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Hyster-Yale Materials Handling
Electrical & Control Systems Test Engineer
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What they do
An Electrical Controls Engineer designs, develops, and supervises all aspects of electrical control systems, equipment, and machinery. May be responsible for the installation and technical support of PLC based hardware and software.
$111,581 / year median in Oregon
+8% projected growth
Job Description
HY US Portland, OR Full time R8346
- Job Title
- Electrical & Control Systems Test Engineer
- Job Category
- Engineering
- Job Description
- What starts with YOU, moves the world! Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, a world-class manufacturer of industrial lift trucks, has an outstanding opportunity for an exceptional and talented
- Electrical & Control Systems Test Engineer I-II
- based at our Counterbalanced Development Center in
- Portland, Oregon
What you will do:
+ Support day-to-day engineering and validation activities for electrical and controls systems across prototype and development vehicles, including electric vehicle performance, internal combustion vehicle systems, on-board systems, electrical components, vehicle networks, and software validation. + Develop and execute test plans, procedures, and validation activities to confirm vehicle, system, and component performance against design requirements, quality standards, reliability expectations, and customer needs. + Coordinate hands-on testing in lab, vehicle, and development environments, including preparing test setups, supporting instrumentation, troubleshooting issues, and documenting test progress. + Review and analyze test data to identify performance trends, system issues, or opportunities for improvement, then communicate findings through clear verbal updates, written reports, and recommendations. + Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, sourcing, marketing, and aftermarket teams to support product development, resolve technical concerns, and ensure designs are ready for successful release and customer use.Who you are:
+ Curious and innovative thinker who enjoys troubleshooting technical challenges and finding practical, effective solutions. + Clear and professional communicator with the ability to share updates, document findings, and collaborate across teams. + Detail-oriented and committed to quality, accuracy, and consistency in work, documentation, and decision-making. + Sound judgment and decision-making skills, with the ability to evaluate issues and take appropriate action to support product development. + Collaborative, flexible team player who adapts to changing priorities and works effectively with others to resolve issues and move work forward.What you will need:
- Engineer I
- + •Education•: BS in Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering with control system focus.
- Experience
- : A new graduate or limited professional experience.
- Engineer II
- + •Education•: BS in Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering with control system focus.
- Experience
- : 1-2 years of engineering experience and/or 2 internships (e.g., MECOP). Skills, Experience & Abilities
- Engineer I
- + Basic knowledge of electrical components, circuits, control theory, electric motor drives, power electronics, inverters, and battery management systems.
- Engineer II
- - Additional
- + Basic knowledge of vehicle, automotive, or industrial technology, including manufacturing processes, design and testing experience, and standard test practices and procedures.
Who we are:
Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc., designs, engineers, manufactures, sells and services a comprehensive line of lift trucks, aftermarket parts and technology and energy solutions that are transforming the way the world moves materials from Port to Home. As a global leader in the materials handling industry, Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, has been building relationships with our customers, suppliers, dealers and employees for over 100 years. For more information about a career with Hyster-Yale, please visit hyster-yalecareers.com.What we offer:
_Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, offers competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, supportive work environment, hybrid work_ _option_ _, and opportunities for growth and development._ _A full_ _benefits package:
paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, employer-sponsored profit sharing and 401(k)._ \#LI-ER \#LI-ONSITE- Job Type
- Permanent
- Time Type
- Full time
- Work Hours
- 40 •Travel Required•1-10% •Primary Location•HY US Portland, OR •Address•4000 NE Blue Lake Road •Zip Code•97024-8710 •Field-Based•No •Relocation Assistance Available•No •We are an equal opportunity employer with an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and life insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing.
- EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled
- Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- 401(k) Plans
- Employee Stock Options (ESOs)