Electrical Engineer

Have you ever used the self-checkout? Played the slots at the Casino? Maybe you grabbed a drink from a vending machine or paid to park your car? If you’ve answered with a resounding “YES”, then you’ve done so with the aid of one of the 10 million devices installed by Crane Payment Innovations (CPI).

We make the technology that powers your everyday life, enabling more than 4 billion transactions every week in more than 143 currencies worldwide. From cash and coins to cards and mobile, we keep the world of payments moving with smart validation devices and business management software.

Headquartered in Malvern, PA, CPI is supported by: 2,500 global employees, 7 manufacturing sites, 12 corporate offices and a global Service organization.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly experienced and innovative Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design, development, and implementation of electrical systems for automated vending and dispensing equipment. This role involves overseeing hardware architecture, power systems, control electronics, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will bring technical leadership, hands-on engineering skills, and a collaborative mindset to drive product excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and development of electrical systems including control panels, wiring harnesses, PCBs, and power distribution units.

• Define system architecture and electrical specifications for electro/mechanical platforms and upgrades.

• Schematic design, PCB layout, and component selection using tools such as Altium Designer, Mentor Graphics or OrCAD.

• Ensure compliance with safety, EMC/EMI, and regulatory standards (e.g., TUV, UL, CE, FCC).

• Collaborate with mechanical, software, and manufacturing teams to ensure seamless integration and manufacturability.

• Conduct root cause analysis and troubleshooting of electrical issues in prototypes and production units.

• Manage testing and validation of electrical systems using lab equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, power analyzers).

• Mentor junior engineers and review technical documentation and designs.

• Interface with suppliers and vendors to evaluate new technologies and components.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or related field.

• 5+ years of experience in electrical design and development, preferably in electromechanical or automation systems.

• Proficiency in electrical CAD tools and simulation software.

• Strong understanding of embedded systems, motor control, sensors, and power electronics.

• Experience with industrial communication protocols (e.g., CAN, RS-485, Modbus, SPI).

• Excellent problem-solving, project management, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in vending, kiosk, or automated retail systems.

• Knowledge of payment technologies (NFC, coin/bill validators).

• Knowledge of low-voltage DC systems, battery management, and energy efficiency.

• Familiarity with IoT integration and wireless communication (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, cellular).

• Experience with Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Testability (DFT).

Work Environment:

• Office and lab-based work with occasional travel to manufacturing sites or customer locations.

• Hands-on prototyping and testing in a collaborative engineering environment.

Crane Payment Innovations is committed to hiring a diverse workforce. Applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status, or national origin or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law.

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