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Electrical Engineer

CTS Corporation and Careers
Elkhart, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 3/3/2026 CLOSED ON 3/18/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Engineer position at CTS Corporation and Careers?

About Us:

We are committed to finding smart solutions that enable an intelligent and seamless world. Our success as a world-class leader in technology has evolved from humble beginnings. In 1896, the enterprising father and son team of A.J. and George A. Briggs partnered with S.A. Buffington, a Chicago lawyer, to establish Chicago Telephone Supply Company (later to become CTS).

Today, CTS is a leading designer and manufacturer of sensors, actuators, and electronic components for suppliers and original equipment manufacturers. We have over 20 locations in 12 countries and more than 3,500 employees. Our innovative sensing, connectivity, and motion solutions offer a diverse range of products across diversified end markets including transportation, medical, aerospace and defense, and industrial. We are at the forefront of supporting innovating life-changing technology, focusing on quality to keep people safe, healthy, and happy.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Electrical Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for providing electrical design expertise for new product development and support for production launch. Additionally, you will be responsible for electrical design engineering and/or analysis support for certain legacy products currently in production phase.

Key Responsibilities

· Design electronic circuits related to sensor and actuation products for automotive industry.

· Utilize computer-aided design for circuit simulation, schematic and circuit board creation.

· Interface with both internal and external customers to support new and legacy products. The electrical engineering team supports all of the automotive product lines at CTS.

· Meet department goals and timing for assigned projects.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

· Ability to design small signal, digital, and power electronics. The candidate should have completed an electronic design project in this area from prior work experience.

· Ability to use ECAD tools for schematic and circuit board design. Preferred if the candidate has experience with Altium ECAD software.

· In depth, use of Microsoft Office tools and specifically Excel. Preferred to have knowledge using MathWorks for data analysis too.

· Knowledge of embedded electronic hardware and software controls in the automotive or related industry is desirable.

· Familiarity of the automotive design process is required.

· Familiarity of ISO26262 Functional Safety is desirable.

Required Qualifications

· A bachelor's or higher degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering disciplines.

· Minimum 5 years of experience in an engineering role.

· Preferred engineering experience to be within the automotive industry.

Join Us

At CTS, one of the ways we recognize the value of our employees is through our comprehensive benefits program. Highlights of our benefits program for full-time employees include:

· Health Benefits

· 401K

· Paid Time Off

· Holiday Pay

· Employee Assistance Program

· Paid Parental Leave

· Pet Insurance

· Tuition Reimbursement

Ready to shape the future? Apply now to join a world leader in sensing and connectivity.

United States EEO Statement

CTS Corporation (the “Company”) is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer who complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at the Company will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. It has been and shall continue to be both the official policy and the commitment of the Company to further equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of, among other characteristics, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.

ADA accommodation statement: If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, call Human Resources at 630-577-8811. All other applications must be submitted online.

United States Additional Considerations

It is unlawful in all states where the Company operates, including Massachusetts, to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates applicable laws may be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. The Company does not require a lie detector test as a condition of employment nor continued employment.

Applicants must have valid work authorization that does not now and/or will not in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.

No agencies, please. We do not accept any unsolicited resumes and are not looking to engage an agency. We receive inquiries from agencies daily. Do not direct any inquiries or emails to hiring managers. It is not our standard practice to utilize agencies; we are a federal contractor and need to comply with the same process for all.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $76,400.00 - $115,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Education:

  • Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

  • engineering: 4 years (Required)
  • automotive: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

  • Elkhart, IN 46514 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $76,400 - $115,000

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