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Milwaukee Tool

Industrial power tools and safety solutions

Motor Engineer 2

Design EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeBrookfield, WI, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field is required.
  • At least 2 years of experience in a design-related role is required.
  • Familiarity with basic motor theory for brushless and brushed permanent-magnet direct-current and alternating-current motors, electromagnetic analysis and motor design, motor construction and assembly, motor component design and manufacturing methods, finite element analysis, or computer-aided design is required.
  • Ability to travel 10% of the time domestically and internationally is required.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with local cross-functional, Global Motor Engineering, and Operations teams to create and execute test plans that verify motor performance and thermal limits against project requirements.
  • Develop and apply a platform-based mindset to motor designs to ensure consistent and efficient mass-produced motors and products worldwide.
  • Independently design, prototype, test, and troubleshoot motors for mid- to high-level complexity projects.
  • Work directly with external suppliers to research and investigate new technologies.
  • Support the creation of and drive a roadmap for motor technology.
  • Self-manage projects and track design contributions and testing workflows to ensure adherence to schedules and company processes.
  • Create test plans for motor components and assemblies within the project scope.
  • Use laboratory equipment including oscilloscopes, power supplies, electronic loads, and data acquisition systems.
  • Conduct hands-on power-tool experiments, perform simulations, and analyze data to draw concise, logical conclusions.
  • Perform root-cause failure analysis on motor failures.
  • Communicate progress, barriers, and business risks or opportunities across the organization, including escalation when appropriate.
  • Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and coaching to junior engineers.
  • Work with component suppliers and manufacturers on component selection for existing projects and future product needs.
  • Schedule, develop agendas for, facilitate, and document technical meetings and formal presentations.
  • Maintain knowledge of the company’s development and manufacturing processes to support efficient mass production of power tools.
  • Design and qualify new solutions to applicable regulatory standards, including UL, CEC, CE, and ANSI.

Desired Qualifications

  • A Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
  • Experience with motors in a related industry is preferred.
  • Proficiency with finite element analysis or computer-aided design is preferred.

About the Company

Milwaukee Tool

Industrial power tools and safety solutions

Milwaukee Tool provides professional-grade power and hand tools for trades, emphasizing safety, productivity, and performance. Its products are developed through global R&D to create rugged, trade-specific solutions with features that boost efficiency and keep workers safe on job sites. The company differentiates itself by its deep understanding of professional users, a long history in the trades, and tools that are tested and tailored for on-site use rather than consumer markets. Its goal is to help tradespeople excel at their work while returning home safely each day by continuously delivering reliable tools and services that improve on-site performance.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Brookfield, IL
Founded
1924

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