What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Engineer position at Hansell Tierney?
Our client is an advanced engineering organization developing highly reliable power and control systems for operation in extreme and regulated environments. They are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to support the design, integration, and validation of complex electrical and control systems used in next-generation hardware programs.
Location: Seattle, W
ADuration: 5 month
sBenefits: Three insurance levels, 401k Match, and working for a great company
!Compensation: $64.00 - $70.00 per hour. All experience levels are encouraged to apply
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This blends electrical design, controls development, test system buildout, and real-time troubleshooting. The ideal candidate is comfortable owning hardware end-to-end, from schematic and controls logic through wiring, testing, and debuggin
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Responsibilit
- iesCollaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to design, test, and manufacture electrical subsyst
- emsDesign, implement, and optimize control systems used in both R&D and production environme
- ntsReview and contribute to designs for power distribution, power conversion, battery systems, controls, and data communicati
- onsDesign and build electrical test racks including power supplies, DAQ systems, sensors, communications, and grounding sche
- mesDevelop and maintain LabVIEW-based test and data acquisition syst
- emsSupport environmental and acceptance testing activities (thermal, vibration, EMI/EMC, et
- c.)Troubleshoot electrical and controls issues during test execution and system integrat
- ionProduce and review technical documentation including specifications, interface documents, BOMs, test plans, procedures, and repo
- rtsProvide SME-level support for supplier designs, fabrication activities, and test resu
- ltsPerform other engineering duties as required to support program execut
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Key Qualifications and Sk
illsRequi
- red:Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Master’s preferred) or equivalent experi
- ence7 years of relevant experience (5 years with advanced deg
- ree)Proficiency with electrical schematic, controls, and harness design tools (e.g., LTspice, Altium, SolidWorks Electrical, or simi
- lar)Strong LabVIEW experience, including modular VI architecture, state machines, and event-driven program
- mingHands-on experience with standard lab equipment (oscilloscopes, DMMs, power meters, DAQ hardware, e
- tc.)Demonstrated ability to build and work with hardware, including soldering, wiring harnesses, and test rack asse
- mblyFamiliarity with communication protocols used in ruggedized or aerospace-style environm
- entsUnderstanding of environmental test impacts on electronics (EMI/EMC, vibration, thermal, vacuum, e
- tc.)Experience working under formal quality systems (AS9100, NQA-style programs, ISO, or simi
- lar)Self-directed, able to operate with minimal oversight in fast-moving environm
- entsStrong written and verbal communication sk
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Nice to Have / Differentia
- tors:Experience in aerospace, maritime, energy, defense, or other high-reliability indus
- triesEMI/EMC testing exp
- osureHardware-in-the-loop or automated test sy
- stemsPython or scripting for test autom
- ationExperience supporting external suppliers or test facil
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About Hansell T
ierneyHansell Tierney is one of the premier staffing and recruiting companies in the Pacific Northwest. Launched in 2001, we are a woman-owned business that serves and staffs Northwest organizations by doing things the right way, not just the easiest way. Hansell Tierney partners with candidates and clients to match the best candidates with interesting local opportunities. We navigate every relationship with the highest level of discretion and service while holding ourselves accountable to our promises. Our business thrives on our deep understanding of the job market and our ability to skillfully tailor our recruitment process to meet our clients’ unique
needs.
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Salary : $64 - $70