Electrical Engineer

LanceSoft, Inc.; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

LanceSoft, Inc. in North Chicago, IL seeks an Engineer II to provide hands-on lab support for troubleshooting and evaluating complex electromechanical systems used in product development and service engineering activities.

This role is heavily lab-focused (about 80% of time) diagnosing PCBs, cables, fluidics, motors, and other components with oscilloscopes and diagnostic tools, documenting findings and collaborating with software, hardware, firmware, and systems engineers to resolve issues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience; minimum 6 months hands-on engineering experience gained via employment, internships, co-ops, labs or projects.
• Experience troubleshooting electronic and electromechanical systems.
• Ability to independently investigate, diagnose, and resolve technical issues.
• Strong technical documentation and reporting skills.
• Comfortable working in a laboratory environment and performing repetitive testing activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on troubleshooting and fault isolation of PCBs, cables, fluidic systems, mechanical hardware, motors, valves, pumps, and related components.
• Utilize oscilloscopes and other diagnostic tools to identify and resolve system issues.
• Conduct system runs, testing activities, evaluations, and engineering analyses to support product development and service engineering efforts.
• Collaborate with software, hardware, and firmware engineers to investigate and resolve technical issues.
• Execute design verification testing, document results, and generate engineering test reports.
• Build, modify, and evaluate prototype fixtures, tools, and breadboard assemblies.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including procedures, specifications, schematics, and mechanical layouts.
• Apply engineering principles and independent judgment to solve complex technical problems with minimal supervision.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, process enhancements, and risk management activities.
• Ensure compliance with FDA regulations, quality requirements, and company procedures.

Skills

PCB troubleshooting

Oscilloscopes

Electrical troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

Engineering testing

Technical documentation

Schematic reading

Lab operations

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biomedical/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Duration: 12 Months (11/09/2026 to 11/08/2027)

Position Summary:

Client is seeking an Engineer II to provide hands-on laboratory support for troubleshooting and evaluating complex electromechanical systems used in product development and service engineering activities. This role is heavily lab-focused, with approximately 80% of time spent diagnosing and resolving issues related to printed circuit boards (PCBs), cables, fluidics, mechanical hardware, motors, pumps, valves, and system-level components using oscilloscopes and other diagnostic tools.

The successful candidate will work independently to identify root causes, conduct testing and analysis, document findings, and collaborate closely with software, hardware, firmware, and systems engineers to resolve technical issues. This position requires a strong troubleshooting mindset, the ability to execute test protocols, and experience working within an engineering laboratory environment.

Key Skills:

• PCB troubleshooting and diagnostics
• Oscilloscopes and electronic test equipment
• Electrical and mechanical troubleshooting
• Root cause analysis
• Engineering testing and validation
• Technical documentation
• Reading schematics and engineering drawings
• Laboratory operations and support
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Cross-functional collaboration

Key Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on troubleshooting and fault isolation of PCBs, cables, fluidic systems, mechanical hardware, motors, valves, pumps, and related components.
• Utilize oscilloscopes and other diagnostic tools to identify and resolve system issues.
• Conduct system runs, testing activities, evaluations, and engineering analyses to support product development and service engineering efforts.
• Collaborate with software, hardware, and firmware engineers to investigate and resolve technical issues.
• Execute design verification testing, document results, and generate engineering test reports.
• Build, modify, and evaluate prototype fixtures, tools, and breadboard assemblies.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including procedures, specifications, schematics, and mechanical layouts.
• Apply engineering principles and independent judgment to solve complex technical problems with minimal supervision.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, process enhancements, and risk management activities.
• Ensure compliance with FDA regulations, quality requirements, and company procedures.

Required Experience & Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering field required.
• 3-5 Year experience; Minimum 6 months of hands-on engineering experience gained through professional employment, internships, co-ops, research labs, or academic projects.
• Experience troubleshooting electronic and electromechanical systems.
• Ability to independently investigate, diagnose, and resolve technical issues.
• Strong technical documentation and reporting skills.
• Comfortable working in a laboratory environment and performing repetitive testing activities.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with fluidics systems, motors, pumps, valves, and instrumentation.
• Exposure to medical devices, diagnostics, or regulated environments.
• Experience supporting design verification or product development activities.
• Familiarity with prototype development, fixtures, and custom tooling.
• Knowledge of FDA-regulated environments and quality systems.