 - $107,792
Income Estimation: 
$125,799 - $152,617
Income Estimation: 
$110,220 - $132,692
Income Estimation: 
$111,195 - $140,107
Income Estimation: 
$126,558 - $144,904
Income Estimation: 
$90,267 - $107,792
Income Estimation: 
$125,799 - $152,617
Income Estimation: 
$110,220 - $132,692
Income Estimation: 
$111,195 - $140,107
Income Estimation: 
$126,558 - $144,904
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Braun Industries and Careers

  • Braun Industries and Careers Van Wert, OH
  • DEPARTMENT: ASSEMBLY ROLE PROFILE & PAY GRADE: NON-EXEMPT, V LOCATION: VAN WERT, OHIO DEPARTMENT: ASSEMBLY ROLE PROFILE & PAY GRADE: NON-EXEMPT, V LOCATION... more
  • 13 Days Ago

  • Braun Industries and Careers Van Wert, OH
  • DEPARTMENT: STRUCTURAL (WELD) ROLE PROFILE & PAY GRADE: NON-EXEMPT, VIII LOCATION: VAN WERT, OHIO DEPARTMENT: STRUCTURAL (WELD) ROLE PROFILE & PAY GRADE: N... more
  • 13 Days Ago

  • Braun Industries and Careers Van Wert, OH
  • DEPARTMENT: COATINGS (BODYWORK) ROLE PROFILE & PAY GRADE: NON-EXEMPT, VII LOCATION: VAN WERT, OHIO DEPARTMENT: COATINGS (BODYWORK) ROLE PROFILE & PAY GRADE... more
  • 13 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Electrical Design Engineer jobs in the Van Wert, OH area that may be a better fit.

  • Actalent Anna, OH
  • Job Title: Design Engineer Job Description We are seeking a skilled and innovative Design Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will utilize their... more
  • 1 Month Ago

  • Alliance Automation, LLC Van Wert, OH
  • Alliance Automation began operations in August 2008, seizing an opportunity to provide automation solutions to underserved industries. Our innovative think... more
  • 17 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!