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Forterra · 4 hours ago

Electrical Engineer

Clarksburg, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$90K/yr - $130K/yr

2+ years exp

Forterra is a leading provider of autonomous systems for ground-based movement in the working world. They are seeking a detail-oriented Electrical Engineer to design and develop electrical systems for various projects, collaborating with engineers and project managers to create innovative designs that meet industry standards.

Defense & Space

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Design, build, route, and test cable assemblies and related electronic components

Calculate power/load requirements and specify circuit protection, cable connectors, wire sizes, and other electrical components for cable harnesses and associated devices

Research and determine interface requirements for integrating various electrical components

Develop cable harness schematics and parts list documentation

Submit purchase requests for necessary parts and materials

Collaborate with equipment suppliers to gather essential design information

Coordinate design efforts with other engineering disciplines

Provide guidance and direction to technicians as needed

Integrate electronic components on various vehicle platforms and troubleshoot issues that may arise

Qualification

Electrical EngineeringCAD software proficiencyElectrical design experienceCommunication protocolsCable harness designElectrical testing equipmentTeam collaborationProblem-solvingAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Design, or a related field

2+ Years of experience in Electrical Engineering or equivalent field

Proficiency in CAD software (Altium, AutoCAD, Revit, EPLAN, etc.) and electrical design tools

Experience in electrical design in production or R&D, preferably with a focus on autonomy or automotive

Experience with various communication protocols such as serial, digital, fiber, Ethernet, and CAN bus

Comfortable working with multiple vehicle platforms, including military vehicles, trucks, and buses

Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics and component datasheets

Ability to design electrical interfaces for computers and sensors

Familiarity with electrical testing equipment, including multimeters, power supplies, load banks, signal generators, and oscilloscopes

Preferred

Experience designing and documenting cable harness assemblies to military and/or industrial specs

Experience with aviation or military-style vehicles and electronic systems

Proficiency in designing and utilizing military-style circular connectors

Knowledge of EMI/EMC mitigation techniques in electronic design

Hands-on experience designing low-voltage DC power and distribution systems (e.g., 12V, 24V, 48V)

Benefits

Premium Healthcare Benefits: Three plan options, including an HSA-eligible plan, with Forterra covering 80% of the plan premium for you and your dependents.

Basic Life/AD&D, short and long-term disability insurance plans 100% covered by Forterra, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.

Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a winter break in December.

Competitive paid time off (PTO) offering 20 days accrued per year.

A minimum of 7 weeks fully paid parental leave for birth/adoption.

$9k annual tuition reimbursement or professional development stipend.

Fully stocked beverage refrigerators with all the Celsius your little heart desires.

401(k) retirement savings plan, including traditional, Roth 401(k), and after-tax deferral with company match up to 4%.