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Electrical Engineer

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling
Portland, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 4/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/28/2026
Job Title

Electrical Engineer

Job Category

Engineering

Job Description

What starts with YOU, moves the world!

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, a world-class manufacturer of industrial lift trucks, has an outstanding opportunity for an energetic and innovative entry-level Electrical Engineer based at our Counterbalance Development Center (CBDC) in Portland, Oregon.

This position plays an important role in developing lift trucks and implementing robotic technology into current products by creating, modifying, and implementing solutions across multiple platforms.  As a global team-member you will interact with all aspects of the organization; including manufacturing, procurement, and test, to ensure that we deliver quality trucks.

What You Will Do

  • Design and develop electrical systems and components for industrial trucks, ensuring performance, durability, and reliability.
  • Translate vehicle-level requirements into detailed system and component specifications for new and existing products.
  • Test and validate electrical components both in laboratory environments and on actual trucks to ensure quality standards are met.
  • Analyze and resolve issues with electrical systems through root cause investigation and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
  • Document designs and evaluations, supporting manufacturing, marketing, and service departments for efficient product delivery.

Who You Are

  • Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills, enabling you to tackle complex challenges with creativity and persistence.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams and convey technical concepts clearly.
  • Adaptability and openness to learning in a fast-paced, innovative environment, with a proactive approach to continuous improvement.
  • Attention to detail and organizational skills to manage multiple projects and deliver high-quality results.

What You Will Need

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
  • Experience: Recent graduate or possessing limited professional experience

Skills, Experience & Abilities

  • Basic understanding of electrical components, circuits, control theory, electric motor drive theory, power electronics, and battery management systems.
  • Ability to create system diagrams and electrical schematics.
  • Familiarity with automotive and industrial communication protocols, such as J1939 and CAN.
  • Ability and willingness to operate forklift trucks, with training provided if needed.
  • Basic skills in drafting, computer-aided design (CAD), design layouts, engineering analysis, and automotive technology.
  • Awareness of real-time control networks used for vehicle and industrial machinery.
  • Basic knowledge of control system design and architecture, including both hardware and software for embedded systems.

Who We Are

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc., designs, engineers, manufactures, sells and services a comprehensive line of lift trucks, aftermarket parts and technology and energy solutions that are transforming the way the world moves materials from Port to Home. As a global leader in the materials handling industry, Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, has been building relationships with our customers, suppliers, dealers and employees for over 100 years. For more information about a career with Hyster-Yale, please visit hyster-yalecareers.com.

What We Offer

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, offers competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, supportive work environment, hybrid work option, and opportunities for growth and development. A full benefits package: paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, employer-sponsored profit sharing and 401(k).





Job Type

Permanent

Time Type

Full time

Work Hours

40

Travel Required

1-10%

Primary Location

HY US Portland, OR

Address

4000 NE Blue Lake Road

Zip Code

97024-8710

Field-Based

No

Relocation Assistance Available

No

We are an equal opportunity employer with an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and life insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled

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