Electrical Engineer

Adecco; Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco is assisting a customer in Windsor, CT to recruit an Electrical Engineer for a permanent position with travel to Illinois. The role focuses on testing, validation, and development of electronic assemblies and PCB-level hardware, requiring hands-on SMT soldering and data analysis.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years in electronics testing or manufacturing support, strong MCU knowledge, and proficiency with test equipment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in electronics testing, troubleshooting, or manufacturing support.
• Solid understanding of microcontroller architectures, embedded systems, and protocols.
• Skilled with test and measurement equipment for signal tracing and validation.
• Hands-on SMT soldering, rework, and prototype assembly.
• Strong mechanical aptitude for handling small components and lab tools.
• Excellent documentation, organization, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing, troubleshooting, and validation of electronic assemblies and PCBs.
• Work with microcontroller-based systems and peripherals (RTC, Timers, ADC, DAC, PWM, UART).
• Program and configure C compilers; interface with USB, TCP/IP, CAN, and Modbus stacks.
• Support design-for-manufacturing, PCB layout review and HV considerations.
• Operate pick-and-place equipment; ensure placement accuracy.
• Perform fine-pitch SMT soldering and rework down to 0402 components.
• Assemble, test, and debug prototypes and pre-production units.
• Develop test jigs, fixtures, and wiring schematics.
• Use oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and spectrum analyzers for data.
• Create and refine BOMs and manage component sourcing.

Skills

Electronics testing

Troubleshooting

Manufacturing support

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

Multimeters

SMD soldering

Job description

Adecco is assisting a customer in Windsor who is sourcing for an Electrical Engineer. This is a perm opportunity that will requires some travel to Illinois. The rate of pay is 80k -110k depending on experience.

Job 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.

Qualifications

• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. in compliance with ITAR regulations.
• 8+ 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.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and fine motor skills for working with small components and lab tools.
• Excellent documentation, organization, and communication skills.

Pay Details

Pay Details: $80.00 to $110.00 per year

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.