Electrical Engineer I

Ontario Trillium Foundation; Town of Conklin (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k retirement contribution matching

Health savings options

Relocation assistance

Tuition/reimbursement

Job summary

Universal Instruments is seeking an Electrical/Hardware Development Engineer to design and develop mixed-signal motion controllers and peripherals for high-performance automation equipment. You will tackle small form factor challenges, analog sensing, and motion control.

The role involves close collaboration with engineers, and individual contribution on multiple projects, with travel <10% as needed. Competitive compensation and robust benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with 0–2 years of relevant work experience (Master’s preferred).
• Knowledge of Analog / Mixed Signal circuit design with understanding of noise, mismatch, etc.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers on hardware development projects.
• Contribute as an individual on one or more projects.
• Review product test methods, fixtures, and results for test efficacy and product qualification.

Skills

Analog design

Mixed signal design

Circuit debugging

Hardware development

FPGA experience

C/C++ familiarity

PCB layout

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Cadence Allegro

Xilinx Vivado

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Data acquisition

SPICE simulations

Job description

The Role:

• The Electrical Engineer for Hardware Development will design and develop various mixed signal motion controllers and other peripherals used in next generation of high performance automated assembly equipment.
• Design challenges include small form factor, analog sensing, motion control, and mixed signal design.

What You’ll Do:

• Work with engineers to provide technical collaboration.
• Individual contribution on one or more projects.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with 0-2 years of relevant work experience: Master’s Preferred.
• Knowledge of Analog / Mixed Signal circuit design with understanding of concepts like noise, mismatch etc.

Ideal Candidate Will Demonstrate the Following:

• Light knowledge of high‑precision voltage regulators, op‑amps, comparators, buck switching converters, LDOs
• Knowledge of design suites such as Cadence, for schematic entry, layout and SPICE simulations
• Propensity to develop, debug, verify and characterize the design of electronic, electrical and electro‑mechanical circuits and integrated systems.
• Interest in hardware/firmware design using processors, FPGA, sensors, actuators, mixed signal analog and/or digital circuits via schematic entry, layout, simulation, and optimization. Design of the functional circuit is supported by analytical calculations and circuit simulation.
• Interest in hands‑on design, review, prototyping, bring‑up, debugging, verification, and validation testing as well as manufacturing start‑up support.
• Review product test methods, fixtures, and results for test efficacy and product qualification.

Skills:

• Academic experience with PCB design software (Cadence Allegro preferred).
• Academic experience with tools such as Xilinx Vivado or ISE for FPGA design.
• Laboratory equipment including oscilloscopes, multimeters, data acquisition, power supplies, soldering, etc.
• Exposure to languages such as: C/C++, C#, PLC Ladder Logic, and HMI design and programming.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to use a computer on a frequent basis.
• Ability to understand and interpret detailed documents and drawings.
• Ability to communicate clearly with colleagues and in giving presentations.
• The ability to travel to other company sites may occasionally be required <10%.

Universal Instruments is an EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled employer

Target Annual Pay Rate: $70,000 - $75,000 + Robust Benefits

~ What “U” Can Do For You ~

Rewards Package:

• Competitive Compensation, Bonus Strategies, 401k Retirement Contribution Matching, Health Savings Options with Monthly Company Contributions and Investment Capability, Flexible Spending Options, Objective Merits, and Relocation Assistance.

Career Development:

• Relevant Tuition, Upskilling, and Certification Reimbursement, Mentorship, Merit System, Educational Institution Relations.

Work/Life Balance:

• Competitive Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Wellness Hours.

Health & Wellbeing:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and Other Supplemental Coverage Options.

Company Culture:

• Professional and Respectful Work Environment Driven by Our “6-C’s” Core Values: Customer-Centric, Collaboration, Creativity, Character, Courage, and Community.