Job Description

Fortune Brands Innovations is in search of an Electrical Engineering Technician to join our innovative team for next generation product development.

Our hardware engineering outlook strives for consumer interaction with our products in new and

unique ways, utilizing expert knowledge and skills in engineering concepts and best practices. The Electrical Engineering Technician skillfully supports the design, selection, assembly, installation, and maintenance of testing equipment, systems, and laboratories, embodying strong attention to detail and fundamental commitment to quality.

As an industry leader in connected home, security, and commercial building products, Fortune Brands Innovations has an exciting roadmap ahead thus necessitating growth and expansion on our team!

POSITION LOCATION:

This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with all work performed in North Olmsted, OH.

RESPONSIBLIITIES:

• Maintain the laboratory and all laboratory equipment.
• Assist with the design, selection, assembly, and installation of test equipment.
• Serve as the subject matter expert on electrical/electronic testing and testing systems for both new and legacy designs.
• Assemble and repair PCBAs using hand tools and reflow oven.
• Assemble electrical wire harnesses using hand tools.
• Test PCBs, motors, and other electrical subsystems or electronic components.
• Load embedded firmware on MPUs and MCUs.
• Assemble and/or fabricate electromechanical hardware using basic tools.
• Partner with engineers to develop or improve test plans, processes, and procedures.
• Test and troubleshoot electromechanical hardware and firmware.
• Complete tests and report results as per required timelines.
• Track prototype deviations, distribution, and status.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electronics Technology, Electrical Engineering or related field; or equivalent combination of education and work experience in an Engineering Technician role.
• 2+ years of experience in a Test/Electrical Technician role.
• Proficiency collecting data to troubleshoot/define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions for resolution via electrical and mechanical systems.
• Proficiency partnering with cross-functional teams, external vendors, and contract manufacturers.
• Literacy in electrical PCB schematics and layouts, per IPC quality standards.
• Experience using basic hand tools, ECAD, (e.g., Altium Designer), and electrical engineering tools (e.g., oscilloscopes, power supplies, signal generators, multimeters, reflow oven, spectrum analyzer, etc.).
• Advanced soldering skills, per IPC quality standards (e.g., 0402, 0603, TSSOP, SOIC packages, leadless, BGA, etc.).
• Proficiency with digital design, PLCs, and control systems.
• Proficiency in EMC testing.
• Proficiency in firmware and software.
• Basic plumbing experience a plus.

Additional Information

At Fortune Brands, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays per policy), inclusive fertility / adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous Employee Resource Groups to support inclusivity and our associates’ feeling of belonging at work.

Fortune Brands is a brand, innovation and channel leader focused on exciting, supercharged categories in the home products, security and commercial building markets. Our portfolio of brands includes Moen, House of Rohl, Aqualisa, SpringWell, Therma-Tru, Larson, Fiberon, Master Lock, SentrySafe and Yale residential.

Fortune Brands is headquartered in Deerfield, Illinois and trades on the NYSE as FBIN

Equal Employment Opportunity

FBIN is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable Accommodations

FBIN is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please contact us at fbinleave.fbhs@fbin.com and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information. Resumes submitted to this email address will not be responded to.