Electrical Engineer (Junior Level)

Intellectt Inc; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical devices company in Irvine, CA is looking for a motivated Junior Electrical Engineer. The role involves supporting the design, development, and testing of electrical systems for medical device products. Candidates should have exposure to PCB design and hardware testing. Key responsibilities include assisting in PCB assembly design, performing electrical testing, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates seeking to grow their engineering careers. Competitive salary and training provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field is required.
• 6 months to 1 year of hands-on experience needed.
• Basic knowledge of PCB design concepts is necessary.
• Familiarity with medical devices or industrial automation is a plus.
• Strong documentation skills are important.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, development, and testing of PCB assemblies.
• Support schematic capture and layout review.
• Perform electrical testing and validation of systems.
• Assist with automation equipment integration.
• Collaborate with mechanical and firmware teams.

Skills

PCB design concepts

Communication skills

Multimeters and oscilloscopes

Troubleshooting

Basic electronics knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium

OrCAD

Job description

Job Title: Electrical Engineer (Junior Level)

Experience: 6 Months – 1 Year

Industry: Medical Devices / Automation

Location: Irvine, CA

Job Summary: We are seeking a motivated Junior Electrical Engineer to support the design, development, and testing of electrical and electronic systems for medical device and automation products. This role is ideal for candidates with hands‑on exposure to PCB design, hardware testing, and regulated environments, looking to grow their engineering career.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the design, development, and testing of PCB assemblies and electronic circuits
• Support schematic capture, layout review, and BOM preparation
• Perform electrical testing, debugging, and validation of boards and systems
• Assist with automation equipment integration and troubleshooting
• Support documentation activities including design records, test reports, and work instructions
• Collaborate with mechanical, firmware, manufacturing, and quality teams
• Follow FDA, ISO 13485, and company quality system requirements
• Support prototype builds, ECOs, and engineering changes

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related field
• 6 months to 1 year of hands‑on experience or relevant internships/co‑ops
• Basic knowledge of PCB design concepts and electronic components
• Experience with multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, and lab equipment
• Familiarity with medical devices or industrial automation is a plus
• Understanding of electrical schematics and circuit analysis
• Strong documentation and communication skills

Preferred Skills:

• Exposure to PCB design tools (Altium, OrCAD, Eagle, KiCad, or similar)
• Basic knowledge of embedded systems or firmware interaction
• Experience in regulated environments (FDA, ISO, GMP)
• Familiarity with automation systems, sensors, motors, or PLC basics
• Hands‑on experience with prototype testing and failure analysis