Electrical Engineer

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom; Brainerd (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is looking for an Electrical Engineer to drive the development of IoT-enabled products. This role involves designing and optimizing PCBs, developing firmware, and integrating cutting-edge technologies to create efficient and reliable solutions. You will collaborate across engineering disciplines to bring products from concept to production, ensuring compliance with industry standards. If you are a hands-on problem solver with a passion for IoT and firmware development, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in hardware design and firmware development.
• Proficiency in embedded C/C++, Python, and PCB design.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop PCBs and firmware for IoT devices.
• Lead product development from concept to production.

Skills

Embedded C/C++

Firmware Development

Problem Solving

Wireless Communication Protocols

IoT Systems

PCB Design

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

KiCad

Diptrace

AWS IoT

Azure IoT

Google Cloud IoT

Job description

Seeking an Electrical Engineer with expertise in electrical engineering (EE), firmware development, product design, manufacturing, and IoT systems. This role requires a hands-on problem solver who can take products from concept to production while integrating cutting-edge technology. The ideal candidate will work across multiple engineering disciplines to design, develop, and optimize innovative solutions for our IoT-enabled products.

Electrical Engineering & Firmware Development:

• Design and develop PCBs, circuit layouts, and power management systems for IoT devices.
• Develop and optimize firmware for embedded systems, focusing on real-time processing and low-power operation.
• Work with wireless communication protocols (LoRa, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, LTE, NB-IoT, etc.).
• Debug and test hardware and firmware to ensure optimal performance.

Product Design & Development:

• Lead the end-to-end product development lifecycle, from concept to production.
• Optimize product design for functionality, manufacturability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Collaborate with mechanical to integrate electronics into enclosures with considerations for thermal, environmental, and durability constraints.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and certifications (FCC, CE, UL, etc.).

Manufacturing & Production Support:

• Work closely with manufacturers department and suppliers to bring designs into mass production.
• Define testing procedures, quality control measures, and production validation processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing defects to improve yield and reliability.
• Develop and maintain BOMs, assembly drawings, and process documentation.

IoT System Integration & Connectivity:

• Design IoT-enabled products with cloud connectivity and edge processing capabilities.
• Integrate IoT devices with platforms, APIs, and mobile applications.
• Work on OTA firmware updates, remote diagnostics, and security for IoT deployments.
• Collaborate with software engineers to develop data pipelines and real-time monitoring dashboards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in hardware design, firmware development, and product engineering.
• Proficiency in embedded C/C++, Python, and Basic based firmware development.
• Hands-on experience with PCB design (KiCad, Diptrace).
• Strong knowledge of wireless communication standards and sensor integration.
• Experience working with IoT platforms (AWS IoT, Azure IoT, Google Cloud IoT, etc.).
• Familiarity with DFM (Design for Manufacturing) and DFA (Design for Assembly) best practices.
• Understanding of industrial and consumer electronics product lifecycles.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with low-power design and battery optimization.
• Knowledge of machine learning at the edge and AI-driven IoT applications.
• Experience with mobile app and cloud API integration.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently and cross-functionally in a fast-paced product development environment.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Computers and Electronics Manufacturing