Electrical Design Engineer

A career at Kentucky Trailer - regardless of the facility or department - starts with commitment. From the executive leadership team through the ranks, associates commit to an ethic of hard work and a mission to produce the highest quality product in the industry.
Kentucky Trailer, in turn commits to harboring a family-friendly environment where associates can excel. This atmosphere of mutual respect allows the individual to thrive, as evidenced by many associates who have made a lifetime career with the company. Associates work alongside the most talented and knowledgeable people in the trailer industry.
Kentucky Trailer believes in strengthening tomorrow's modern manufacturing leaders. We encourage people of all ages who are wanting to pursue a successful career to contact Kentucky Trailer.
Kentucky Trailer is a Servant Leader Company. We are driven to be the best in the world at design, build and service solutions for specialty trailer, custom transport and mobilized business markets.
Description: This position is responsible for providing support for all engineering department activities in accordance with the business objectives stated in the annual business plan. Direct responsibilities include maintaining and improving current and new product designs, providing engineering support and drawings for production, and managing and improving our electrical certification program.
Responsibilities:

• Assists in developing clear and accurate customer specifications and work orders
• Assesses engineering requirements and translates them into technical blueprints, drawings, and production layouts.
• Collaborates/interfaces with engineering, sales, purchasing, and production floor personnel in continuous improvement of product designs and overall finished product quality.
• Provides support in customer meetings, conference calls and site visits as required.
• Works with sub-contractors to comply with specifications while controlling/reducing their cost
• Support third-party inspections for product shipment and manages the electrical certification program
• Support the implantation of Servant leadership principles by actively participating and leading by example.
• Assist Project Engineers and Continuous Improvement (CI) Engineers with R&D and CI initiatives
• Ability to handle Projects/trailers if the need arises.

Requirements:

• 1+ years of experience in a related field
• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; equivalent work experience required
• Strong technical proficiency and creative skills
• Able to meet strict challenging deadlines while producing a quality product
• Experience in AutoCAD Inventor and SolidWorks (preferred)
• Technical knowledge of working with 480V designs
• Collaborative approach and the ability to support all functional areas required

• Self-motivated and interested in personal & professional growth and continuous learning.
• Knowledge of FGI Guidelines & NEC Codes a plus
• Certified or Willing to be certified in NEC code guidelines is a plus

Throughout our company and in all interactions, Kentucky Trailer Associates choose to be:
Patient, demonstrating self-control
Kind, giving encouragement and appreciation to others
Humble, without arrogance or pretense
Respectful, treating others as important individuals
Selfless, focusing on the needs of others
Forgiving, letting go of resentment when wronged
Honest, free of deception
Committed, honoring the choices we make
Fundamental Irreplaceable Behavior Values:
Interpersonal Skills: Easy to get along with. Treats all people with dignity and respect. Always approachable, never rude. Aware of and sensitive to what other people are feeling. Is at ease with people at all levels. Does not belittle the opinions or work of other people, regardless of their status or position. Deals effectively with a diverse workforce. Demonstrates a high degree of "emotional intelligence." Truly values and genuinely likes people. Treats others as important person. Serves others.
Ethics and Integrity: Admits mistakes in spite of the potential for negative consequences. Presents unpleasant or disagreeable facts in an appropriate manner. Keeps promises; meets goals and deadlines. Avoids situations and associations that could be considered inappropriate. Honest in all dealings. Upholds and models organization's values. Does what you say you will do. Is forgiving when feeling mistreated.
Business Demeanor / Temperament: Displays a positive attitude and optimism about the work to be done, the people he or she works with, customers, management, and company policies. Has a constructive sense of humor. Maintains a calm temperament and pleasant demeanor. Shows self-control. Does not spread gossip or rumors. Acts as a positive influence on others. Is courteous, cooperative, and helpful. Is humble, never boastful, or arrogant.
Accountability: Accepts personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of his/her work. Acknowledges and corrects mistakes. Does not make excuses or blame others for errors or problems. Carries his/her fair share of the workload. Does what he/she commits to doing.
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