Electrical Engineer I (Loves Park, IL, US) bei Danfoss

The Impact You'll Make

Are you ready to shape the future of variable frequency drives and power electronics? As an Electrical Engineer on our design team, you’ll play a key role in developing innovative products that drive energy efficiency and sustainability. You’ll work hands-on with prototypes, collaborate across departments, and grow your skills in a supportive, safety-first environment.

This is a great opportunity to build your career while contributing to meaningful projects. Whether you're just starting out or bringing a few years of experience, you’ll be part of a team that values learning, curiosity, and collaboration.

Join us and help create smarter, safer, and more efficient solutions for tomorrow’s challenges.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Collaborating with a design team to develop new products and improve existing ones
• Supporting product development through design input, analysis, and testing
• Creating and executing test plans using a range of power supplies (low voltage DC, high voltage AC/DC, and 120–690Vac mains)
• Documenting project work including sketches, specifications, and design journals
• Participating in prototype construction and testing activities
• Learning new tools and techniques through onboarding, training, and hands-on experience
• Contributing to project planning and tracking to meet performance, quality, and cost goals
• Working closely with Safety, Environmental, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to ensure compliance with all standards

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• 0–3 years of experience in power electronics, variable frequency drives, or related areas
• Hands-on lab experience with oscilloscopes, meters, power supplies, and test setups
• Strong safety awareness and commitment to a safety-first culture
• Familiarity with engineering tools like MatLab, Pspice, and simulation platforms
• Comfortable working with PC-based equipment and peripherals
• Eager to learn, collaborate, and contribute to a team environment

What You'll Get from Us

1. We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
2. You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.
3. We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
4. You’ll receive benefits like 13th salary, annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $70,000- 85,000 + bonus + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.