Electrical Engineer II

Join us as we empower the world to work out, creating healthier lives together.

At Life Fitness / Hammer Strength, we are pioneers in fitness technology, building equipment that powers performance and inspires healthier lives around the world. We're looking for a driven, collaborative Electrical Engineer II to join our Power and Motion Controls team and contribute to the development of motors, generators, and power conversion systems that drive our industry-leading cardio equipment.

You'll play a key part in designing and optimizing electrical systems that ensure our products meet the highest standards of performance and reliability. Working alongside a cross-functional product team, you'll help advance our legacy of engineering excellence and raise the bar for innovation in fitness.

At Life Fitness / Hammer Strength, we're more than just a workplace-we're a team of problem-solvers, innovators, and fitness enthusiasts united by a shared purpose: to raise the bar on what's possible in human performance technology. We're setting new standards in the fitness industry through technology, design, performance, and reliability. When you join us, you're not only building career experience, you're contributing to a legacy of innovation that helps people live healthier lives. We offer flexibility, growth opportunities, and the chance to be part of a team that's shaping the future of fitness.

This is a hybrid role, based out of the Nieto-Jones Performance Center in Schaumburg, IL. #LI-Hybrid - Monday and Friday are remote, Tuesday through Thursday are in-office collaboration days.

As an Electrical Engineer II, you will:

• Execute electrical circuit design and schematic entry, using Altium, within electrical engineering design team; Support printed circuit board development throughout new product development process; Execute schematic design changes and Engineering Change Orders following production launch.
• Perform circuit analysis including worst-case/tolerance analysis, power dissipation, and stress-analysis as member of the electrical design team.
• Develop and execute characterization tests for a variety of rotating machines, include PM synchronous machines, AC induction machine and alternators.
• Support Engineering Field Service organization: Direct/guide troubleshooting efforts in the field; Participate via conference call with service techs to address field issues and determine root-cause.
• Participate as a member of cross-functional design team(s) to review and provide feedback re: electrical designs throughout the PCBA design and release process.
• Collaborate within the electrical engineering teams on engineering documentation
• Evaluate and test critical electronics components of schematic designs through simulation software and bench level testing prior to schematic release
• Perform and document detailed board level validation tests using tools such as oscilloscopes, meters and load boxes
• Direct engineering technicians in defined tests including EMC, validation and reliability.

What Life Fitness / Hammer Strength is looking for in our Electrical Engineer II:

• Ability to read and analyze electrical/electronic circuits/schematics is required.
• Prior experience using engineering tools is required. e.g. oscilloscopes, multi-meters, analyzers, power supplies etc. is preferred.
• Prior knowledge of schematic design tools is preferred; An emphasis on Altium Designer is preferred.
• Ability to learn and adapt to new tools, software and organizations is a requirement.
• B.S. Electrical Engineering from an accredited 4 year institution is required.
• 2-5 years prior engineering experience in design and development of new products.
• Emphasis in motors and/or power electronics is preferred.
• Experience programming embedded controls is preferred.
• Experience in motion controls is preferred.

At Life Fitness / Hammer Strength,we think customer first,play as one team, andraise the bar on fitness innovation-in the gym and in every corner of our facilities. Wepersevere and get it done, with a clear purpose toinspire each other to live healthier lives. If you're ready to bring out the best in people while powering the future of fitness manufacturing, we invite you to apply.

Want to take the next step in your career? Life Fitness / Hammer Strength takes pride in our talented employees and believes in providing opportunities for further growth and advancement. We encourage you to test your strengths, push your limits, and unleash your potential. If you feel the position is right for you, we invite you to apply. We'll work with you closely to support you throughout the hiring process. If your CV/ resume shows that your skills and experience have synergy with the job description, then we'll hop on a call to get to know you and your experience and discuss the position in more detail. If it's not the right opportunity this time, we'll always let you know.

At Life Fitness / Hammer Strength, we believe in taking care of our team with a comprehensive total rewards package that includes competitive pay and a range of valuable benefits. The salary range for this position, intended for U.S. applicants, is $78,800 - $114,200 annually.The actual salary will vary based on applicant's education, experience, skills, and abilities. The salary range reflected is based on a primary work location of Schaumburg, IL 60173 and the actual salary may vary for applicants in a different geographic location.This position is eligible to participate in Life Fitness / Hammer Strength's annual Manager Incentive Plan to receive an annual discretionary bonus in addition to base salary. The amount of bonus varies based on company and individual performance goals and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan.

Life Fitness / Hammer Strength offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time team members, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with 4% employer match; medical, dental and vision insurance, parental, medical and military leaves of absence, paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, paid vacation days beginning at 13 days annually, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, company paid short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance, hospital indemnity; identity protection, legal services, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, employee discounts, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

Life Fitness / Hammer Strength is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. Life Fitness / Hammer Strength complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding employment, recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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