Electrical Engineer II

Requisition ID : 45493

Job Location(s) : Loves Park, IL, US

Employment Type : Full Time

Segment :

Danfoss Power Electronics and Drives Seg

Job Function :

R&D, Technology and Engineering

Work Location Type : On-site

The Impact You'll Make

At Danfoss, were engineering a more sustainable futureand you can be part of it. As an Electrical Engineer on our Drives Product Engineering team, your work will directly support industries in reducing energy usage and maximizing efficiency through smarter power electronics. This is your chance to help shape products that make a real-world difference in decarbonization.

In this role, youll join a highly skilled, cross-functional engineering team focused on improving and adapting variable frequency drive technologies. Whether its resolving product challenges, enhancing performance, or preparing for the next generation of drive innovations, youll be a key contributor to our global success.

Based in Loves Park, IL, and working closely with global partners, youll take part in projects that matterwhile gaining hands-on experience with cutting-edge tools, technologies, and sustainable engineering practices. If youre energized by purposeful work and practical problem solving, this is the opportunity for you.

What Youll Be Doing

Improve and adapt existing drive products by contributing to design, development, and quality enhancement projects.

Plan and execute product testing for engineering validation, compliance (UL, IEC), and performance improvement.

Collaborate across teams to troubleshoot design-related issues on the production line and support corrective actions.

Participate in cost-down initiatives, including technical feasibility, spec updates, and testing activities.

Support root cause analysis for field issues and work on data-driven engineering improvements.

What We're Looking For

Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering (B.S.); advanced coursework in power electronics is a plus.

35 years of experience in product design, development, or engineering researchideally with drives or power conversion systems.

Solid understanding of at least two of the following : IGBT / power semiconductors, power topologies, analog / control electronics, magnetics / filters.

Hands-on lab experience with test equipment (oscilloscopes, meters, power supplies) and experimental setups.

Familiarity with CAE tools like Matlab, MathCad, PSpice, and Microsoft Office.

Ability to read engineering drawings and effectively communicate technical information in English.

What You'll Get from Us

We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.

Youll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.

We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.

Youll receive benefits like annual bonus, paid vacation, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but theyre worth asking aboutwe think theyre pretty great

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $85,000- $110,000 + bonus + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including role-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If this role excites you, wed love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.

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