Engineer, Subsystem Device Power Electrics

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Position Summary

The Engineer - Subsystem, Device Power Electrics supports and executes defined engineering work for electrical power subsystems within appliance devices. This role develops requirements, validates performance, maintains interfaces, and supports product decisions involving power supplies, electrical elements, contactors, switches, capacitors, harness, connectors, emissions shielding, pumps and motors.

• This position is located at 103 International Drive Peachtree City, GA.
• Other Perks/Benefits: Best-in-class health benefit programs that provide eligibility on 1st day of employment, 401k match, Paid Volunteer Community Service Day, and so much more.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Execute assigned device power electrics subsystem work involving power requirements, component selection, interface definition, safety objectives, quality/reliability expectations, and cost targets.
• Develop and maintain electrical requirements, schematics, harness/interface details, specifications, test requests, risk records, and controlled documentation for assigned scope.
• Evaluate power supplies, converters, connectors, fuses, protection devices, wiring, sensors, control board interfaces, grounding, insulation, and related electrical components.
• Conduct load analysis of the system to ensure reliable and safe conditions at edge cases.
• Support DVP&R testing, prototype builds, design reviews, tolerance checks, electrical safety reviews, manufacturability discussions, and serviceability evaluations.
• Analyze test data related to voltage, current, power budget, thermal behavior, transient response, protection behavior, reliability, noise, and electrical safety constraints.
• Coordinate with embedded device, software, system, lab, certification, manufacturing, quality, suppliers, and service teams to ensure electrical interfaces support product-level objectives.
• Investigate routine subsystem issues related to power behavior, wiring, connectors, board interfaces, installation variability, field service, test anomalies, or supplier components.
• Support applicable UL, CSA, EMC, product safety, labeling, wiring, and certification readiness considerations as assigned.
• Participate in supplier communication, component qualification, sampling plans, issue investigations, and corrective action support for assigned electrical components.
• Prepare clear engineering summaries, test conclusions, risk updates, and design records suitable for review by senior or lead engineers.

Job Responsibilities:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline required for engineering roles; Associate or Bachelor's degree aligned to the relevant ladder where specified.
• 3+ years of related engineering experience; Associate degree with Level 10-equivalent experience may be considered where applicable.
• Working knowledge of electrical power subsystems, appliance electronics, power supplies, wiring, control boards, sensors, protection devices, or embedded hardware interfaces.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, product specifications, test procedures, supplier data, and engineering change documentation.
• Experience with electrical test equipment, data analysis, component qualification, root cause problem solving, and controlled documentation.
• Understanding of subsystem interfaces and power budget, thermal behavior, safety, reliability, EMI/C, manufacturing, and service requirements affect product performance.
• Strong communication, organization, and analytical skills with the ability to execute assigned work and escalate technical risks appropriately.
• UL product safety exposure.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:

Physical Activities

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Accessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned

Physical Demands

• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting or standing.

Environmental Conditions

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Benefits

• Health Benefit Programs
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Floating Holidays (FH)
• Paid Holidays
• Retirement Plan
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Professional Development
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Annual Incentive Plan (AIP)
• Referral Bonuses
• Paid Volunteer Community Service Day
• Tobacco and Drug-Free Campuses
• Employee, family, and friend's discount

Rinnai America Corporation is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.