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Electrical Engineer
- No. of Positions: 1
- Location: Tarrytown, NY, USA
- Experience: 4–8 Years
Job Summary
We are seeking a hands-on Electrical Engineer for the development, integration, characterization, and troubleshooting of subsystem-level electrical testers. This role is highly technical and execution-focused, with a strong emphasis on practical hardware engineering.
The ideal candidate should have 4–8 years of recent hands-on experience in designing and building electronics and semi-automated test systems, integrating hardware/software, and debugging complex electrical issues.
Key Responsibilities
Tester Development & Integration
- Design, build, and maintain subsystem characterization testers:
- Power distribution and protection
- Signal conditioning and measurement
- Control, interlocks, and safety circuits
- Develop custom test hardware (fixtures, wiring harnesses, test jigs)
- Integrate testers with:
- Mechanical fixtures
- Sensors, actuators, power electronics, embedded systems
- Lab and production environments
Electrical Characterization & Debugging
- Perform subsystem electrical characterization:
- Voltage/current measurements
- Signal integrity and timing analysis
- Noise and grounding
- Troubleshoot issues in:
- Analog and digital electronics
- Power supplies, converters, motor drives
- Communication interfaces (I²C, SPI, UART, CAN, Ethernet, USB)
Hands-On Lab Execution
- Execute testing in lab environments:
- Bring-up of testers and subsystems
- Debug under schedule pressure
- Support verification and troubleshooting
- Use lab equipment:
- Oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, DMMs, power analyzers
- Environmental and stress testing setups
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related field
- 4–8 years of hands-on experience in:
- Test system development
- Subsystem-level electrical integration & characterization
- Experience in:
- Analog & digital circuit design/debugging
- Power electronics (low-voltage/high-current systems)
- Strong troubleshooting skills using lab tools
- Experience across full lifecycle: concept → build → bring-up → support
Strongly Preferred
- Embedded subsystems
- Motion control systems
- Sensor & transducer technologies
- Power distribution systems
- Communication protocols (CAN, Ethernet, RS-232, RS-485)
Preferred Qualifications
- Medical device experience
- Familiarity with industry standards
- Exposure to PLM tools and change management
- EMI/EMC knowledge in harness design
Key Skills
- Wire harness design & routing
- Electrical schematics interpretation
- NX Routing (3D harness design)
- Component selection & validation
Strong analytical and communication skills
Salary : $40 - $45