Senior Electrical Engineer, Value Engineering - Fortive Corporation

The Senior Electrical Engineer will plan and execute development studies for Value Analysis/Value Engineer (VAVE) projects. The Senior Electrical Engineer plans and conducts design/development engineering assignments generally involving projects of medium magnitude and scope, estimates human resource needs and schedules work to meet completion dates and technical specifications and may coordinate and direct Engineers, Designers and Technicians assigned to projects. This individual will be involved with developing proposals and cost estimates, evaluating progress and results, and recommending major changes in procedures or objectives. They will focus on design/development engineering assignments focused on electrical and electromechanical systems used in medical devices. S/he will also be responsible for identifying areas for cost savings, optimizing product performance, and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.



Responsibilities:



Under limited supervision, general direction, and in accordance with all applicable government laws, regulations and ASP policies, procedures, and guidelines:





+ Understands VAVE/PPV principles.



+ Requires and applies broad knowledge in the electrical design specialty area and good knowledge of principles and practices of related specialties in the development and improvement of new or existing products and associated processes.



+ Plans and conducts design and development engineering assignments involving projects of medium magnitude and scope.



+ Estimates resource needs.



+ Technically supervises or coordinates the work of Engineers and Technicians and others who assist in specific assignments.



+ Delivers electrical designs from concept, to requirements, to design, to verification and validation, and to design transfer.



+ Generates system or subsystem requirements.



+ Generates electrical schematics and multilayer PCB designs.



+ Generates electrical cable/harness designs.



+ Specifies electronic components and power supplies.



+ Evaluates progress and results against goals and objectives.



+ Provides technical training and guidance to key stakeholders.



+ Generates and executes test protocols.



+ Generates written reports.



+ Maintains accurate documentation of concepts, designs, drawings, processes, test methods, data analysis and conclusions or rationales.



+ Performs Failure Analyses and Investigation reports.



+ Creation of multilevel Bills of Materials.



+ Conducts technical assessments and design reviews.



+ Schedules work to meet completion dates and technical specifications.



+ Works independently and in cross-functional teams (both internal and external).



+ Collaborates with Software Development Engineers and various other functions outside of R&D, both internal and external.



+ Provides technical support for outside suppliers, vendors, and/or consultants as required, inclusive of supplier visits and identification / implementation of process improvements.



+ May coordinate testing with outside testing laboratories (NRTL testing, environmental testing, HALT testing, etc)



+ Uses general and complex engineering test equipment.



+ Uses general hand and laboratory tools.



+ Performs experiments or troubleshoots designs in laboratories.



+ Understands electrical safety and ESD.




Our Needs:





+ 5+ years of related engineering experience with BSEE or 3+ years of related engineering experience with MSEE.



+ Experience in VAVE, cost reduction, and product improvement initiatives.



+ Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Visio.



+ Familiar with Microsoft Project.



+ Demonstrated Verbal and written communication skills.



+ Familiar with Project management principles.



+ Understanding and application of ALCOA.



+ Experience in Electrical Safety.



+ Electrostatic Discharge Protection.



+ Familiar with PSPICE, Cadence/Orcad Capture, and PCB Editor.



+ Analog and Digital circuit design.



+ Hands on experience using Digital Multimeters, and mixed signal Oscilloscopes.



+ Knowledge of applicable Safety and Test Standards.




Fortive Corporation Overview



Fortive’s essential technology makes the world stronger, safer, and smarter. We accelerate transformation across a broad range of applications including environmental, health and safety compliance, industrial condition monitoring, next-generation product design, and healthcare safety solutions.




We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in software-powered workflow solutions, data-driven intelligence, AI-powered automation, and other disruptive technologies. We’re a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to groundbreaking sustainability solutions.




We are a diverse team 18,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact.




At Fortive, we believe in you. We believe in your potential—your ability to learn, grow, and make a difference.




At Fortive, we believe in us. We believe in the power of people working together to solve problems no one could solve alone.




At Fortive, we believe in growth. We’re honest about what’s working and what isn’t, and we never stop improving and innovating.




Fortive: For you, for us, for growth.




Ready to move your career forward? Find out more at careers.fortive.com (https://stgfortive.taleo.net/enterprise/careers.fortive.com) .


Come join our team at Advanced Sterilization Products (ASP) and be part of a global leader in infection prevention solutions for the healthcare industry. With advanced products, technologies, and workflows for medical sterilization and disinfection, ASP is dedicated to defending the lives of patients, families, healthcare workers, providers, and communities. Add your talent to our extraordinary team and help us in our mission to make healthcare safer for everyone. ASP is based in Irvine, California with core sites in Everett, Washington and Schaffhausen, Switzerland plus many more offices around the world.





We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer


Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should ask to speak with a Human Resources representative to request an accommodation.



Irvine, CA: The salary range for this position is $91655 - $170085


This position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.



Base pay offered may vary depending on various factors, including, but not limited to: job-related knowledge; skills; experience; and other eligibility factors such as geographic location. The Total Rewards package includes competitive base pay and an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and several programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.