Electrical Engineer

Innovative Drive Corporation; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from senior engineers

Hands-on prototyping experience

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Innovative Drive Corporation is seeking a highly motivated Electrical Engineer in Reno, Nevada. This role offers hands-on exposure to the complete product lifecycle in the field of medical devices, from concept to manufacturing transfer.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, along with experience in design verification and regulatory documentation. Benefits include mentorship from industry leaders and involvement in diverse medical technologies.

Qualifications

• 1–8 years of experience in medical device, biotech, or regulated industry preferred.
• Proficiency in creating schematics and PCB layouts.
• Understanding of engineering principles like mechanics and materials.

Responsibilities

• Support product design and development of medical devices according to standards.
• Participate in prototype fabrication and concept development.
• Generate and execute engineering test protocols.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

3D CAD (Altium)

SPICE

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated Electrical Engineer to join our multidisciplinary medical device design and development team. This role offers hands‑on exposure to the full product lifecycle — from early concept generation and prototyping through design verification, regulatory documentation, and manufacturing transfer.

Key Responsibilities

• Support product design and development of Class I–III medical devices in accordance with FDA and international regulatory standards
• Participate in concept development, feasibility studies, and prototype fabrication
• Create schematics and PCB layouts, 3D CAD models, and detailed engineering drawings (Altium)
• PCB bring‑up, simulation, and testing (Altium and SPICE)
• Embedded programming in collaboration with Software Engineer to support microcontroller based embedded devices
• Interface with machinists, vendors, and contract manufacturers
• Participate in technical reviews with cross‑functional teams (engineering, quality, regulatory)
• Assist with root cause investigations and engineering change orders (ECOs)
• Read and understand technical datasheets and IEC requirements
• Generate and execute engineering test protocols

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 1–8 years of experience (internships/co‑ops in medical device, biotech, or regulated industry preferred)
• Proficiency in 3D CAD (Altium strongly preferred)
• Understanding of engineering fundamentals: mechanics, materials, tolerance stack‑ups
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, team‑based environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in custom PCBA design and embedded systems
• Exposure to FDA Design Controls (21 CFR 820)
• Experience with rapid prototyping (3D printing, machining, laser cutting)
• Basic knowledge of medical device regulatory pathways (510(k), IDE, PMA)
• Familiarity with GD&T
• Experience with test method development and validation
• Knowledge of ISO 13485 quality systems

Benefits

• Direct exposure to the complete product development lifecycle
• Mentorship from senior engineers and industry leaders
• Experience across multiple clinical specialties
• Hands‑on prototyping and lab testing experience
• Understanding of regulatory and quality systems in a real‑world environment
• Fast‑paced, collaborative engineering environmentHigh accountability with significant professional growth opportunity
• Exposure to diverse medical technologies and surgical disciplines

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. The contents of this description are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills required of personnel so classified.

It is the policy of this organization to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, religious preference, or veteran status in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.