Electrical and Controls Engineer

An international leader in aviation

Heroux-Devtek, the world’s 3rd largest producer of landing gear, serves the civil and military aerospace markets from production facilities in North America, Europe and United Kingdom. The Company’s longevity, flexibility, and track record for the development and implementation of innovative production systems have distinguished it as a leader in the domain. With its most recent acquisitions, Heroux-Devtek is bolstering its status as one of the foremost landing gear, actuation and hydraulic system designers and manufacturers in the global aerospace industry.

 Information on the division:

Located in Livonia, Michigan, spanning 3 facilities (100,000 sq. ft.) with over 130 employees, Beaver Aerospace & Defense is one of Héroux-Devtek’s centers of excellence for design, development, manufacturing, and assembly of ball screws, actuation systems and other aerospace components.

Our ball screws, ball splines, gears, and electromechanical linear/rotary actuators are custom designed to fit virtually any application with superior performance, quality and precision. In fact, our actuation solutions are installed on some of the most advanced aircraft, missile applications and mission-critical space exploration systems in the world, featuring the latest in motion control technology.

With a strong focus on custom precision manufacturing processes with machining automation and techniques, we aim to remain the best value producer of complex and precision Aerospace & Defense components.

What we offer?

• Leaders who invest in your success, development, and growth
• A culture of true teamwork and pride in our product
• Competitive salaries linked to performance and paid time off
• 9 paid holidays
• A comprehensive group insurance plan including a HSA/FSA options, Dental & Vision
• Coverage for Domestic Partnerships
• Supportive wellness program, including healthcare discounts
• Automatic Life Insurance with supplemental options
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Opportunities for retirement savings with 401k plans including a company match
• Tuition reimbursement for relevant Certifications, Education, & Trainings
• Free access to a virtual doctor and the employee assistance program
• Social activities for all employees (BBQ, Golf, Christmas parties, etc.)
• Generous referral bonuses and advantageous recognition programs
• A motivating work environment and a human management style where you can make a difference

Summary:
The Electrical and Controls Engineer designs, develop and supervises the production of equipment, processes, systems and subsystems that rely on electricity to work.  This position works with hardware and technology such as circuits, software, wiring and electrical components to meet project specifications and project deadlines.  This job description indicates the general nature and level of the work that is expected.  It is not designed to contain a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities.  Other duties may be required.

Main responsibilities:

• Review customer documents and requirements, and translate them into electrical designs
• Build prototypes, test and evaluate subunits, change out components as required
• Analyze design for manufacturability, life cycle of parts, cost / benefit analysis
• Request cost quotations and availability from vendors
• Product testing and release of electrical designs into the engineering system, update design as changes are made and communicate change to customer.
• Write specifications and design criteria based on customer needs
• Constantly review current and new technology to be able to apply the best solutions to customer requirements
• Communicate performance and timing requirements to vendors and enforce standards and delivery requirements
• Utilize technical personnel efficiently in support roles, outline tasks and monitor performance of personnel.
• Manage multiple projects
• Use tracking software to identify and monitor key milestones
• Select and recommend subsystems, components and material. Document selections and reasons behind the selection
• Use computer assisted software to design products and systems

Our ideal candidate:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent
• Five years of electrical engineering experience
• Proficiency using computer based data entry systems such as MS Office, MATLAB, SPICE, C , AutoCad and NC based languages including robotics control.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check
• Certain positions may require an additional physical examination

Work culture and environment:

Are you known as an innovation driver? Are you looking for your next challenge and opportunity to learn & excel in Aerospace? Héroux-Devtek offers you the opportunity to work in a diverse and team-oriented environment where skills development is a top priority. Here, employees are at the heart of the realization of the product, developed through engineering centers, factories, a service unit, and an accessible and agile head office for fast decision-making.

Be part of a motivating top-notch team taking Aerospace to new heights!

Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship

HDI Landing Gear is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, HDI Landing Gear will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.