Briggs & Stratton

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Performs and leads a variety of very complex engineering duties to design, plan, and oversee the design and development of electric/electronic devices and systems applied to new or existing products . Evaluates progress and results of projects. Recommends changes in design, procedures or objectives as necessary. Job Responsibilities • Designs and troubleshoots electrical/electronic assemblies and systems • Confirms system's and components' capabilities by designing testing methods; testing properties • Adheres to new product development processes as it relates to Concept Analysis, Business Case, product development, pre-production and post-launch steps • Recommends methods of manufacturing during the design of new products, design modifications or process changes based on cost/design studies • Partners with other departments to help drive business decisions • Recommends changes in design, procedures or objectives as necessary. • Develops engineering test standards • Acts as a liaison between other departments as necessary • May perform full range of managerial responsibilities which may include but not be limited to: interviewing, hiring, coaching and developing employees; planning, assigning and directing work; EEO/AA; performance management; department budget • Performs other duties as assigned Job Skills Requirements • Excellent knowledge and use of electrical/electronic control circuits and systems • Excellent understanding of electrical/electronic components and their uses in various power systems • Excellent knowledge of appropriate standards and regulations • Excellent knowledge of of applicable technologies and/or products • Excellent communication skills to explain designs and logic used • Ability to lead a team • Fluent in English and primary language used in area of responsibility and/or location Education Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Related field Experience Requirements • Seven years of professional engineering experience Physical & Environmental Requirements Briggs & Stratton, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, provides innovative products and diverse power solutions to help people get work done. Briggs & Stratton is the world’s largest producer of engines for outdoor power equipment, and is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of lithium-ion battery, standby generator, energy storage system, lawn and garden, turf care and job site products through its Briggs & Stratton®, Vanguard®, Ferris®, Simplicity®, Billy Goat®, Allmand®, SimpliPhi®, Branco® and Victa® brands. Briggs & Stratton products are designed, manufactured, marketed and serviced in more than 100 countries on six continents. Briggs & Stratton is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. The Company conducts all employment practices without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation or any other basis prohibited by law. Briggs & Stratton also undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunity for minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for protected veterans.