Electrical Design Engineer
Job Description
Electrical Design Engineer
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Design the power electronics and embedded controls that bring elevators home safely when the grid goes dark.
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Reynolds & Reynolds Electronics, Inc. (R&R) has designed and built elevator battery backup systems in Bethlehem, PA since 1989. Our CSA-approved Powervator® line includes traction and hydraulic inverters up to 7kVA, emergency brake release units, and door speed controllers. We sell through elevator contractors and major OEMs.
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We’re hiring a senior Electrical Design Engineer to own products from first schematic to field release, across power hardware and embedded firmware. This is a full-time, onsite role, Monday through Friday.
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What You'll Do
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· Design and modify inverters, power supplies, and battery backup assemblies, with safety and system integration built in from the start
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· Build and test prototypes and prepare designs for CSA certification
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· Turn customer and field feedback into clear product requirements
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· Lead design reviews and troubleshoot issues with manufacturing and field teams
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· Identify upgrade opportunities across the existing product line
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What You Bring
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· Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering, or equivalent experience
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· 10+ years designing electronics, including integration of 480V power system components
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· Bench fluency with oscilloscope, logic analyzer, multimeter, microprocessor emulator
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· Safe high-voltage work practices
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· Experience with CAD tools such as Altium Designer, Mentor Graphics PADS, AutoCAD, or SolidWorks
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· Clear technical writing
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· A structured approach to root cause analysis and corrective action
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· Ability to lift about 45 lbs.
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Bonus Points
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· Masters degree
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· Embedded firmware development
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· Elevator industry experience and knowledge of ASME A17.1/CSA B44
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· Experience with CSA or UL certification and EMC testing
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· Experience converting analog controls to microcontroller-based designs
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Why R&R
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· Competitive pay based on experience
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· Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
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· 401(k) with company match
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· Paid time off, holidays, sick time, and tuition reimbursement
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· Work that matters: Your designs keep people safe!