What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Engineer position at Cornell Pump?
We are seeking a hands-on Electrical Engineer with a strong background in controls, embedded software, and PCB hardware design. This role emphasizes troubleshooting, sustaining, and improving existing systems, with a focus on rotating equipment and electromechanical drive systems. The ideal candidate also includes low-level programming skills (e.g., firmware, assembly language) with solid mechanical aptitude and the ability to use CAD tools to support cross-disciplinary problem-solving.
We offer many company benefits:
- 10 paid holidays and PTO starting at two weeks per year
- 401K Plan - 3% employer contribution, and matching based on your contribution thereafter: immediate full vesting
- Two medical plans: a PPO and an HDHP with an HSA
- Dental/Vision coverage
- Pet Insurance
- Company-paid Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
- Two weeks of paid Parental Leave
- Company-Paid Life Insurance & AD&D, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
- Additional Voluntary Life Insurance & AD&D
What You'll Do:
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting for existing electrical, control, and drive systems in the field and in-house
- Diagnose and resolve issues with PCBs, embedded controllers, sensors, and power electronics
- Perform firmware maintenance, debugging, and low-level code updates
- Collaborate with mechanical engineers on rotating equipment performance, integration, and failure analysis
- Perform root cause analysis of field and production issues; recommend design or process improvements
- Perform PCB redesigns, modifications, and sustaining engineering tasks for legacy products
- Generate and maintain accurate documentation, including schematics, BOMs, test procedures, and engineering change orders
- Provide training, guidance, and technical assistance to internal teams, field technicians, and customers
- Use CAD tools (electrical and/or mechanical) to review and update drawings, layouts, and system models
- Coordinate with suppliers and vendors on component obsolescence, replacements, and quality issues
What We're Looking For:
- Proficiency in low-level programming (assembly, microcontrollers, or DSPs)
- Experience with PCB hardware design and troubleshooting (schematics, layout, test, rework)
- Familiarity with rotating equipment (motors, drives, clutches, pumps, or similar)
- Working knowledge of CAD tools (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks).
- Hands-on experience with oscilloscopes, analyzers, and diagnostic instrumentation.
- Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (Ethernet, Modbus, RS-485, SPI)
- Experience with PLC programming or higher-level embedded development.
- Familiarity with thermal management, vibration analysis, and reliability testing in rotating systems.
- Exposure to product lifecycle management (PLM) and ERP systems.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (preferred) or Technical degree or related field (or equivalent technical training/experience).
- 3 years minimum related experience in controls engineering, with exposure to support/sustaining roles.
- Experience with ERP software similar to Epicor or SAP.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to interpret mechanical drawings.
- Ability to travel occasionally to support field service teams or customer sites.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills; able to explain technical issues to non-specialists.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- EEO/AA/M/F/Vet/Disability
- Employee Polygraph Protection Act
- Family and Medical Leave Act
