Electrical Engineer II

NK Labs, LLC; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

NK Labs, LLC in Cambridge, MA is seeking an Electrical Engineer II to design printed circuit boards and electronic sub-assemblies. You will work closely with customers and interdisciplinary teams to determine system requirements and translate them into practical hardware solutions.

The role emphasizes hands-on lab work, PCB bring-up, and rigorous testing to deliver reliable, high-performance electronics for diverse clients. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience designing electronic hardware.
• Experience with PCB CAD software (Altium, Eagle, ORCAD).
• Experience with circuit simulation (SPICE) and lab testing.
• Knowledge of high-speed digital design and signal integrity.
• Experience with board-level protocols (I2C, SPI, USB, PCI).
• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with customers and teams to determine system requirements.
• Design PCBs and electronic sub-assemblies.
• Perform PCB bring-up and lab testing to identify issues.
• Support the development of first-of-a-kind systems.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

Eagle

OrCAD

Job description

Electrical Engineer II

NK Labs is a product design engineering firm in Cambridge, MA. We design products and build prototypes for some of the best-known technology companies and the most innovative startups. We bring our clients' ideas to life and solve their toughest technical challenges. We are a team of electrical, mechanical, and software engineers who work together to figure out what is possible with the laws of physics, and then work together to build it and get it into high-volume production.

Job Description

We are looking for an Electrical Engineer II to design printed circuit boards and electronic sub-assemblies. The candidate should have a solid understanding of the fundamental principles of electrical engineering, practical experience designing and building systems, and a willingness to get their hands dirty in the lab to solve problems.

Key Responsibilities

Work with customers and interdisciplinary teams to determine system requirements

Create block diagrams, select components for analog and digital circuits

PCB bring-up and lab testing - identify and solve problems

Work with interdisciplinary teams to build working first-of-a-kind systems

Requirements

At least four years experience designing electronic hardware

Experience with PCB CAD software, such as Altium Designer, Eagle, ORCAD, etc.

Experience with circuit simulation in SPICE, soldering, using test equipment

Familiarity with high-speed digital design, controlled impedance, crosstalk, signal integrity

Experience with board-level communication protocols (e.g. I2C, SPI, USB, PCI, etc.)

Excellent communication, computer, reporting, and analytical skills

Strong work ethic and organizational skills

Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field