Electronic EngineerThe Electronic Engineer defines and evaluates board and cable designs for system modules and components of multi-functional systems. This position will have a focus of developing electronic systems that may include low level motion controllers, sensor interfaces and data acquisition, and system test bed utilities for electro-mechanical systems. The resulting systems shall support system breadboard and prototype efforts through product verification, validation and release.
The incumbent designs circuit boards and sub-systems of limited to moderate scope using CAD/CAE tools; plans and conducts tests to verify theoretical analysis; performs empirical analysis, interpreting and evaluating experimental data to formulate conclusions; documents and communicates designs, specifications and project status; fabricates breadboards and prototypes; develops test plans, test specifications and design verification experiments; and participates on multi-functional development teams.Responsibilities:Define and evaluate designs for operating system modules and components of electro-mechanical engineering systemsCommunicate and provide input for project status and project schedule updatesDocument efforts via established procedures using CAD systemsTransfer technical documentation (drawings, specifications) into revision control system including creating and assembling Document Change Orders (DCOs)Establish electrical engineering specificationsIdentify critical design factors and risks that impact customer needs and regulatory requirementsPerform both empirical and theoretical analysis, interpret experimental data to formulate conclusionsFabricate breadboards and prototypesDevelop test plans and test specificationsDesign verification experimentsParticipate on cross-functional teamsExercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate actionAdhere to policies procedures and standards relating to Electronic EngineeringQualifications:Bachelor’s degree with 0-2 years of experienceUnderstanding/Experience of instrumentation design including electrical and mechanical components, stepper and servo motor control, data acquisition, sensorsUnderstanding/Experience with electronic design including programmable logic, analog circuit design, microcontrollers, interfacesProduct design experience with electro-mechanical devices preferredAbility to troubleshoot/analyze problems, and make recommendationsSelf starter, sense of urgency to resolve issues and complete projectsWork well with others, coordinate efforts with own and other departmentsExcellent written and verbal interpersonal communication skillsFamiliarity with Microsoft office applicationsInnovative out of the box thinker that gets things doneUnderstanding of modern design concepts and the Product Life CycleKnowledgeable in developing designs in a regulated environmentConcentrates on key objectives despite distractionsOvercomes potential stumbling blocks to achieve objectivesDemonstrates awareness of informal structures in the organization, including relationships that influence how work gets done