Acra Control
Acra Control manufactures and supplies airborne data acquisition networks and recording systems.
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- US-PA-Cheswick (EMD)
- Type
- Full-time
- Posted
- Jun 11, 2026
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Electrical Engineer, Lead (Sign on Bonus available for select candidates!)
at Acra Control
We are looking for an Electrical Engineer, Lead to join our Pittsburgh (Cheswick) location!
Your Responsibilities:
Design and analyze electro-mechanical components and systems for pumps, motors and generators using your engineering expertise. This role will allow you to lead studies, detailed analysis, and testing on new and modified machine designs. Bring your leadership and technical skills to develop and design solutions to meet our customers demanding requirements.
Salary : $120,000 – 165,000 per year
Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in PA. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.
We Take Care of Our People:
Paid Time OffI 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness BenefitsI Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive PayI Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase PlanI Inclusive & Supportive Culture
Your Challenge:
• To provide guidance and expertise in electrical engineering to design and
analyze complex rotating equipment and systems that will investigate, evaluate
and develop new applications for existing equipment and systems. This will
include leading technical teams in design and analytical activities for
product design and development and production. Must be comfortable mentoring
less experienced engineers and be actively involved in development of their
skills.
• Master understanding and application of engineering software tools and
systems, to evaluate Electromagnetic (EM) fields of electromechanical products
including motors, generators, exciters and the like. Work will be done using
the latest 2D and 3D electromagnetic finite element analysis (EMFEA) codes,
techniques, and principles, to solve complicated technical issues, gauge
designs, and predict product performance.
• Create and implement electrical system models to capture component
interactions. This work will include analyzing VFDs (Variable Frequency
Drives), transformers, excitation systems, and various control systems.
• Lead projects by planning and coordinating complex engineering solutions.
Prepares schedules for accomplishing tasks within estimates. While analyzing
assigned tasks to provide estimates of manpower and material required to
complete projects.
• Lead designs and the conducting of experiments to collect data and interpret
those results. Must be capable of driving to find solutions in the face of
ambiguity.
• This role requires strong written and verbal communication skills to create
concise documentation, reporting, publishing, and presentation of technical
information.
What you Bring:
• Masters of Science in Electrical Engineering required, PhD preferred.
• 10+ years’ experience in Electrical Engineering directly involved with
rotating equipment
• Working knowledge of one or more of the following: Electromagnetic Finite
Element Analysis (EMFEA), System Modeling, Acoustics, or Thermal Analysis.
Previous experience with: Ansys Maxwell, Simplorer, Simulink, Mathcad, MATLAB,
Flux2D, RMXPRT, or other Electric Motor / EMFEA design tools is highly
desired.
• Experience creating models and drawings, design reviews, and present trade
studies.
• Ability to perform analysis and studies with strong attention to details in
a fast-paced environment.
• Small design team leadership coordinating multiple project responsibilities.
• Must be a team player and have knowledge of MS Office Suite to concisely
relay information to all level of group.
• Preferred experience with ability to perform analysis and studies with
strong attention to details in a fast-paced environment and Electrical design
team leadership
• Due to DoD requirements, candidates must be US citizens
• Must be able to obtain and maintain DoD Security clearances and approvals
Who we are:
Environmental, Social and Governance
EMD a business unit of Curtiss-Wright in Cheswick, PA designs, manufactures, tests, and provides after-market support for the most advanced, proven and reliable critical function pumps, motors, generators, seals, control rod drive mechanisms and power conditioning electronics available anywhere in the world today. Curtiss-Wright EMD has a long-standing and distinguished reputation for the design, development, manufacture, and qualification of critical-function machining solutions for the United States Navy and the commercial nuclear utility industry. http://www.emd.cwfc.com/
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Compliance Statement
This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export- controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.
Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.
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