Electrical Design Engineer

Electrical Design Engineer – Harrison, OH

Ever wanted to see your electrical designs and control systems come to life in advanced industrial machinery? At Cincinnati Incorporated, you’ll have the opportunity to design, develop, and improve the electrical and electronic technologies that power our equipment. If you enjoy solving complex technical challenges, exploring new technologies, and turning innovative ideas into practical solutions, this role puts you at the center of engineering what’s next.

Cincinnati Incorporated is seeking an enthusiastic, creative Electrical Design Engineer to develop and maintain machine control systems, design electrical schematics, work with motion controls and firmware, and identify opportunities to improve product performance, reliability, and cost. You’ll collaborate closely with engineering, manufacturing, and service teams to troubleshoot challenges, support production, and bring new ideas to life. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer with 1 - 2 years of industrial controls experience who is ready to expand their skills and make a meaningful impact on the products we build.

We proudly support veterans and military families and strongly encourage U.S. military veterans to apply. The technical aptitude, problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and commitment to teamwork developed through military service can translate exceptionally well into this role and are highly valued at our organization.

About Cincinnati Incorporated:

Cincinnati Incorporated (CI) has been manufacturing industrial machinery since the late 1890s and remains a respected name in the fabrication industry. Our success is built on a culture of integrity, craftsmanship, innovation, and hard work. We take pride in our people and offer a competitive, comprehensive benefits package designed to support you both professionally and personally.

Position Summary and Purpose:

Develop, design, and maintain the electrical and electronic control systems used in Cincinnati Incorporated’s industrial machinery. This role focuses on electrical design, motion control, firmware development, component selection, machine safety, and continuous product improvement while providing technical support to manufacturing and service teams.

Duties and Responsibilities:

ESSENTIAL:

• Design clear, accurate electrical schematics and wiring diagrams for release to manufacturing.
• Develop and maintain bills of materials for new products, incorporating lean manufacturing principles.
• Review electrical designs for compliance with NFPA, NEC, ANSI, UL, and other applicable standards.
• Design electronic modules and control systems for industrial machine tools.
• Develop, debug, and maintain control firmware.
• Identify solutions for component obsolescence and recommend suitable replacements.
• Research emerging technologies for potential integration into CI products.
• Specify and select industrial PC hardware, software, and related control components.
• Evaluate component pricing and identify cost-reduction opportunities without compromising quality or reliability.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing and field service teams.
• Apply design for reliability, design for manufacturability, machine safety, and risk assessment principles.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to troubleshoot electrical issues and improve product performance.

REQUIRED:

• 1–2 years of industrial controls engineering experience.
• Knowledge of motion control systems, servo drives, and industrial control technologies.
• Ability to develop digital and analog electronic designs.
• Understanding of PC hardware, operating systems, and industrial computing components.
• Experience or familiarity with machine safety, risk assessment, and redundant safety systems.

• Knowledge of design for reliability and design for manufacturability techniques

• Knowledge of electromagnetic interference (EMI), radio-frequency interference (RFI), and suppression techniques.
• Working knowledge of UL requirements and applicable electrical codes and standards.
• Ability to interpret and create electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Creative, energetic, and enthusiastic approach to engineering and problem-solving.

Preferred Skills:

• AutoCAD and electrical schematic design.
• Circuit and PCB design.
• PLC programming, control system design, Sequential Function Chart (SFC) development and servo drive configuration and integration.
• Microcontrollers, analog and digital electronics.
• Power distribution and electrical system design.
• SolidWorks and technical documentation.
• Electrical codes and standards, troubleshooting, fault diagnosis, and failure analysis.
• Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC).
• Strong understanding of safety regulations.
• Project management, research, and cost estimation.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and collaboration skills.

Core competencies:

• Continuous Respect for People
• Uncompromising Integrity
• Focus on Customers
• Relentless Attention to Quality

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

This position requires frequent standing, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, and climbing of ladders. Must be able to use a hand to finger, handle, or feel objects and tools; must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. frequently. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

The noise level in the work environment can be loud occasionally. Some travel may be required.

EEO Vets/Disabled

This role does not offer sponsorship employment benefits. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Benefits Include:

Paid training
Paid vacations
Paid holidays and personal days
Medical insurance (including HSA)
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Accident insurance
Life insurance (AD&D)
Disability insurance
Generous 401(k) employer match
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program
Parental leave