Intermediate Project Engineer - Power Electronics

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the Intermediate Project Engineer – Power Electronics is responsible to coordinate and monitor the design, development, and testing of switch-mode power conversion equipment . This role will manage a wide variety of projects and electrical design activities of varying scope and scale, including schedule development and maintenance, generation of EAC, ETC and other program metrics, milestone creation and tracking, and subcontract documentation deliverable management.

As an Intermediate Project Engineer – Power Electronics, your main responsibilities will include (but not limited to):

• Work with the Engineering Manager to determine resource requirements based on project status
• Review customer specifications and requirements and work with the engineering team to develop designs to best support them, including cost as a key design variable
• Assist in the creation and management of ILS requirements, including technical manuals and other supporting documentation
• Provide budget, cost, and schedule input for design assignments, including EAC, ETC, milestone reports and schedule performance
• Interact with technical management, other professionals, technicians, and support personnel to coordinate, recommend, and confer regarding technical activities and progress
• Ensure design compliance with all project requirements
• Participate in the preparation of more complex and significant proposals
• Provide programmatic assistance and direction for electrical design activities
• Project management of a wide variety of electrical design activities of varying scope and scale
• Communicate clearly (written and oral) with manufacturing, supply chain, and the customer as required

What you require to be successful in the role:

• Strong problem-solving, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong electrical aptitude
• Possession of a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or similar or equivalent work experience
• Familiarity with the application of military and commercial standards to electrical designs is preferred
• Recent experience using MS Project, MS Access would be desirable
• Excellent time management skills and is able to set and achieve goals and objectives
• PMP or equivalent designation is desired
• Minimum of five (5) years of project management experience
• Excellent technical writing, planning, and project management skills
• Advanced knowledge of project management tools and software, including Microsoft Office Suite
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience with electrical design in a light manufacturing environment

Benefits Of Working With DRS

• Health, dental, and vision coverage available on first day of hire at no cost to the employee with access to virtual healthcare
• Flexible work hours and a compressed work week to promote a healthy work/life balance
• A motivating team-based environment where your achievements matter
• Vacation, personal days, sick leave, and additional company paid days off
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan with matching company contributions with access to complimentary financial planning
• An opportunity to participate in the design and development of DRS PPI’s next generation of power conversion equipment, using leading edge technology
• An exceptional mental health benefit
• Maternity and Parental leave top-up
• Reimbursement for professional development initiatives and memberships plus access to free online learning resources
• Industry leading wellness program including:
• Competitive compensation including:
• Access to Employee and Family Assistance Program

About DRS Pivotal Power

DRS Pivotal Power Inc., a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, is a leader in the development and manufacture of high reliability power conversion equipment for mission critical military applications. DRS Pivotal Power is growing, and is seeking new talent to bring leading edge power solutions to its customers around the world. DRS Pivotal Power is part of the Leonardo DRS Naval Electronics Group.

All applicants must fulfill requirements for Canadian security clearance.

Applicants requiring a disability related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process are to advise Human Resources. DRS Pivotal Power Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

Applicants may apply to this position online at www.leonardodrs.com careers.

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