What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Electronics Research & Development (R&D) Engineer position at Magna-Power Electronics?
Magna-Power Electronics, a Flemington, New Jersey based electronics manufacturer, is seeking an experienced Associate Electronics Research and Development (R&D) Engineer to join its dedicated world class team.
With continued growth and recipient of the 2020 NJ Top Workplace, 2021 Great Places to Work™, and 2022 Hunterdon County Business of the Year awards, Magna-Power competes in a worldwide marketplace and addresses a broad range of applications, including: electric vehicle powertrain development and manufacturing, particle accelerators, semiconductor fabrication, cutting-edge energy research, national defense, among many others.
The Associate Electronics R&D Engineer is responsible for assisting with developing and evaluating new methods, materials, or production processes for products or applications. Given the complex nature of the products, there will be significant hands-on training and interaction with various Magna-Power teams.
The Associate Electronics R&D Engineer is responsible for:
- Collaborating with a team to investigate, research, and/or develop solutions for a problem or project.
- Participating in the research process from problem identification through final testing for products or processes.
- Gathering data, taking samples, and assisting with making observations to understand, improve, and/or develop a product or process.
- Proposing, testing, revising, and implementing processes and/or corrective actions to resolve or meet the problem or need.
- Testing processes using prototype equipment and experimental materials and methods.
- Assisting with interpreting data gathered from test results and making appropriate recommendations.
- Assisting with verifying results for accuracy, significance, and reliability.
- Creating drafts and presenting recommendations and results.
- Following and providing recommendations for improved R&D processes.
- Reading BOMs, schematics and performing associated tasks.
- Performing duties in accordance with company and OSHA safety guidelines.
- Developing an understanding of the company.
The education and experience for this position includes:
- Minimum 2-year electronic technology or related associates degree
- Working knowledge of modern analog and digital electronics and electronic circuits
- Knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices and procedures and experience with digital electronics, circuit functions, basic electronics, electrical wiring, BOMs and schematic reading
- Experience with modern test equipment including signal generators, oscilloscopes, volt meters
- Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities
- Ability to work cooperatively in team environment
- Strong written and verbal skills
In addition to competitive compensation, Magna-Power offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Supplemental insurance
- Flexible spending account (FSA)
- 401k plan with company match
- Accrued paid time off
- Paid sick-time leave
- Tuition reimbursement
Excellent growth opportunities are available for individuals who are willing to learn and develop. Magna-Power Electronics values diversity in the workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Should you require accommodations due to a disability at any time during the hiring and/or assessment process, we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.
Salary : $60 - $70