At Danfoss, we’re engineering a more sustainable future—and you can be part of it. As an Electrical Engineer on our Drives Product Engineering team, your work will directly support industries in reducing energy usage and maximizing efficiency through smarter power electronics. This is your chance to help shape products that make a real-world difference in decarbonization.
In this role, you’ll join a highly skilled, cross-functional engineering team focused on improving and adapting variable frequency drive technologies. Whether it’s resolving product challenges, enhancing performance, or preparing for the next generation of drive innovations, you’ll be a key contributor to our global success.
Based in Loves Park, IL, and working closely with global partners, you’ll take part in projects that matter—while gaining hands-on experience with cutting-edge tools, technologies, and sustainable engineering practices. If you’re energized by purposeful work and practical problem solving, this is the opportunity for you.
What You’ll Be Doing
Improve and adapt existing drive products by contributing to design, development, and quality enhancement projects.
Plan and execute product testing for engineering validation, compliance (UL, IEC), and performance improvement.
Collaborate across teams to troubleshoot design-related issues on the production line and support corrective actions.
Participate in cost-down initiatives, including technical feasibility, spec updates, and testing activities.
Support root cause analysis for field issues and work on data-driven engineering improvements.
What We're Looking For
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (B.S.); advanced coursework in power electronics is a plus.
3–5 years of experience in product design, development, or engineering research—ideally with drives or power conversion systems.
Solid understanding of at least two of the following: IGBT/power semiconductors, power topologies, analog/control electronics, magnetics/filters.
Hands-on lab experience with test equipment (oscilloscopes, meters, power supplies) and experimental setups.
Familiarity with CAE tools like Matlab, MathCad, PSpice, and Microsoft Office.
Ability to read engineering drawings and effectively communicate technical information in English.
What You'll Get from UsWe promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities. You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us. We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are. You’ll receive benefits like annual bonus, paid vacation, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $85,000- $110,000 + bonus + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including role-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.