Electrical Engineer

DescriptionElectrical Engineer ResponsibilitiesAt Pentair Pool you’ll be working in the Engineering Team and will be responsible for specific Sustaining engineering projects (e.g. quality improvements, adaptations on existing products, VAVE activity, etc) in line with our European Roadmap You will design, implement and verify electronic hardware including power and communication lines for swimming pool products, focusing on Pumps and Electrical motors produced in Pisa You must be able to report progress and milestones relative to the overall development project. Product Improvement / Development: Design and develop solutions and implement plans related to product improvement projects, give input to the Engineering Manager about progress and provisional results, makes proposals / recommendations to adjust the planning if necessary. Supervise completion of all necessary documents (SKU’s, BOM’s, drawings, work instructions, product certifications, …) related to the product, to secure long term operation in the market and our facilities Define the technical specifications (DWG, DVP&R, …) Testing and Validation: execute product testing and validation processes (DVP&R), ensuring products meet design specifications and performance requirements. Process Optimization: Identify opportunities to optimize product, improve efficiency, and reduce costs without compromising quality and performance. Electrical / Mechanical design of product components and subassemblies according to applicable standards, technical requirements manufacturing processes and design guidelines. Identifying and resolving product defects: This includes troubleshooting issues reported by customers, working with other engineers to understand the root cause of problems, and implementing solutions to fix them. Working with other teams: This includes collaborating with manufacturing, marketing, and other Worldwide located teams to ensure that products continue to meet customer needs and industry standards. Regulatory and Compliance: Ensure product designs adhere to all applicable laws and standards and certifications. Qualifications and skills requiredBachelor’s or master’s degree in Electronic or Electrical Engineering or a related field. Professional background in designing electrical system for actuation of motors and motion / force sensing. Proven experience in designing electrical systems for consumer products, preferably Pump / Drive Experience designing complex printed circuit boards (PCB); Knowledge of power electronics, driver for electric motor control, signal amp and sensors acquisition; Experience selecting and integrating off-the-shelf components; Professional use of CAD systems (Altium preferred); Knowledge of SAP is considered a plus Proficiency in 3D-CAD, preferably SolidWorks is considered a plus Knowledge of relevant regulations, standards, and certifications related to electrical engineering in the European market is considered a plus Strong ability to isolate and debug embedded hardware problems; Comfortable with all phases of the product development lifecycle including design, implementation, debug, verification, qualification, and transfer; Strong inter-disciplinary understanding of mechanics, manufacturing, control and software; Good communication and documentation skills, generation of formal design documentation, review, and control; Professional written and spoken English; Willingness to travel Smart Working is possible Located in Pisa Company OverviewAt Pentair, we believe the health of our world depends on reliable access to clean water. We deliver the most comprehensive range of smart, sustainable water solutions to homes, business and industry around the world. Our industry leading and proven portfolio of solutions enables people, business and industry to access clean, safe water, reduce water consumption, and recover and reuse it. We help ensure water is clean when returned to the environment. Whether it’s for fitness and fun, healthier homes, better flood control, safer sky rises, more sustainable ways to farm, or safe drinking water for those who need it most, we won’t stop until the world’s water is managed the best way possible. From approximately 130 locations in 34 countries, Pentair’s 10,000 employees are united in our unwavering belief that the future of water depends on us. Our 2017 revenue was $2.8 billion, and we trade under the ticker symbol PNR. To learn more, visit pentair.com. Pentair Aquatic Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity and InclusionWith our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day. Race, gender, ethnicity, country of origin, age, personal style, sexual orientation, physical ability, religion, life experiences and many more factors contribute to this diversity. We take ongoing action to improve the diversity of our workforce by : Ensuring leadership involvement and ownership Attracting and retaining diverse talent at all levels Fostering a globally aware, inclusive culture Ensuring our practices are fair and non-discriminatory #J-18808-Ljbffr