What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Engineer position at Fluke Health Solutions?
Job Description:
We are seeking a reliable and knowledgeable 1st Shift Electrical Engineer to support critical operations involving factory automation systems and X-ray equipment calibration. This role includes a wide range of responsibilities, from equipment design and troubleshooting to preventive maintenance and regulatory compliance, ensuring our production systems remain efficient, safe, and high performing.
As an Electrical Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, repair, and upkeep of automation systems, including PLCs, HMIs, motor controls, and industrial sensors. Additionally, you will conduct routine calibration, inspection, and servicing of X-ray equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards and maintaining image and diagnostic quality.
The ideal candidate is self-driven, detail-oriented, and technically skilled, with practical experience in both factory automation and high-voltage electronic systems. Strong diagnostic abilities, a commitment to safety, and manual dexterity are essential to this position.
Primary Responsibilities:
Required:
About Fluke Health Solutions:
A dynamic healthcare technology leader, Fluke Health Solutions (FHS) is a new Fortive business comprised of three business units (Fluke Biomedical, Landauer, and RaySafe) committed to providing technologies and solutions that protect and empower healthcare professionals. Our solution suite spans biomedical testing and simulation products, solutions for measuring radiation exposure, as well as software and services.
Our Biomedical business, with its trusted global brand, leads the world in biomedical testing and simulation products. There are several exciting new products coming that will add to an already strong business. Landauer was the first organization to recognize and address the risks of radiation. More than 60 years later, we are a full-service radiation safety provider recognized for our unsurpassed innovation and development of worldwide monitoring standards and technologies. As a strong complement to Landauer, RaySafe provides technologies for measuring radiation in healthcare and industrial applications.
About Fortive:
Fortive is a provider of essential technologies for connected workflow solutions across a range of attractive end-markets. We hold leading positions in advanced healthcare solutions, intelligent operating solutions, and precision technologies. Our company is headquartered in Everett, Washington and employs a team of more than 17,000 research and development, manufacturing, sales, distribution, service, and administrative employees in more than 50 countries around the world.
Our shared purpose is to create essential technology for the people who accelerate progress. Our innovations keep the world moving forward. We work together to accelerate the pace of progress and to make a difference.
Why Fluke Health Solutions is a great place to work:
It all starts with the people and the culture. We are a tight-knit company that rallies around a vision to empower our everyday heroes to focus only on protecting lives. Our culture is entrepreneurial and collaborative. We champion inclusion and diversity. We come into work every day striving to make the organization a little better than it was the day before. We ask the tough questions and push each other to be bold. This occurs in an environment that fosters authenticity and transparency. There are no games. No hidden agenda. No politics. What you see one day is what you will get any other day.
We all have a role in building a community where everyone belongs. Where you can speak your mind, be yourself, and feel supported. It’s how we achieve more together — for each other, for our customers, and for the world. https://www.fortive.com/inclusion-diversity
Fortive Corporation Overview
Fortive’s essential technology makes the world stronger, safer, and smarter. We accelerate transformation across a broad range of applications including environmental, health and safety compliance, industrial condition monitoring, next-generation product design, and healthcare safety solutions.
We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in software-powered workflow solutions, data-driven intelligence, AI-powered automation, and other disruptive technologies. We’re a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to groundbreaking sustainability solutions.
We are a diverse team 17,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact.
At Fortive, we believe in you. We believe in your potential—your ability to learn, grow, and make a difference.
At Fortive, we believe in us. We believe in the power of people working together to solve problems no one could solve alone.
At Fortive, we believe in growth. We’re honest about what’s working and what isn’t, and we never stop improving and innovating.
Fortive: For you, for us, for growth.
About Fluke Health Solutions
Comprised of four industry leaders—Fluke Biomedical, LANDAUER, RaySafe, and Victoreen — Fluke Health Solutions (FHS) leads the biomedical and radiation detection markets with innovative products and services that help keep customers, patients, and clients safe. Fluke Biomedical leads the world in manufacturing biomedical test equipment like defibrillator analyzers and digital pressure meters. LANDAUER measures radiation exposure with dosimeter and radiation monitoring badges. RaySafe is the worldwide leader of X-ray test equipment, real-time staff dosimetry, and radiation survey meters. And Victoreen instruments are the trusted source for radiation monitoring systems and quality assurance for nuclear power professionals. At FHS, we believe in your potential — your ability to learn, grow and contribute in meaningful ways. And we believe in giving you the opportunity, accountability, and visibility to do just that.
We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@fortive.com.
Pay Range
The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 65,100.00 - 120,900.00
Comprised of four industry leaders—Fluke Biomedical, LANDAUER, RaySafe, and Victoreen — Fluke Health Solutions (FHS) leads the biomedical and radiation detection markets with innovative products and services that help keep customers, patients, and clients safe. Fluke Biomedical leads the world in manufacturing biomedical test equipment like defibrillator analyzers and digital pressure meters. LANDAUER measures radiation exposure with dosimeter and radiation monitoring badges. RaySafe is the worldwide leader of X-ray test equipment, real-time staff dosimetry, and radiation survey meters. And Victoreen instruments are the trusted source for radiation monitoring systems and quality assurance for nuclear power professionals. At FHS, we believe in your potential — your ability to learn, grow and contribute in meaningful ways. And we believe in giving you the opportunity, accountability, and visibility to do just that.
We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@fortive.com.
The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 65,100.00 - 120,900.00
We are seeking a reliable and knowledgeable 1st Shift Electrical Engineer to support critical operations involving factory automation systems and X-ray equipment calibration. This role includes a wide range of responsibilities, from equipment design and troubleshooting to preventive maintenance and regulatory compliance, ensuring our production systems remain efficient, safe, and high performing.
As an Electrical Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, repair, and upkeep of automation systems, including PLCs, HMIs, motor controls, and industrial sensors. Additionally, you will conduct routine calibration, inspection, and servicing of X-ray equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards and maintaining image and diagnostic quality.
The ideal candidate is self-driven, detail-oriented, and technically skilled, with practical experience in both factory automation and high-voltage electronic systems. Strong diagnostic abilities, a commitment to safety, and manual dexterity are essential to this position.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Provide daily hands-on engineering support for the assembly, debugging, and maintenance of manufacturing equipment and instruments. Support ongoing engineering projects and propose process improvements. Report progress and issues to the Engineering Manager.
- Design, build, troubleshoot, and maintain automated manufacturing equipment, electrical control systems, electronic instruments, and facility-related equipment.
- Participate in or lead Kaizen events, including Standard Work development, TPM/VRK implementation, and structured problem-solving (PSP) to diagnose and resolve equipment issues.
- Support and contribute to capital equipment projects, including technical evaluation and cost justification.
- Review equipment design specifications and develop/document new manufacturing processes and procedures.
- Create and maintain PFMEAs (Process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis) to identify and mitigate process risks and enhance production reliability.
- Develop and improve Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Standard Work (SW) for the preventive maintenance program. Train new maintenance technicians on standard practices and procedures.
- Apply fabrication and equipment design knowledge to lead or support continuous improvement projects.
- Generate, control, and maintain all engineering documentation, including electrical and mechanical drawings, task instructions, engineering procedures, ECOs/ECNs, test reports, and process control documentation.
- Utilize Fortive Business Systems (FBS) tools and principles to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.
- Respond promptly to equipment emergencies, notify appropriate personnel, and follow all relevant safety protocols.
- Communicate daily with Engineering, Maintenance, and Production Managers on issue resolution, outstanding concerns, and ongoing tasks.
- Develop and review individual performance and development plans with the manager on a quarterly basis.
- Prepare and submit production and quality improvement reports to leadership and cross-functional teams.
- Collaborate closely with engineers, maintenance staff, and production technicians to meet monthly On-Time Delivery (OTD) targets.
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related technical field.
- 3–5 years of hands-on experience troubleshooting industrial automation equipment, electronic components, instruments, and printed circuit assemblies (PCAs).
- Proficient in using multimeters, oscilloscopes, and signal generators for both low- and high-voltage diagnostics.
- Strong ability to read, interpret, and design electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and technical manuals to independently troubleshoot equipment, instruments, and facility systems.
- Demonstrated creative problem-solving skills to support engineering projects and enhance manufacturing processes and procedures on schedule.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills; comfortable working in a team-oriented environment.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, with a working knowledge of 5S workplace organization practices.
- Physically able to walk, stand, climb stairs, and lift up to 40 lbs for extended periods.
- Willingness and flexibility to work overtime, weekends, holidays, or shift changes, including on-call support as needed.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.).
- Experience with:
- X-ray machine maintenance and a working understanding of radiation safety and regulatory compliance.
- PLC systems, including AC/DC motors, servo and stepper motor control, industrial sensors, barcode scanners/cameras.
- Robotics, machine vision systems, and National Instruments (NI) hardware/software.
- 2D CAD and 3D CAD modeling tools (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks).
- Documentation control, Kaizen, structured problem-solving (PSP), Standard Work (SW), 5S, and Six Sigma methodologies.
- Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and general industrial safety protocols.
About Fluke Health Solutions:
A dynamic healthcare technology leader, Fluke Health Solutions (FHS) is a new Fortive business comprised of three business units (Fluke Biomedical, Landauer, and RaySafe) committed to providing technologies and solutions that protect and empower healthcare professionals. Our solution suite spans biomedical testing and simulation products, solutions for measuring radiation exposure, as well as software and services.
Our Biomedical business, with its trusted global brand, leads the world in biomedical testing and simulation products. There are several exciting new products coming that will add to an already strong business. Landauer was the first organization to recognize and address the risks of radiation. More than 60 years later, we are a full-service radiation safety provider recognized for our unsurpassed innovation and development of worldwide monitoring standards and technologies. As a strong complement to Landauer, RaySafe provides technologies for measuring radiation in healthcare and industrial applications.
About Fortive:
Fortive is a provider of essential technologies for connected workflow solutions across a range of attractive end-markets. We hold leading positions in advanced healthcare solutions, intelligent operating solutions, and precision technologies. Our company is headquartered in Everett, Washington and employs a team of more than 17,000 research and development, manufacturing, sales, distribution, service, and administrative employees in more than 50 countries around the world.
Our shared purpose is to create essential technology for the people who accelerate progress. Our innovations keep the world moving forward. We work together to accelerate the pace of progress and to make a difference.
Why Fluke Health Solutions is a great place to work:
It all starts with the people and the culture. We are a tight-knit company that rallies around a vision to empower our everyday heroes to focus only on protecting lives. Our culture is entrepreneurial and collaborative. We champion inclusion and diversity. We come into work every day striving to make the organization a little better than it was the day before. We ask the tough questions and push each other to be bold. This occurs in an environment that fosters authenticity and transparency. There are no games. No hidden agenda. No politics. What you see one day is what you will get any other day.
We all have a role in building a community where everyone belongs. Where you can speak your mind, be yourself, and feel supported. It’s how we achieve more together — for each other, for our customers, and for the world. https://www.fortive.com/inclusion-diversity
Fortive Corporation Overview
Fortive’s essential technology makes the world stronger, safer, and smarter. We accelerate transformation across a broad range of applications including environmental, health and safety compliance, industrial condition monitoring, next-generation product design, and healthcare safety solutions.
We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in software-powered workflow solutions, data-driven intelligence, AI-powered automation, and other disruptive technologies. We’re a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to groundbreaking sustainability solutions.
We are a diverse team 17,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact.
At Fortive, we believe in you. We believe in your potential—your ability to learn, grow, and make a difference.
At Fortive, we believe in us. We believe in the power of people working together to solve problems no one could solve alone.
At Fortive, we believe in growth. We’re honest about what’s working and what isn’t, and we never stop improving and innovating.
Fortive: For you, for us, for growth.
About Fluke Health Solutions
Comprised of four industry leaders—Fluke Biomedical, LANDAUER, RaySafe, and Victoreen — Fluke Health Solutions (FHS) leads the biomedical and radiation detection markets with innovative products and services that help keep customers, patients, and clients safe. Fluke Biomedical leads the world in manufacturing biomedical test equipment like defibrillator analyzers and digital pressure meters. LANDAUER measures radiation exposure with dosimeter and radiation monitoring badges. RaySafe is the worldwide leader of X-ray test equipment, real-time staff dosimetry, and radiation survey meters. And Victoreen instruments are the trusted source for radiation monitoring systems and quality assurance for nuclear power professionals. At FHS, we believe in your potential — your ability to learn, grow and contribute in meaningful ways. And we believe in giving you the opportunity, accountability, and visibility to do just that.
We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@fortive.com.
Pay Range
The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 65,100.00 - 120,900.00
Comprised of four industry leaders—Fluke Biomedical, LANDAUER, RaySafe, and Victoreen — Fluke Health Solutions (FHS) leads the biomedical and radiation detection markets with innovative products and services that help keep customers, patients, and clients safe. Fluke Biomedical leads the world in manufacturing biomedical test equipment like defibrillator analyzers and digital pressure meters. LANDAUER measures radiation exposure with dosimeter and radiation monitoring badges. RaySafe is the worldwide leader of X-ray test equipment, real-time staff dosimetry, and radiation survey meters. And Victoreen instruments are the trusted source for radiation monitoring systems and quality assurance for nuclear power professionals. At FHS, we believe in your potential — your ability to learn, grow and contribute in meaningful ways. And we believe in giving you the opportunity, accountability, and visibility to do just that.
We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@fortive.com.
The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 65,100.00 - 120,900.00
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