Junior Electrical Engineer

JOB TITLE: Junior Electrical Engineer

LOCATION: Hawthorne, NY (on-site)

TYPE: Full time, regular

COMPENSATION: $85,000 – $110,000/yr

Clarapath is a medical robotics company based in Westchester County, NY. Our mission is to transform and modernize laboratory workflows with the goal of improving patient care, decreasing costs, and enhancing the quality and consistency of laboratory processes. SectionStar™ by Clarapath is a ground-breaking electro-mechanical system designed to elevate and automate the workflow in histology laboratories and provide pathologists with the tissue samples they need to make the most accurate diagnoses. Through the use of innovative technology, data, and precision analytics, Clarapath is paving the way for a new era of laboratory medicine.

Role Summary:

The Junior Electrical Engineer will be working alongside our existing electrical engineers, mechanical engineers and software engineers on medical device development. This role is multi-disciplinary with technical responsibility for our device electrical system, PCBs and wiring diagrams, providing continuous feedback on the development process and accepting feedback as well. It is also expected that some software development for the device will be performed by the Junior Electrical Engineer. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of hardware electrical design and exposure to software development for hardware. We are looking for a team player who views medical device development as a competitive advantage.

Responsibilities:

• Designing system level schematics, electrical isolation strategy, as well as detailed PCB schematics and layout
• Designing precision motion stages and components, electromechanical system parts and assemblies in a CAD environment
• Developing low-level device control software in C with guidance
• Documentation, including schematics, wire harness drawings, PCB files, and component specifications for FDA processes
• Modeling and developing electrical systems throughout the device, such as, stepper and DC motor control, AC power systems, low voltage data, and high sensitivity analog and digital signals
• Designing and prototyping analog and digital circuits, primarily for integration of sensors
• Building cable harnesses, designing signal and power distribution networks
• Building prototypes and test fixtures including instrumenting with data acquisition systems and programming
• Unit and system testing of prototype designs

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 2 years of experience working in the field of electrical engineering
• Exposure to software/firmware programming in C
• Competency in designing large electromechanical system components
• Proven design record
• Analytical problem solution skills, such as modeling and simulations
• Design of high sensitivity analog and data systems
• Design of power conditioning due to motors and high inrush current components
• Design experience with embedded hardware such as Microcontrollers and FPGAs
• Knowledge of IEC safety and EMC standards and experience in working with regulated test labs
• Involvement in automation-related extracurricular activities, such as, First Robotics
• Lab bench experience including, soldering, wiring, troubleshooting, and using lab equipment to explain results
• Experience in working with Linux systems and micro processors
• Familiar with PCB design tools. Altium Preferred
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Time management skills to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Flexibility to work in a changing and fast paced environment
• Drive, determination and ability to hit aggressive milestones/deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

Company Offers:

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience and education
• Comprehensive benefits package available: (healthcare, vision, dental and life insurances; 401k; PTO and holidays)
• A collaborative and diverse work environment where our teams thrive on solving complex challenges
• Ability to file IP with the company
• Connections with world class researchers and their laboratories
• Collaboration with strategic leaders in healthcare and pharmaceutical world
• A mission driven organization where every team member will be responsible for changing the standards of delivering healthcare

Clarapath is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, Clarapath complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Salary : $85,000 - $110,000