Electrical Product Development Engineer – (Elevators and Escalators Industry Only)

General DescriptionThe Electrical Engineer will serve as a key technical contributor within the PDC-Product Development Centre, driving engineering excellence across elevator products and systems. This role is intended for a high-potential individual contributor who combines strong technical expertise with leadership capabilities and is motivated to progress into future role as Lead/Manager.The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, development, and lifecycle management of Electrical systems and components for elevator products. This role ensures that Electrical solutions are safe, innovative, manufacturable, cost-effective, and aligned with global engineering strategies. The role requires the ability to influence outcomes, drive projects independently, and contribute to the development of engineering capabilities across the organization.Key ResponsibilitiesTechnical LeadershipSupport or lead the design, development, and validation of electrical systems including power distribution, control systems, harnesses, and PCBAsEnsure compliance with applicable safety and industry standards (e.g., UL, IEC, NEC).Drive innovation in electrical design, including adoption of digital tools, automation, and emerging technologies.Product Development SupportOversee new product development and existing product enhancement activities across the full product lifecycle, from concept through production release.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve product performance, safety, quality, serviceability, and cost objectives.Prepare and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, interface definitions, and technical documentation.Evaluate and select electrical components, sensors, drives, safety devices, and control hardware.Define electrical architecture, component specifications, and design requirements.Drive system integration and technical alignment across mechanical, electrical, software, and systems engineering disciplines to deliver robust and compliant products.People LeadershipShow potential to develop into a technical lead through strong collaboration, decision-making, and stakeholder management skills.Promote a culture of innovation, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.Cross-Functional CollaborationCollaborate closely with local and global engineering teams to define requirements, manage interfaces, and enable effective system integration.Collaborate closely with local and global cross functional teams (industrial, supply chain, factories, suppliers, quality) to define requirements, manage interfaces, and enable effective system integration.Partner with global engineering teams to share best practices, continuous improvements and drive standardization.Support supplier qualification and component selection efforts in partnership with sourcing and quality teams.Quality, Safety & ComplianceChampion robust design practices include electrical DFMEA, circuit simulation, prototyping, and testing.Ensure all electrical compliance with relevant elevator standards, regulations, and safety guidelines (e.g., IEC, EN, ASME, ISO, GB).Drive a quality-first culture with emphasis on early issue and corrective/preventive actions.Qualifications and ExperienceEducational BackgroundBachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field (required).Master’s degree or professional certification preferred.Professional Experience3+ years of electrical engineering experience and system knowledge.Experience in new product development within elevators, industrial equipment, automotive or similar industries preferred.Demonstrated success by managing electrical design and delivering complex projects.Skills & CompetenciesStrong technical knowledge of analog/digital circuit design, embedded systems, and power electronics.Familiarity with electrical CAD tools, simulation software, and PLM systems.Comprehension of general electrical engineering concepts requiredExperience in electrical development and system integration.Understanding of system level interfaces definition.Substantial level of understanding of elevator systems and preferred codes is a plusExperience with the use of Electrical development tools (e.g. Eplan tools) is a plus.Knowledge of lab test equipmentKnowledge of engineering tasks and product development processesKnowledge in the calculation and sizing of electrical installations.Experience in conducting load studies, short-circuit calculations, and protection coordination.Experience with hands on technical wiring and assembly of electrical systems enclosures is a plusExperience with problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.Demonstrated leadership in driving process improvements and technical excellence.Ability to work effectively across cultures and geographies.English fluent as this is the main language used in our international environment.Other RequirementsAbility to travel (up to 30%) domestically/Internationally to support development centers, suppliers, and manufacturing facilities.Requires working in lab and test tower, therefore all employees must be willing to adhere to all safety procedures and company safety standards