Crown Equipment Corporation

Product Engineer - Forklift Charging Systems (Indefinite US Work Authorization Required)

Crown Equipment Corporation$75K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics Engineering, or related field
  • 5+ years in product development; 2+ years with power electronics, industrial equipment, or charging systems
  • Hands-on experience with electrical test equipment
  • Ability to create and interpret schematics, drawings, and technical documentation
  • Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to travel occasionally (0-5%) with reliable local transportation
  • Ability to handle physical and mental demands akin to most office positions.

Responsibilities

  • Lead engineering activities for new charging systems, focusing on architecture, component selection, and circuit design.
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive product specifications and technical documentation.
  • Design and support various power conversion systems and industrial charging equipment.
  • Evaluate prototypes and oversee performance testing and certification processes.
  • Analyze test data to conduct root cause analysis and recommend product improvements.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product launches.
  • Monitor competitive products and emerging technologies, providing technical insights.

Benefits

  • Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription Drug Plan
  • Flexible Benefits Plan
  • 401K Retirement Savings Plan
  • Life and Disability Benefits
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Holidays and Vacation
  • Tuition Reimbursement
Full Job Description
Job Posting External

Job Duties:

Crown is seeking an innovative Product Engineer to lead the development of forklift industrial charging systems. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys solving technical challenges, collaborating cross-functionally, and transforming customer needs into reliable, manufacturable products. You will guide products through the full development lifecycle-from concept and prototyping through validation and production release.

  • Lead engineering activities for new charging systems, including system architecture, component selection, circuit design, and integration.
  • Develop and maintain product specifications, drawings, BOMs, and technical documentation.
  • Design and support AC/DC and DC/DC power conversion systems, high-frequency chargers, and industrial charging equipment.
  • Evaluate prototypes and oversee performance, validation, and certification testing (UL, CSA, CE, IEC).
  • Analyze test data, conduct root cause analysis, and recommend improvements for performance, reliability, and safety.
  • Collaborate with manufacturing, supply chain, quality, suppliers, and customers to ensure successful product launch.
  • Monitor competitive products and emerging technologies; provide technical recommendations.
  • Plan and manage development tasks, schedules, design reviews, and risk assessments.


Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics Engineering, or related field
  • 5+ years in product development; 2+ years with power electronics, industrial equipment, or charging systems
  • Hands-on experience with electrical test equipment
  • Ability to create and interpret schematics, drawings, and technical documentation
  • Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to travel occasionally (0-5%) with reliable local transportation
  • Ability to handle physical and mental demands akin to most office positions: prolonged periods of sitting; prolonged use of computer/keyboard; infrequent lifting, walking, and climbing stairs; occasional use of office equipment


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Project management or supervisory experience
  • Experience with industrial battery charging systems
  • Strong knowledge of AC/DC and DC/DC power electronics
  • Familiarity with lithium-ion and lead-acid battery systems and standards
  • Experience with embedded controls, firmware integration, and CAN communication


Work Authorization:

Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Individuals with temporary visas are ineligible. Sponsorship for work authorization, now or in the future, is unavailable.

No agency calls please.

Compensation and Benefits:

Crown offers an excellent wage and benefits package for full-time employees including Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription Drug Plan, Flexible Benefits Plan, 401K Retirement Savings Plan, Life and Disability Benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Tuition Reimbursement, and much more.

About Crown Equipment Corporation

Crown Equipment Corporation is a manufacturer of material handling equipment. The company was founded in 1945 and is headquartered in New Bremen, Ohio. Crown Equipment offers a wide range of products including forklifts, pallet jacks, and reach trucks. The company also provides warehouse design and automation services. Crown Equipment's products are sold through a network of dealers and distributors across the United States and internationally.
Learn more about Crown Equipment Corporation
Size
16,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1945

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