Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.
Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.
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WHAT TO EXPECT
As an innovation engineer, we look for ambitious, forward-thinking, open-minded, and well-rounded individuals to join our global team. Located in our Rochester Hills office, you will be responsible for developing, designing, and testing electronic controls for devices using electric brushless DC motors and products using BLDC motors.
This is a brand-new position at Gates to support our BLDC motor group.
In this position, you will support the development activities, including requirements gathering, concept development, component selection, system architecture, product development and integration testing, and manufacturing readiness preparation.
The ability for you to write code as part of the development required.
You will also work with the Hardware design team within Gates/or suppliers and to customers.
You will report to Gates Technical Sr Manager for New Technology Innovation.
Cross functionally you will have external contact with suppliers to ensure the electric control strategy meets Gates requirements and standards. Internal contact with the global engineering team and plant team like Quality Engineer, Process Engineer, Prototype Technician, Buyer, etc. frequently.
Key responsibilities:
Design, Implement, test software required to support Gates product control strategies using modern tools and techniques.
Support the hardware team with Build, troubleshoot, analyze and test digital, analog, and power electronics circuits in a lab setting
Write code to test the controller and enable basic functionality.
Understand circuit schematics and electronic component datasheets.
Provide input on product design and strategy.
Work with manufacturers and internal/external customers to build and refine products.
Test the controller and the device as required for the purpose of design confirmation.
ABOUT YOU
4-Year Degree in Electrical Engineering or Software Engineering
Experience in electronic or power electronics product development with PCB fabrication and assembly, particularly focused on BLDC motor controls
Experience with CAE tools including schematic capture, analog/digital simulation, and integrated development environments.
Capability to write software for the controller
Understand electronic principles, control theory, and their applications
10% travel to supplier facilities and plant and global facilities is required
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship
PAY & BENEFITS
Full-Time
Medical, Dental, Vision insurance, and other voluntary benefit options: benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following your date of hire
Eligible for 3 weeks of paid vacation + 11 holidays (9 scheduled & 2 floating) + 8 sick days. All vacation days are accrued
401(k): 3% company contribution and additional 3% company match
Tuition Reimbursement
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WHY GATES?
Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.
While we expect the best, we also want to give you the best. That's why at Gates we provide an environment where people can succeed from our policy of 'Dress for your Day' (yes - that means you can wear jeans), health club reimbursement, to your ownership of your work/life balance and more. Visit to learn more.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
At Gates, we believe that we are better together. Proximity has been important to our success over the years as there are critical items that are simply better when done together. One of those critical items is efficient collaboration. We cannot underestimate the power of informal conversations and connecting face-to-face with our coworkers.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands and fingers to work with objects, tools, or controls; and use office equipment including computers, telephones, and/or copiers/scanners. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
Gates is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.
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Gates Corporation is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of gender, race, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status or any other protected class defined by state or local law.
