Product Engineer - Drives & Motors (Cumming)

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The Opportunity

Our client, a leading global supplier of industrial automation products, is looking for a Product Engineer who is passionate about becoming a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Drives, Motors, and Motion Control.

This is a unique entrepreneurial engineering role. You won't just be troubleshooting; you will partner with Product Managers to specify, analyze, and test new products for the industrial market. If you are a Controls or Electrical Engineer tired of constant travel and 60-hour weeks, this role offers a high-ownership environment with a legendary commitment to work-life balance.

If you are a Controls or Electrical Engineer who loves the technical meat of Drives, Motors, and Motion Control but is tired of the Road Warrior lifestyle, this is the pivot you’ve been looking for.

Our client has built a culture that treats engineers like entrepreneurs. You aren't just a number in a massive corporate machine; you are the Subject Matter Expert for your own product line. You’ll work in a high-creativity engineering office where your ideas directly influence the product roadmap, and you’ll do it all while being home for dinner every single night.

The Perks & Culture

True Stability: 40-hour work weeks with zero overtime and no on-call requirements.

Exceptional Bonus Structure: Quarterly bonuses plus a generous annual profit-sharing program.

Hybrid Flexibility: Work from home up to 2 days per week.

On-Site Wellness: Access to an on-campus gym, exercise classes, and free snacks/drinks.

Professional Growth: Training provided in the first month and ongoing tuition reimbursement for continued learning.

Target Compensation: $100,000 – $120,000 Base + CDL + Profit Sharing (~$160K-$180K total comp)

Location: North Atlanta (Cumming, GA)

Work Arrangement: Hybrid (Up to 2 days remote)

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 7:00–4:00 or 8:00–5:00 (Strictly 40 hours/week)

Key Responsibilities

Product SME: Serve as the technical expert for Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), AC/DC motors, and motion systems through the entire life cycle.

Technical Evaluation: Evaluate and test new products and technologies from global suppliers to ensure they meet market needs.

NPI (New Product Introduction): Support product launches through documentation, training, and 2nd-tier technical backline support (business hours only).

Supplier Engagement: Partner with suppliers on technology roadmaps, product packaging, and agency compliance (UL, CSA, CE).

Creative Engineering: Identify and lead projects to improve product quality or lower costs in a high-creativity engineering office environment.

Qualifications

Education: BS in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or Mechanical Engineering (BSME) is preferred. Candidates with 10+ years of equivalent experience will be considered.

Technical Depth: 7–10 years of experience in the industrial control/automation market or OEM manufacturing.

Domain Expertise: Hands-on experience with Drives, Motors, Motion Control, and Power Products.

Desirable Skills: Experience with PLCs, HMIs, agency approvals (UL, CE, etc.), or CAD software (AutoCAD/SolidWorks).

​​​​​​​Soft Skills: Must be a self-starter with excellent communication skills and the ability to manage technical projects independently.