Principal Mechanical/Electrical Engineer at Ecolab

Eagan, Minnesota, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Food & BeverageIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering or related technical discipline
5+ years of experience working in research, development, engineering or digital / technology related environment
2+ years multifaceted project management experience
Problem solving and critical thinking skills
Effective oral and written communication skills, organizational skills and attention to detail
Demonstrate situational awareness and conflict resolution
Strong leadership presence with ability to influence and empower others
Self-starter with strong initiative and personal accountability
Naturally curious and willing to learn

Responsibilities

Guide project teams and business teams through the development process
Lead the technical design for the automation/equipment projects by working closely with the project teams
Translate key customer requirements to technical design requirements
Design, develop and implement solution strategies to meet customer and design requirements
Execute new product development projects according to solid project plans and project management principles (scope, timeline, milestones and risk-based decision making)
Create communication plans and maintain strong communication channels with global project teams, business stakeholders and development partners
Negotiate project priorities, resources and budget with cross-functional leaders
Act as primary interface between RD&E, IT, Equipment and Connected Solutions (ECS), Commercial Digital Solutions (CDS) and business teams
Provide technical expertise and guidance on automation, sensors and digital development best practices
Collaborate with technology delivery teams to ensure technical dependencies are prioritized
Partner with sales and service teams to merchandise solutions and drive engagement / adoption
Understand field and customer user experiences to be able to make informed decisions
Create specifications and technical documents (assembly procedures, wiring diagrams, installation instructions, operation manuals, user guides, etc.)
Build deployment plans to ensure installation, service and support resources are sufficient
Liaise with business and technical support teams to transfer and manage knowledge
Network with internal experts, technology partners and vendors to search for new and different approaches to solve customer problems
Coordinate with technology anchor teams to research and investigate early innovation ideas
Take personal ownership of employee safety standards and operate accordingly
Guide new Product Development Phase Gate activities by seeking out global customer needs, understanding application requirements, and managing the development, field testing and global launch of new offerings

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Electrical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringAutomation DesignPrototypingProject ManagementProduct DevelopmentTechnical SpecificationsField TestingTechnical Documentation

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote or in-office?

This is an in-office position requiring 4-5 days a week in the Minnesota location only, with up to 25% travel.

What is the salary range for this Principal Engineer role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What are the key responsibilities and skills needed for this role?

The role involves guiding project teams through development, leading technical design for automation/equipment projects, translating customer requirements to technical designs, executing new product development, and providing expertise on automation, sensors, and digital best practices.

What is the team structure and collaboration like at Ecolab for this position?

The role works collaboratively with RD&E, IT, Equipment and Connected Solutions team, Commercial Digital Solutions, and Food & Beverage business teams, acting as the primary interface and partnering with sales, service, and technology delivery teams.

What makes a strong candidate for this Principal Electrical Engineer position?

Strong candidates will have expertise in leading cross-functional teams, technical design for automation and sensors, project management including scope, timelines, and risk decisions, plus experience creating specifications, technical documents, and deployment plans.