Electrical Engineer - II

Summary

Forge Nano Inc. is a fast-growing materials company with a focus on manufacturing nano-scale coatings across a wide range of markets. Forge Nano is seeking an Electrical Engineer II to join their Engineering Design and Manufacturing Team. The Electrical Engineer II is responsible for the design, development, integration, and support of electrical systems for semiconductor equipment and related automation platforms. This role contributes to system architecture, supports product development, and collaborates across engineering, manufacturing, and service teams to ensure robust and scalable solutions.

Key Responsibilities

1) Electrical System Design & Development

• Design and develop electrical systems, including power distribution, Industrial control panels, and wiring architecture
• Create and maintain schematics, BOMs, and electrical drawings (e.g., SolidWorks Electrical, AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN)
• Select components such as sensors, motors, drives, PLCs, and safety systems
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards (UL, CE, SEMI where applicable)

2) Control Systems Integration

• Control panels, low-voltage instrumentation, and power electrical distribution design is required. 
• Support PLC and motion control integration (Allen-Bradley, Beckhoff, etc.)
• Interface with software/controls engineers for system functionality and debugging
• Validate I/O mapping and system communication (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, etc.)

3) System Bring-Up & Validation

• Support system commissioning, debug, and validation
• Troubleshoot electrical and system-level issues
• Conduct electrical testing, verification, and failure analysis

4) Product Development Support

• Participate in new product development and sustaining engineering efforts
• Identify design improvements for performance, cost, and reliability
• Support design reviews and risk assessments (FMEA, design validation)

5) Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with:
• Mechanical engineering (integration packaging)
• Process engineering (tool requirements and constraints)
• Manufacturing (build and assembly support)
• Field service (issue resolution and feedback loop)

6) Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate engineering documentation and revision control
• Support generation of technical documentation for installation and service
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 3–6 years of relevant experience in electrical design, controls, or system integration
• Experience with:
• Electrical schematics and panel design
• PLC-based control systems
• Industrial sensors, actuators, and power systems
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills

Work Environment 

This is an on-site role. The employee will be required to wear all appropriate safety equipment including but not limited to eye protection, gloves, steel-toed shoes, lab coat, and around certain equipment, a hard hat. Strict adherence to corporate and/or plant policies, rules and regulations in these areas is required.

Physical Demands 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

The employee occasionally will work near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; employ hands to finger mobility, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. 

Travel 

Up to 15% travel to client locations may be required. 

Why Join Forge Nano? 

• Lead control engineering for cutting-edge semiconductor and nanotechnology tools. 
• Drive global IT/OT and automation initiatives in a fast-scaling company. 
• Work in a collaborative culture with strong technical and leadership growth opportunities. 

Compensation/Benefits 

• $90,000.00 - $105,000.00 Depending on qualifications 
• Medical/dental/vision/disability and life insurance, holidays, generous PTO, FSA, HSA with qualifying medical plan, numerous voluntary benefits and 401(k) with company match. 

Forge Nano is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must not require current or future employment visa sponsorship. The Company is unable to provide sponsorship for employment-based visas.

Pay: $90,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Work Location: In person

Salary : $90,000 - $105,000