Electrical Design Engineer - Hardware & Firmware

Whelen Engineering; Cedar Lake (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Connecticut is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer. This role involves developing and integrating hardware and embedded firmware for new products. Candidates should have a BSEE degree and a solid understanding of circuit design, analysis, and troubleshooting. Proficiency in embedded C/C++ programming is required, along with strong collaboration skills to work across engineering disciplines. Competitive salary and professional development opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Degree in BSEE from an ABET accredited college or university.
• Proficient understanding of general circuit design and analysis.
• Experience with circuit simulation using SPICE.
• Hands-on skills with common hand tools.
• Proficient in the use of common electronic test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and integrate hardware and firmware for new products.
• Perform circuit simulation and design.
• Troubleshoot hardware and analyze systems.
• Work closely with other engineering disciplines.

Skills

Circuit design

Embedded C/C++ programming

SPICE simulation

Schematic capture

Hardware troubleshooting

Engineering integration

Analytical skills

Education

BSEE from an ABET accredited college

Tools

Altium Designer

IAR Embedded Workbench

Digital multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Function generators

Job description

A leading engineering firm in Connecticut is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer. This role involves developing and integrating hardware and embedded firmware for new products. Candidates should have a BSEE degree and a solid understanding of circuit design, analysis, and troubleshooting. Proficiency in embedded C/C++ programming is required, along with strong collaboration skills to work across engineering disciplines. Competitive salary and professional development opportunities are offered.