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Electrical Controls Engineer
Job description
We are seeking a highly motivated Electrical Controls Engineer to join our engineering team focused on the design and implementation of advanced control systems for recreational vehicles. This role blends electrical engineering expertise with controls engineering, emphasizing user interface integration and multiplexing technologies to enhance the functionality and user experience of modern RVs.
A Little About Us: Operating since 1968, Newmar Corporation has been helping customers explore the outdoor lifestyle, enabling extraordinary mobile experiences as they travel, live, work, and play. Newmar has been synonymous in the RV industry with luxury, quality, and innovative motor coaches. In every part of our company, we relentlessly pursue continuous improvement and enhanced productivity, driving out waste, and creating meaningful strategic differentiation. Newmar is part of Winnebago Industries, Inc. a leading U.S. manufacturer of outdoor lifestyle experiences under the Winnebago, Newmar, Grand Design, Chris-Craft, and Barletta brands.
Key Responsibilities
Design & Development
• Design control systems that integrate intuitive user interfaces for enhanced interaction.
• Develop and implement multiplexing solutions tailored to RV control systems.
• Support product development and contribute to the design and functionality of motorhomes.
System Implementation
• Implement control algorithms to optimize performance and reliability of automated systems.
• Collaborate with software engineers to ensure seamless integration of UI components with electrical systems.
Testing & Troubleshooting
• Conduct system-level testing and validation to ensure safety, reliability, and compliance.
• Diagnose and resolve issues related to control systems, electrical components, user interfaces, and multiplexing.
Documentation & Support
• Create and maintain technical documentation including design specifications, wiring diagrams, and user manuals.
• Provide technical support and training to internal teams and end users.
• Assist production teams with the implementation and launch of new products.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience in a related field.
• Proven experience in controls engineering, with a focus on user interface design and multiplexing systems.
• Familiarity with PLC programming and control system architecture.
Skills
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting electrical systems in a production or field environment.
• Proficiency in CAD software and control system design tools (NX / Team Center Preferred).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
About the company
Job Location
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Our Story
At Winnebago Industries, we believe that time spent outdoors is time well-spent. Winnebago Industries is a leading North American manufacturer of outdoor recreation products under the Grand Design, Newmar, Winnebago, Barletta and Chris-Craft brands. We are a family of brands, each unique in its own rich legacy, but united in the pursuit to elevate every moment outdoors for our customers. The company builds high-quality motorhomes, travel trailers, fifth-wheel products, outboard and sterndrive powerboats, pontoons and commercial community outreach vehicles. Committed to advancing sustainable innovation and leveraging vertical integration in key component areas, Winnebago Industries has multiple facilities in Iowa, Indiana, Minnesota and Florida. The Company’s common stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange and traded under the symbol WGO. We’re looking for people who are as passionate about their work as they are about the outdoors. We seek fresh minds and skilled hands that can bring new perspectives, ways of working and technology to deliver exceptional experiences. We do this best when we allow ourselves the time to enjoy the environment — so we seek to keep a healthy balance between work and play. Be part of a team that treats each other with the respect, trust and humility needed to create extraordinary outdoor experiences for our customers.