Senior PCB Design Engineer

Overview

Lead design and development of advanced analog/digital electronics and PCBs.

Key Responsibilities

• pcb design
• circuit design
• system architecture
• design validation
• project management
• team mentorship

Tasks

-PCB Design and Layout Oversight: Lead and mentor the PCB design process, ensuring that layouts are optimized for signal integrity, manufacturability, and thermal management. Review and approve PCB designs, ensuring compliance with industry standards (e.g., IPC-2221) and internal design guidelines. Oversee the entire PCB development lifecycle, including schematic capture, layout, review, and prototyping. Perform simulations (e.g., thermal, electromagnetic, signal integrity) to validate PCB design before mass production. -Drive continuous improvement in design processes, tools, and methodologies to enhance efficiency, reduce errors, and improve time-to-market. -Advanced Circuit Design and System Architecture: Lead the design and development of analog and digital circuits, power systems, and signal processing subsystems for complex products. Define system-level architecture and component selection for electronic systems, ensuring performance, reliability, and manufacturability. Develop and validate circuit designs, from initial concept through simulation, prototyping, testing, and integration. Design and implement complex control systems, including microcontrollers, DSPs (digital signal processors), and FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Arrays), as required for product functionality. -Oversee the testing of prototypes and production units to verify functional performance, compliance with industry standards, and quality assurance. -Coordinate with project managers and other departments (e.g., manufacturing, quality, and supply chain) to ensure timely delivery of design solutions. -Compliance and Standards: Ensure designs meet all applicable regulatory requirements (e.g., CE, UL, RoHS, REACH) and industry standards (e.g., IEC, IEEE). Ensure that all design documentation is complete, accurate, and compliant with internal and external quality systems (e.g., ISO 9001). Oversee the preparation and maintenance of the bill of materials (BOM), schematics, PCB designs, test reports, and other design documentation. -Noise Levels: The noise level is moderate, with occasional interruptions from phone calls and conversations. Use non-canceling headphones if necessary. -Evaluate and implement new technologies (e.g., IoT, wireless communication, embedded systems) to enhance product offerings and improve design quality. -Prototyping and Integration: Oversee the prototyping and testing of new designs, ensuring that the systems perform as intended in real-world conditions. Lead the integration of new electronic components and subsystems into larger, complex systems. Develop test plans, protocols, and procedures for hardware validation, performance testing, and debugging of prototypes. Work closely with mechanical, software, and firmware teams to ensure seamless integration of hardware with other system components. -Lead the design and development of analog and digital circuits, power systems, and signal processing subsystems for complex products. -Develop test plans, protocols, and procedures for hardware validation, performance testing, and debugging of prototypes. -Cross-Department Collaboration: Work closely with hardware, software, firmware, and mechanical engineering teams to ensure that electronic systems meet the overall product specifications. Collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure that designs are producible and that designs comply with the company's design for manufacturability (DFM) principles. Assist in the preparation and execution of design reviews with internal stakeholders and external customers or regulatory bodies. -Work closely with mechanical, software, and firmware teams to ensure seamless integration of hardware with other system components. -Oversee the entire PCB development lifecycle, including schematic capture, layout, review, and prototyping. -Lead and mentor the PCB design process, ensuring that layouts are optimized for signal integrity, manufacturability, and thermal management. -Assist in the preparation and execution of design reviews with internal stakeholders and external customers or regulatory bodies. -Develop and maintain project timelines, resource plans, and risk management strategies to ensure that projects are completed on schedule and within budget. -Design and implement complex control systems, including microcontrollers, DSPs (digital signal processors), and FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Arrays), as required for product functionality. -Project Management and Technical Leadership: Take ownership of major design projects, from initial planning and concept through to final implementation and production. Coordinate with project managers and other departments (e.g., manufacturing, quality, and supply chain) to ensure timely delivery of design solutions. Develop and maintain project timelines, resource plans, and risk management strategies to ensure that projects are completed on schedule and within budget. Provide regular updates to senior management on project progress, key milestones, and potential risks. -Collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure that designs are producible and that designs comply with the company's design for manufacturability (DFM) principles. -Continuous Improvement and Innovation: Drive continuous improvement in design processes, tools, and methodologies to enhance efficiency, reduce errors, and improve time-to-market. Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in electronic design to maintain cutting-edge skills and bring innovative solutions to the organization. Evaluate and implement new technologies (e.g., IoT, wireless communication, embedded systems) to enhance product offerings and improve design quality. -Lead design reviews and technical discussions, ensuring that all engineering solutions meet design objectives and are of the highest quality. -Ensure that all design documentation is complete, accurate, and compliant with internal and external quality systems (e.g., ISO 9001). -Lead the integration of new electronic components and subsystems into larger, complex systems. -Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment, encouraging the team to explore creative solutions and continuous improvements in design processes. -Work closely with hardware, software, firmware, and mechanical engineering teams to ensure that electronic systems meet the overall product specifications. -Troubleshoot complex electrical issues during design, testing, and production, applying root cause analysis and resolving design defects or failures. -Mentorship and Team Leadership: Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior and mid-level engineers, helping them grow in their roles and develop strong design skills. Lead design reviews and technical discussions, ensuring that all engineering solutions meet design objectives and are of the highest quality. Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment, encouraging the team to explore creative solutions and continuous improvements in design processes. Lead cross-functional teams to address design challenges and ensure the successful execution of complex engineering projects. -Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior and mid-level engineers, helping them grow in their roles and develop strong design skills. -Lead cross-functional teams to address design challenges and ensure the successful execution of complex engineering projects. -Take ownership of major design projects, from initial planning and concept through to final implementation and production. -Using computers: Typing and using office equipment. -Lead the creation of comprehensive test plans for new designs and modifications, ensuring alignment with product requirements and quality standards. -Develop and validate circuit designs, from initial concept through simulation, prototyping, testing, and integration. -Perform simulations (e.g., thermal, electromagnetic, signal integrity) to validate PCB design before mass production. -Define system-level architecture and component selection for electronic systems, ensuring performance, reliability, and manufacturability. -Oversee the prototyping and testing of new designs, ensuring that the systems perform as intended in real-world conditions. -Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in electronic design to maintain cutting-edge skills and bring innovative solutions to the organization. -Ensure designs meet all applicable regulatory requirements (e.g., CE, UL, RoHS, REACH) and industry standards (e.g., IEC, IEEE). -Review and approve PCB designs, ensuring compliance with industry standards (e.g., IPC-2221) and internal design guidelines. -Provide regular updates to senior management on project progress, key milestones, and potential risks. -Oversee the preparation and maintenance of the bill of materials (BOM), schematics, PCB designs, test reports, and other design documentation. -Design Validation and Testing: Lead the creation of comprehensive test plans for new designs and modifications, ensuring alignment with product requirements and quality standards. Oversee the testing of prototypes and production units to verify functional performance, compliance with industry standards, and quality assurance. Troubleshoot complex electrical issues during design, testing, and production, applying root cause analysis and resolving design defects or failures.

Requirements

• c/c++
• rtos
• altium
• pcb design
• bachelor's
• problem solving

What You Bring

-Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, results-oriented attitude. -Lifting: Light, less than 10 pounds. -Proficient in reading and writing basic firmware for microcontrollers/microprocessors (e.g., ARM Cortex, PIC, AVR), including experience with C/C++ programming for hardware bring-up, peripheral configuration, and debugging via JTAG/SWD tools. -Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. -Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to guide junior engineers and foster a collaborative team environment. -Standing or walking: Occasionally for meetings or office tasks. -Familiarity with RTOS environments such as FreeRTOS or CMSIS-RTOS for task scheduling and peripheral management. -Ventilation: Good ventilation to ensure a comfortable working environment, though this can vary depending on the building. -Strong hands-on experience in circuit-level troubleshooting using oscilloscopes, multimeters, logic analyzers, and other bench tools to diagnose and resolve complex analog, digital, and mixed-signal hardware issues. -Ergonomics: Workstations with desk and adjustable chairs to support good postures. -Solid understanding of electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), signal integrity, power distribution, and thermal design considerations. -Proficient in electronic design and simulation tools (e.g., Altium Designer, OrCAD, LTSpice, MATLAB, PSpice). -Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment. -Knowledge of wireless communication technologies (e.g., Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Zigbee) and IoT systems is desirable. -Minimum of 5 years of experience in electronic circuit design, PCB layout, and system-level integration. -Experience using IDEs such as STM32CubeIDE, MPLAB X, or Atmel Studio; toolchains like GCC and IAR. -Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field. -Expertise in analog and digital signal processing, microcontroller and FPGA programming, and embedded system design. -Experience with high-speed, high-voltage, and mixed-signal circuit design is a plus. -Repetitive motions: Frequent use of keyboard and mouse. -Lighting: Adjustable lighting to reduce eye strain. -Strong experience with PCB design and layout software (e.g., Altium, Eagle, KiCad, Mentor Graphics).

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Benefits

-Company paid short term and long-term disability (unless covered by a state disability plan) -Flexible Time Off Policy -Company paid life insurance and AD&D -Eligible employees may receive four (4) weeks paid Care Giver leave after 1 year of service or in accordance with state leave laws -Tiered Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance options, Health savings (HSA), healthcare & dependent care flexible spending (FSA) accounts -401(k) plan that provides a 4% Safe Harbor company match on a 4% employee contribution that begins on Day 1 -Paid sick leave of 48 hours per calendar year -Nine (9) paid company holidays per year -Employee Wellness and Financial Assistance Resources through Cigna and NY Life -Eligible for benefits the first day of the month after you start -Annual bonus opportunity of 12% based on company performance -Annual equity award of $10K

About Mesa Laboratories, Inc.

-is a global leader in providing high-quality scientific instruments and services. -specializes in solutions for testing and monitoring critical systems. -offers a range of innovative products, from bioprocessing and quality assurance to laboratory testing. -is a trusted partner for pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and healthcare industries. -diverse portfolio includes calibration equipment, biological indicators, and sterilization monitoring. -works on a global scale, supporting industries that rely on precision and compliance with rigorous standards. -has been a pioneer in the development of automated testing and monitoring systems. -has experienced consistent growth, expanding into new international markets with ease. -is particularly known for its leadership in the healthcare and life sciences sectors.

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Security Clearance

-criminal background check required upon offer acceptance.