Electrical Engineer

Protingent; Hood River (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Protingent Staffing has an exciting direct hire Electrical Engineer opportunity in Hood River, OR. You will design, analyze, and document analog, digital, and power electronic circuits for aerospace applications, and perform PCB layout with Altium Designer.

You will prepare detailed design documentation, support prototype bring-up and testing, and participate in design reviews to ensure IPC compliance and proper integration with mechanical and software systems. U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• Knowledge of engineering theories and practices to resolve issues.
• Knowledge of processes, procedures, technology or software.
• 3-5 years in a developmental engineering environment.
• Physically able to lift up to 20 pounds.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and teamwork.
• Strong time management and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and document analog, digital, and power electronic circuits for aerospace applications.
• Perform schematic capture and PCB layout using Altium Designer.
• Prepare and maintain design documentation including BOMs and fabrication packages.
• Support prototype assembly, bring-up, and testing.
• Troubleshoot, perform root-cause analyses on prototypes and RMAs.
• Participate in design reviews and ensure adherence to IPC and internal standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for integration with mechanical and software systems.
• Serve as liaison between engineering, procurement, and vendors.
• Respond to fabrication/drawing questions and support DFM reviews.
• Maintain organized design records and configuration control.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Schematic capture

PCB layout

Analytical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field

Tools

Altium Designer

Job description

Position Title

Electrical Engineer

Position Description

Protingent Staffing has an exciting direct hire Electrical Engineer opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and document analog, digital, and power electronic circuits for aerospace applications.
• Perform schematic capture and printed circuit board (PCB) layout using Altium Designer.
• Prepare and maintain detailed design documentation, including schematics, bills of materials (BOMs), and fabrication/release packages.
• Support prototype assembly, bring-up, and functional testing.
• Perform troubleshooting and root-cause analysis on prototypes, production units, and returned materials (RMAs).
• Participate in design and peer reviews; review the work of other engineers for correctness, completeness, and adherence to standards.
• Ensure designs comply with internal design practices and applicable industry standards (e.g., IPC).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve design issues and ensure proper integration with mechanical and software systems.
• Serve as technical liaison between engineering, procurement, and PCB fabrication/assembly vendors.
• Respond to vendor questions regarding PCB fabrication drawings, assembly drawings, and manufacturing packages.
• Support Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reviews during design release.
• Maintain organized design records and configuration control of design artifacts.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of internal design and documentation processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or other related Engineering discipline.
• Knowledge of engineering theories, concepts and practices to resolve difficult or unusual issues.
• Knowledge in processes, procedures, technology or software.
• 3-5 years in a developmental engineering environment, preferred.
• Physically able to lift up to 20 pounds (materials/equipment).
• Effective use of computer, laptop, cell phone and other mobile device to exchange information.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent team skills and team-oriented.
• Excellent time management skills and meets deadlines.
• Flexible; able to multi-task in response to time-sensitive and changing situations.
• Effective listening skills.
• Objective, solution-oriented problem-solving skills.
• Handles highly sensitive and confidential information.
• Resourceful, able to network and connect people to appropriate resources.
• Technology savvy, comfortable using MS software products.
• Strong planning and organizational skills and follow through.
• Resilient, stays positive and solution-oriented.
• Perceptive, discovers underlying issues in situations and re-states them in a helpful way.
• Self-starter with a strong work ethic, able to work without direct supervision.

Job Details

Job Type: Full-time

Salary Range: $90-170K

Location: Hood River, OR (Onsite)

Due to government contract requirements, this position is restricted to U.S. Citizens only.

About Protingent

Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies.

We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.