Electrical Engineer II

Ultima Genomics; Iowa; On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Flexible spending (FSA) / Health SAVER

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Ultima Genomics seeks an Electrical Engineer II to shape the electrical design of next‑gen sequencing instruments. This on‑site role in Fremont, CA collaborates with firmware, mechanical, and software teams to deliver reliable, high‑performance electronics.

You will design PCBs, manage components, run tests, and document changes across the product lifecycle, leveraging Altium or KiCad and SPICE for validation.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 2+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Hands-on experience designing custom PCBs and mixed-signal electronics with embedded microcontrollers.
• Experience collaborating with firmware engineers on hardware–software integration and with mechanical and other engineering teams on design integration.
• Strong understanding of signal and power integrity.
• Proficiency with Altium Designer or KiCad for schematic capture and PCB layout creation and review; SPICE for simulations.
• Experience designing industrial electrical systems, including power-supply sizing, wire-harness design, and electrical enclosure layouts.
• Knowledge of EMI/EMC mitigation techniques; strong troubleshooting skills with measurement equipment.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Experience with Python for test automation and data analysis is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Shape the technical direction of next-generation automated sequencing instruments, taking electronic designs from concept through production across robotics, precision motion control, high-speed data acquisition, mixed-signal electronics, and test automation
• Translate system requirements into electrical specifications, participate in design reviews and risk assessments, and support applicable safety, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), and regulatory compliance activities
• Design custom printed circuit boards (PCBs) and wire harnesses for complex electromechanical systems, including component selection, schematic capture, layout collaboration, and design documentation
• Define and execute experiments to verify hardware and firmware functionality, characterize performance, and evaluate board-level failure modes
• Perform prototype testing, document findings and design improvements, and support new product integration, manufacturing readiness, and the transition to volume production
• Design automated test and measurement systems to identify component-level failures; troubleshoot electrical issues and collaborate with cross-functional teams and vendors to determine root causes and implement corrective actions
• Develop build, test, and training documentation; maintain electrical design records, bills of materials, and engineering changes; and manage component obsolescence and alternate-part qualification throughout the product lifecycle
• Other job duties as assigned

Skills

PCB design

Embedded microcontrollers

Signal integrity

Power integrity

Firmware collaboration

Python for test automation

Bench measurement proficiency

Communication skills

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Altium Designer

KiCad

SPICE

Job description

Rapidly Growing Life Sciences Technology Company

Ultima Genomics is a rapidly growing company that is developing ground-breaking genomics technologies. Our mission is to continuously drive the scale of genomic information to enable unprecedented advances in biology and improvements in human health. We have developed a foundational new approach to sequencing at scale that overcomes limitations due to the high costs of current technologies. We are well-funded and have raised approximately $600 million from global top-tier investors. Our team brings together unique and diverse expertise across multiple disciplines, from healthcare and life sciences, to engineering, to technology and software and beyond. We are a collaborative group, including successful entrepreneurs, chemists, hardware and software engineers, genomics and biotechnology experts, molecular and computational biologists, software and algorithm experts, and operations and commercial leaders. Join us to develop and commercialize technologies that unleash the power of genomics at scale and empower the future of human health.

We are looking for a highly motivated Electrical Engineer II to join our team!

This is an exciting opening for an experienced Electrical Engineer who wants to be part of team that makes the world a better place.

This is a full-time onsite position at our Fremont, CA location.

How You’ll Contribute

• Shape the technical direction of next-generation automated sequencing instruments, taking electronic designs from concept through production across robotics, precision motion control, high-speed data acquisition, mixed-signal electronics, and test automation
• Translate system requirements into electrical specifications, participate in design reviews and risk assessments, and support applicable safety, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), and regulatory compliance activities
• Design custom printed circuit boards (PCBs) and wire harnesses for complex electromechanical systems, including component selection, schematic capture, layout collaboration, and design documentation
• Define and execute experiments to verify hardware and firmware functionality, characterize performance, and evaluate board-level failure modes
• Perform prototype testing, document findings and design improvements, and support new product integration, manufacturing readiness, and the transition to volume production
• Design automated test and measurement systems to identify component-level failures; troubleshoot electrical issues and collaborate with cross-functional teams and vendors to determine root causes and implement corrective actions
• Develop build, test, and training documentation; maintain electrical design records, bills of materials, and engineering changes; and manage component obsolescence and alternate-part qualification throughout the product lifecycle
• Other job duties as assigned

Qualifications, Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• BS in Electrical Engineering or a related field
• 2+ years of relevant industry experience
• Hands-on experience designing custom PCBs and mixed-signal electronics with embedded microcontrollers. Experience collaborating with firmware engineers on hardware–software integration and with mechanical and other engineering teams on design integration. Strong understanding of signal and power integrity
• Proficiency with electronic design tools such as Altium Designer or KiCad for schematic capture and PCB layout creation and review. Experience using circuit-simulation tools such as SPICE
• Experience designing industrial electrical systems, including power-supply sizing, component selection, wire-harness design, and electrical enclosure or panel layout
• Knowledge of EMI/EMC mitigation techniques, including grounding, shielding, filtering, and selection of appropriate harness and interconnect components
• Strong troubleshooting skills for board-level electronics and complex multidisciplinary systems, with hands-on proficiency using bench and portable measurement equipment
• Excellent organizational and communication skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Experience with Python for test automation and data analysis, or with designing automated test platforms and reliability test setups, is a strong plus

At Ultima Genomics, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. This role pays between $110,000 and $125,000, if performed in California, and your actual base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending & health savings account; paid holidays; paid time off; employee assistance program; and other company benefits.

Ultima Genomics is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable laws. See also Ultima Genomics’ EEO Policy and Know Your Rights. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting [e-mail].