Title:  Senior Electronic Engineer

About Us:

We are committed to finding smart solutions that enable an intelligent and seamless world. Our success as a world-class leader in technology has evolved from humble beginnings. In 1896, the enterprising father and son team of A.J. and George A. Briggs partnered with S.A. Buffington, a Chicago lawyer, to establish Chicago Telephone Supply Company (later to become CTS).

Today, CTS is a leading designer and manufacturer of sensors, actuators, and electronic components for suppliers and original equipment manufacturers. We have over 20 locations in 12 countries and more than 3,500 employees. Our innovative sensing, connectivity, and motion solutions offer a diverse range of products across diversified end markets including transportation, medical, aerospace and defense, and industrial. We are at the forefront of supporting innovating life-changing technology, focusing on quality to keep people safe, healthy, and happy. 

Position Summary

Reporting to the Electrical Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for providing electrical design expertise for new product development and support for production launch.  Additionally, you will be responsible for electrical design engineering and/or analysis support for certain legacy products currently in production phase.

Key Responsibilities

• Design electronic circuits related to sensor and actuation products for automotive industry.
• Utilize computer-aided design for circuit simulation, schematic and circuit board creation.
• Interface with both internal and external customers to support new and legacy products.  The electrical engineering team supports all of the automotive product lines at CTS.
• Meet department goals and timing for assigned projects.  

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to design small signal, digital, and power electronics.  The candidate should have completed at least three electronic design projects in this area from prior work experience.
• Ability to use ECAD tools for schematic and circuit board design.  Preferred if the candidate has experience with Altium ECAD software.
• In depth, use of Microsoft Office tools and specifically Excel.  Preferred to have knowledge using MathWorks for data analysis too.
• Knowledge of embedded electronic hardware and software controls in the automotive or related industry is desirable.
• Familiarity of the automotive design process is required.
• Familiarity of ISO26262 Functional Safety is desirable.

Required Qualifications

• A bachelor's or higher degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering disciplines.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical engineering design.
• Preferred engineering experience to be within the automotive industry.
• Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer.  Sponsorship is an option.

Join Us

At CTS, one of the ways we recognize the value of our employees is through our comprehensive benefits program.  Highlights of our benefits program for full-time employees include:

• Health Benefits
• 401K
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement

Ready to shape the future? Apply now to join a world leader in sensing and connectivity.

United States EEO Statement

CTS Corporation is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer who complies with all applicable federal, state and local employment laws. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at CTS Corporation will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. It has been and shall continue to be both the official policy and the commitment of CTS Corporation to further equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of, among other characteristics, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.

We fully comply with all applicable Department of Labor and EEOC rules, regulations, guidelines, and orders including but not limited to Executive Order 11246 and 41 C.F.R. §§ 60-1.4, 60-250.5(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). The parties hereby incorporate the requirements of 41 C.F.R. §§ 60-1.4(a)(7), 29 C.F.R. Part 471, Appendix A to Subpart A, 41 C.F.R. § 60-300.5(a) and 41 C.F.R. § 60-741.5(a), if applicable. Except where prohibited by law, all offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a background check and drug screening.

ADA accommodation statement: If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, call Human Resources at 630.577.8811. All other applications must be submitted online.

United States Additional Considerations

It is unlawful in all states where the Company operates, including Massachusetts, to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates applicable laws may be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. The Company does not require a lie detector test as a condition of employment nor continued employment. 

Applicants must have valid work authorization that does not now and/or will not in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.

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