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Electrical Engineer 3

Cintal, Inc.
Posted 9 hours ago, valid for a month
Location

Chillicothe, IL, US

Salary

$85,000 - $90,000 per year

Contract type

Full Time

Paid Time Off
Life Insurance

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  • The job requires a minimum of 5 years of experience with a Bachelor's degree or 3 years with a Master's degree in a related field.
  • The position focuses on supporting sustainment and obsolescence mitigation projects for legacy components, including risk assessment and documentation updates.
  • Candidates will collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams to resolve component availability issues and ensure long-term product support.
  • The role offers a competitive salary and benefits, including paid holidays, paid time off, medical insurance, and 401(k) eligibility with employer contributions.
  • Visa sponsorship is available for eligible candidates, and the company is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.

BENEFITS:    

  • 10 paid holidays per year
  • 2 weeks of paid time off per year, the current year is pro-rated based on start date
  • Access to the company’s medical insurance, including dental and vision
  • Eligibility for life insurance and disability coverage for short or long-term disabilities or long- term care needs
  • 401 (k) eligibility with employer contribution annually
  • Reimbursement for relocation expenses up to a certain amount on a case-by-case basis
  • Yearly bonus based on company performance
  • Visa sponsorship


JOB DESCRIPTION/TYPICAL TASK BREAKDOWN:

  • Support sustainment and obsolescence mitigation projects for legacy components, including risk assessment, alternate part evaluation, and documentation updates
  • Support engineering changes by updating BOMs, coordinating validation/testing, and preparing technical evidence for design reviews
  • Collaborate with suppliers and cross functional teams to resolve component availability issues and ensure long term product support


DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:


  • Execute assigned legacy sustainment and obsolescence mitigation tasks/projects in alignment with approved plans
  • Own technical deliverables for assigned components or design families, including analysis, documentation, and reviews
  • Support project schedules by completing tasks on time and escalating risks or blockers early
  • Maintain accurate engineering records and documentation.
  • Identify and assess risks related to component end of life, supplier discontinuations, and long lead time parts
  • Support mitigation activities such as component Last time buys, alternate part identification, and redesign efforts
  • Maintain and update component sustainment plans and lifecycle status using CAT proprietary tools.
  • Execute tasks under established design control processes, including documentation updates and technical reviews
  • Support design control transfers, supplier changes, and engineering ownership transitions
  • Prepare engineering evidence to support design decisions, design deviations, or change approvals
  • Ensure engineering outputs meet design control and documentation standards
  • Support component and system validation activities, including EMC, vibration, environmental, and functional testing
  • Coordinate with internal and external labs to execute test plans and collect results
  • Analyze test data and summarize findings to support sustainment or replacement decisions
  • Utilize standard engineering tools and validation equipment as required
  • Participate in NPI review meetings and provide validation coverage and test results to stake holders
  • Work with suppliers to resolve technical issues and phase out notifications
  • Support supplier assessments and technical reviews as needed
  • Collaborate with system teams, quality, supply chain, and manufacturing partners
  • Participate in project reviews, design reviews, and sustainment meetings
  • Support regulatory and compliance activities (e.g., RoHS, CE, and other applicable standards)
  • Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and corrective action efforts
  • Identify opportunities to improve data quality, processes, and engineering execution


EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

  • Years of experience: 5 years BS Degree; 3 years if candidate has Masters Degree
  • Degree requirement: Bachelors or Masters


REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS:  

  • Experience working in legacy or NPI electronic hardware platforms
  • Knowledge of electronic control modules, telematics solutions and display hardware
  • Experience working in and utilizing proprietary tools
  • Exposure to obsolescence management, component sustainment, or supply continuity activities
  • Familiarity with validation testing and lab coordination
  • Experience working with global or cross functional engineering teams



We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and global team. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. We are pleased to offer visa sponsorship for eligible and qualified individuals.


Cintal provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunities apply to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.




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