Electrical/Electronic Product Design Engineer

Cognizant; Foxborough (MA); On-site; USD 128,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Electrical/Electronic Product Design Engineer to design and prototype innovative products. This role involves creating control systems and collaborating with software teams to ensure product success. Join a dynamic team focused on advancing technology and product development.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Holidays

401(k)

Disability

Parental Leave

Stock Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in designing MCU, MPU, or FPGA-based control systems.
• Experience in digital and analog mixed circuit design.

Responsibilities

• Design and prototype MCU, MPU, or FPGA-based electronic control systems.
• Collaborate with software/firmware teams to troubleshoot technical issues.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CST

PSPICE

Cadence

Allegro

Windchill PDM

Job description

Electrical/Electronic Product Design Engineer

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Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled Electrical/Electronic Product Design Engineer to design and prototype new products, focusing on electrical components and electronic controllers. This role also involves supporting software/firmware development for new product prototypes, leveraging technological advancements.

Essential Functions:

1. Design, verify, and prototype MCU, MPU, or FPGA-based electronic control systems and communication interfaces.
2. Utilize hardware development facilities and Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) tools for product development.
3. Design and implement PCB designs that meet electrical, EMC, Safety, mechanical, thermal, and DFM/DFP requirements.
4. Collaborate with the software/firmware team to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
5. Work with other engineering resources, project management, and purchasing to solve complex problems.
6. Maintain aggressive product development schedules.
7. Operate with minimal supervision and work effectively as part of a team.
8. Develop demonstration platforms to showcase team work.
9. Participate in standardization groups to advance technologies.
10. Create training plans and train teams on EMC, PCB, and other HW-related matters.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical, Electronic, Automation Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in designing MCU, MPU, or FPGA-based control systems.
• Experience in digital and analog mixed circuit design.
• Knowledge of communication protocols like I2C, CAN, RS485, USB, PCIe, Ethernet, etc.
• Proficiency in simulation (CST, PSPICE), schematic capture (Cadence), and PCB layout (Allegro).
• Expertise in DC-DC power converter circuits.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with mechanical and manufacturing teams.
• Experience with PLM tools like Cadence, Allegro, Windchill PDM.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with ANSI C and Assembly language.
• Knowledge of bootloader and device drivers.

About Cognizant’s IoT Practice:

We develop IoT-enabled products that connect people with processes, revolutionizing industries and experiences through human-centered, connected products.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary: $128K – $150K + COLA + Bonus, based on experience.
• Benefits include health insurance, paid holidays, 401(k), disability, parental leave, stock purchase plan.

Applications accepted until June 14, 2025.