G&W Electric Co. · 2 weeks ago
Sr. NPD Project Engineer
Bolingbrook, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$94K/yr - $122K/yr
5+ years expG&W Electric Co. is a global leader in engineered electrical power grid solutions. The Sr NPD Project Engineer will support product realization through cross-functional team collaboration and manage portions of the new product design process, ensuring project completion and adherence to specifications.
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Responsibilities
Be responsible for leading portions of the design process, completing assigned tasks, assisting other members of the team, and helping to ensure project completion in accordance with the schedule
Develop schedules, coordinate and manage low complexity projects of with little to no supervision
Prepare budgets and defines resource needs for projects or parts of projects in area of responsibility
Assist with completion of the Product Realization Stage Gate Requirements
Be responsible for ensuring that project meets requirements of specifications and standards, while promoting error-proof assembly
Be responsible for creation of project test plan and completion of inside and outside test programs
Construct and test prototype components or assemblies as required in the development and approval process
Be responsible for reviewing test data and ensuring testing is in line with the test plan and pre-test calculations and meets or exceeds G&W requirements
Perform engineering analysis in design of new products and their subcomponents
Perform formal root cause analysis and troubleshooting on the new and existing products and processes
Prepare written documentation of processes, material requirements, test results and project activity as required
Interface with purchasing and vendors in the selection and approval of component parts and assemblies
Provide Engineering support to Sales/Marketing and Manufacturing on new and existing products and processes
Consult with Customer representatives to discuss product requirements and specifications when design or manufacturing problems are involved
Give direction to supporting personnel such as Engineers, Designers, and Technicians
Follow established procedures for creation and maintenance of CAD databases and libraries
Participate in the review of engineering drawings prior to the release to manufacture. Responsible for final approval of applicable drawings
Ensure that selected parts and processes meet project and company goals for cost efficiency and reliability
Perform other duties as assigned possibly
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
5+ years progressive experience in Engineering design and/or development
Experience working on highly technical and innovative projects with demonstrated ability to be constantly challenged with new problems
3D parametric modeling
Running finite element modeling and check design feasibility within mechanical, thermal and multi-physics environment
Strong technical knowledge required in mechanism design, linkages, springs, statics, dynamics and material properties
Familiarity with various manufacturing methods to include casting, machining, molding, stamping and forming
Familiarity with new product development Stage Gate Process
The ability to write technical documents, like test reports, engineering standards and technical papers
The ability to read and interpret technical standards
The ability to effectively communicate (verbal, written, presentations) across all levels of the organization
Proven experience with Microsoft Office Suite
Experience with DFMEA and DOE required
Experience with GD&T and tolerance stack up analysis
The ability to use small hand and power tools
Preferred
ProE/Creo and Finite Element analysis
A history of creativity, innovation, and initiative. A self-starter driven to learn new methodologies
Experience in medium/high voltage electrical power systems a plus
Experience with trip free, stored energy or actuated mechanism design a plus
Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Short and Long-Term Disability
Life Insurance
Health club membership program and reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement
401 (k)
Annual Profit Sharing
Vacation
Air-conditioned/heated state-of-the-art manufacturing facility
Company
G&W Electric Co.
Since 1905, G&W Electric has helped power the world with innovative power systems solutions and products.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$3MKey Investors
ComEd (Commonwealth Edison)US Department of Energy
2024-04-15Grant· $2.6M
2024-03-11Grant· $0.4M
Leadership Team
Dave Gizewicz
CFO
John Berenc
Retired CFO
Recent News
2026-01-08
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