What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Engineer position at Motion Recruitment?
We're hiring an Electrical Engineer II for a full-time opportunity in North Smithfield, VT. This role is with an established engineering and manufacturing company that designs and builds high-precision electromechanical systems used in regulated industries. You'll work on cutting-edge embedded hardware, PCB design, electrical systems, and product development while collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams to bring innovative products from concept through production.
This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking to take the next step in their career by owning meaningful design work while continuing to learn from a highly experienced team. You'll gain exposure to the complete product development lifecycle, work with modern electrical design tools, participate in validation and regulatory testing, and contribute directly to products that have real-world impact. If you enjoy solving complex engineering challenges, collaborating across disciplines, and seeing your designs move into production, this is an outstanding opportunity for long-term technical growth.
Required Skills & Experience
Tech Breakdown
Posted By: Shane Tomlinson
This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking to take the next step in their career by owning meaningful design work while continuing to learn from a highly experienced team. You'll gain exposure to the complete product development lifecycle, work with modern electrical design tools, participate in validation and regulatory testing, and contribute directly to products that have real-world impact. If you enjoy solving complex engineering challenges, collaborating across disciplines, and seeing your designs move into production, this is an outstanding opportunity for long-term technical growth.
Required Skills & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering
- 2–5 years of electrical engineering experience
- Experience designing electronic circuits and embedded hardware
- PCB design experience using Siemens PADS, KiCad, or similar ECAD software
- Ability to create schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering documentation
- Experience with analog and digital circuit design
- Familiarity with signal integrity, sensors, motor control, and power electronics
- Experience using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, debuggers, and other electronic test equipment
- Understanding of communication protocols including RS232, I2C, and SPI
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with SPICE simulation tools
- Familiarity with CAN, USB, Ethernet, EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, EtherCAT, or OPC-UA
- Experience supporting EMC, CE, UL, or IEC compliance testing
- Familiarity with embedded software development and design reviews
- Experience working with contract manufacturers and PCB vendors
- Python, C#, Visual Basic, or similar scripting experience for hardware test automation
- Knowledge of Agile, Stage-Gate, or other product development methodologies
- Exposure to PLCs and industrial automation systems
- Experience working in ISO 9001 and/or ISO 13485 environments
Tech Breakdown
- 40% Electronic Circuit & PCB Design
- 25% Embedded Hardware Development & Testing
- 20% Product Validation, Regulatory Testing & Documentation
- 15% Cross-Functional Engineering Collaboration
- 75% Hands On
- 5% Management Duties
- 20% Team Collaboration
- Bonus eligible
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Benefits
- Vision Benefits
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Personal Time)
- 9 Paid Holidays
- 401(k) with company match
- Education Reimbursement
- On-site Fitness Center with Showers
Posted By: Shane Tomlinson