Electrical Engineer

Position Summary

We are looking for an Electrical Engineer to design and develop electrical components and circuit boards (PCBs/PCA) for automotive diagnostic tools and accessories. This role involves working on high-speed digital circuits, embedded microcontrollers, analog circuits, and battery-powered handheld devices from concept through production.

Key Responsibilities

• Design multi-layer PCBs and electrical circuits using tools like Altium Designer or OrCAD.
• Select automotive-grade electronic components such as microcontrollers, sensors, and communication modules.
• Work with communication protocols including Bluetooth, CAN, LIN, Ethernet, and OBD-II.
• Develop power management systems for battery-operated devices, including charging and protection circuits.
• Perform testing, debugging, and troubleshooting of prototypes and production hardware.
• Conduct signal integrity, EMI/EMC, and hardware validation testing.
• Support Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Testability (DFT) activities.
• Collaborate with firmware teams, suppliers, and manufacturing partners during product development.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in electronics hardware design, preferably in handheld devices or automotive electronics.
• Strong experience with PCB design and circuit simulation tools such as Altium, OrCAD, PSpice, LTspice, or MATLAB/Simulink.
• Knowledge of embedded systems and ARM Cortex-M microcontrollers.
• Experience using lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and spectrum analyzers.
• Understanding of safety and compliance standards such as CE, UL, AEC-Q, and IEC 61010.
• Good communication, problem-solving, and project coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work within project timelines.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% if required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with automotive electrical systems and diagnostic protocols like CAN Bus and OBD-II.
• Knowledge of ERP and PLM systems for engineering change management.
• Automotive industry experience is a plus.
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills are an advantage.