Electrical Engineer

Brightpath Associates LLC; Jacksonville (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Job summary

A specialized engineering firm in Jacksonville, IL, seeks an Electrical Engineer to support electronics manufacturing through testing and validation of systems. The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 3 years of relevant experience. Key skills include electronics testing, troubleshooting, and hands-on experience with SMT soldering. This full-time position offers a collaborative environment with a focus on continuous improvement in manufacturing processes and systems.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in electronics testing, troubleshooting, or manufacturing support.
• Solid understanding of microcontroller architectures, embedded systems, and communication protocols.
• Hands-on experience with SMT soldering, rework, and prototype assembly.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing, troubleshooting, and validation of electronic assemblies and PCBs.
• Support design-for-manufacturing activities, including PCB layout review.
• Assemble, test, and debug prototypes and pre-production units.

Skills

Electronics testing

Troubleshooting

SMT soldering

Microcontroller architectures

Embedded systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

Multimeters

SolidWorks

Job description

Recruitment Specialist @ Brightpath Associates LLC | Talent Acquisition Expert

Job Title - Electrical Engineer

Job Location - Jacksonville, IL

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail‑oriented Electrical Engineer / Test Specialist to support our electronics manufacturing and engineering teams. This role focuses on troubleshooting, testing, and validating electrical assemblies and systems. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of electrical and electronic principles, hands‑on lab experience, and the ability to analyze and resolve technical issues in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing, troubleshooting, and validation of electronic assemblies and PCBs to ensure functionality and reliability.
• Work extensively with microcontroller‑based systems (8‑bit to 32‑bit) and peripherals including RTC, Timers, ADC, DAC, PWM, Interrupts, DMA, Capture/Compare, and UART.
• Program and configure C compilers, work with and without RTOS environments, and interface with USB, TCP/IP, CAN, and Modbus RTU communication stacks.
• Support design‑for‑manufacturing activities, including PCB layout review (2–6 layers), component placement, and high‑current/high‑voltage considerations.
• Operate and maintain engineering pick‑and‑place equipment, including loading components, adjusting for odd shapes, and verifying placement accuracy.
• Perform fine‑pitch SMT soldering and rework down to 0402 components using both leaded and lead‑free solder.
• Assemble, test, and debug prototypes and pre‑production units, ensuring alignment with engineering requirements.
• Develop and build test jigs, simulators, and fixtures, including wiring schematics, panel layouts, and safe use of hand tools.
• Operate and interpret results from oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters, waveform generators, spectrum analyzers, and high‑voltage power supplies.
• Create and refine Bills of Materials (BOMs) by cross‑referencing general components (resistors, capacitors, ICs, diodes, etc.) to in‑house part numbers, ordering prototypes, and applying appropriate scrap factors.
• Maintain accurate, repeatable test data and assist in root cause analysis for production or field issues.
• Install and troubleshoot engineering software, firmware tools, and driver issues as needed for testing or production support.
• Perform data collection, feasibility analysis, and assist in process or product improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to support builds, testing, and continuous improvement.
• Use Outlook, Word, Excel, SolidWorks, CAB, and online databases to locate technical documentation, data sheets, and component specifications.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Ideal Candidates

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering Technology, or related discipline (or equivalent hands‑on experience).
• 3+ years of experience in electronics testing, troubleshooting, or manufacturing support.
• Solid understanding of microcontroller architectures, embedded systems, and communication protocols.
• Skilled in use of test and measurement equipment for signal tracing and circuit validation.
• Hands‑on experience with SMT soldering, rework, and prototype assembly.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Other

Industries

Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Disability insurance