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Senior Electrical Design Engineer – Power & Magnetics

Manpower Engineering

Milwaukee, WI

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$90,000–$160,000
SKILLS
Automation, Brand Positioning, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Design Verification, Diversity, Electrical Design, Electrical Engineering, Electromagnetic Modeling, Electronics, Identify Issues, International Electro-Technical Commission (IEC), Laboratory Testing, Manufacturing, Multitasking, Power Engineering, Problem Solving Skills, Product Design, Product Support, Production Support, Prototyping, Root Cause Analysis, Simulation, Software Design, Talent Management, Technical/Engineering Design, Test Design, Testing, Validation Testing
LOCATION
Milwaukee, WI
POSTED
7 days ago
Senior Electrical Design Engineer – Power & Magnetics
Southeastern Wisconsin | Onsite

Build It. Test It. Fix It. Own It.
Most engineering roles stop at design.

This one doesn’t.

Our client is a specialized, growing engineering and manufacturing organization that designs and builds custom power solutions for demanding applications across industrial automation, medical technology, and advanced systems.

This isn’t theoretical work. These are real products, built, tested, and deployed in environments where performance and reliability matter.
This role sits at the center of it.

You’ll take designs from concept through production. You’ll work hands-on in the lab. You’ll collaborate directly with manufacturing. And you’ll solve real problems when things don’t go as planned.

If you want full ownership and visible impact, this is that move.

What You’ll Do:

  • Design high-frequency magnetic components (transformers, inductors, chokes) used in power conversion systems

  • Work within typical ranges of 5kHz–500kHz and 50W–50kW+

  • Translate customer requirements into practical, manufacturable designs

  • Build, test, and validate prototypes in a lab environment

  • Work directly with manufacturing to release designs into production

  • Troubleshoot production and field issues, lead root cause analysis and corrective actions

  • Support existing products while driving new design work

  • Contribute to continuous improvement in design methods, tools, and processes

What You Bring:
  • Experience designing high-frequency magnetics OR strong adjacent experience in:
    • Switch Mode Power Supplies (SMPS)
    • Power electronics / power conversion systems
  • Experience working in high-frequency environments (typically 5kHz and above)
  • Strong understanding of magnetics fundamentals:
    • Core losses (hysteresis, eddy currents)
    • Copper losses (I²R, skin/proximity effects)
  • Hands-on experience with:
    • Lab testing and validation
    • Prototype builds or design verification
  • Experience supporting products in production and troubleshooting issues
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and shift between projects
Important to Know:
  • This is not a pure design or simulation role
  • You will spend meaningful time in the lab and supporting production
  • The role requires flexibility, adaptability, and willingness to handle both new design and existing product challenges
What Will Set You Apart:

  • Experience designing transformers and inductors from the ground up

  • Experience with SMPS topologies and power conversion systems

  • Exposure to electromagnetic modeling tools (ANSYS Maxwell or similar)

  • Familiarity with UL / IEC standards

  • 3D CAD experience (Inventor, SolidWorks, etc.)

  • Track record of learning new tools and technologies quickly

Who Thrives Here:

  • Engineers who want to see their work built and used

  • People who are comfortable moving between design, testing, and troubleshooting   

  • Individuals who prefer variety and ownership over narrow specialization

  • Practical problem-solvers - not purely academic or research-focused engineers

Why Make the Move:
  • Own the full lifecycle - take designs from concept through prototype, testing, and into production
  • Work on real applications - your designs are used in critical systems where performance and reliability matter
  • Get out of the silo - work directly with manufacturing, testing, and customers instead of handing work off
  • Build and learn faster - small team, less bureaucracy, more exposure across the business
  • See the impact of your work - what you design gets built, tested, and used
Compensation & Location:
  • Base salary range: $90,000 – $160,000+, depending on experience and fit
  • Bonus potential included
  • Location: Milwaukee, WI (north suburbs – Ozaukee County)
  • This is an onsite role
  • Relocation support may be available for the right candidate
Additional Considerations:
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship
  • Formal education in Electrical Engineering or a related field is helpful, but not required
  • Equivalent hands-on experience in power electronics or magnetics design is highly valued
Apply now to be considered.
Qualified candidates will be contacted directly to discuss the role and next steps.

* Please note all resumes and candidate information submitted are kept in the strictest confidence. No resume will be released without the candidate's prior permission.

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of Manpower Engineering
ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower Engineering, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2026 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 17th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.

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