Electrical Engineer / PCB / FPGA

Kelly Services; Canton (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 96,000; Part time

Job summary

Motion Recruitment Partners is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer in the Boston area. The role focuses on PCB-level design, mixed-signal FPGA-based systems, and power conversion for medical technology and robotics applications.

You will work hands-on from concept to production, with emphasis on test, troubleshooting, and reliability. The position offers a contract-to-hire arrangement and requires strong communication skills, extensive PCB design experience, and a background in

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering.
• 8+ years of direct PCB-level electrical design experience.
• Experience designing FPGA-based mixed-signal systems.
• Experience with analog, digital, interface, and power conversion circuitry.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Experience using oscilloscopes, function generators, power supplies, and multimeters.
• Experience with PCB design tools such as OrCAD Capture, PADS, or Allegro.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on electrical design and lab testing.
• Troubleshoot and provide production support.
• Develop product engineering documentation.
• Conduct compliance and reliability testing.
• Collaborate with team and provide customer technical support.

Skills

Hands-on design

Troubleshooting

FPGA design

Mixed-signal design

Power electronics

PCB-level design

Communication skills

Oscilloscope use

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

Advanced degree

Tools

OrCAD Capture

PADS

Allegro

Oscilloscopes

Function generators

Power supplies

Multimeters

Job description

$65 - $70

A leading medical technology and advanced motion control company in the great Boston area is looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer. The team develops high-performance motor drives and motion solutions used in surgical robotics, robotic vehicles, semiconductor manufacturing, and satellite systems. This is an opportunity to work directly with mixed-signal, analog, digital, FPGA, microcontroller, and power-conversion technologies.

The standout feature of this opportunity is the chance to work on highly sophisticated electronics supporting cutting-edge robotics, medical technology, and advanced automation. They're looking for an experienced PCB-level Electrical Engineer who enjoys hands‑on design, troubleshooting, testing, and bringing new products from concept through production.

Contract Duration: Contract to Hire

Required Skills & Experience

• BS in Electrical Engineering
• 8+ years of direct PCB-level electrical design experience
• Experience designing FPGA-based mixed-signal systems
• Experience with analog, digital, interface, and power conversion circuitry
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Experience using oscilloscopes, function generators, power supplies, and multimeters
• Experience with PCB design tools such as OrCAD Capture, PADS, or Allegro
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experience with motor drives or motion control systems
• FPGA-based systems experience
• Knowledge of EMC and electrical safety standards
• Familiarity with functional safety requirements
• Experience with compliance and reliability testing
• Experience developing test plans, specifications, and test reportsAdvanced degree in Electrical Engineering

What You Will Be Doing

Tech Breakdown

• 30% Mixed-Signal Electronics
• 25% Digital / FPGA / Microcontroller Systems
• 25% Power Electronics / Power Conversion
• 10% PCB Design / Engineering Documentation
• 10% Test, Compliance & Reliability

Daily Responsibilities

• 35% Hands-On Electrical Design & Lab Testing
• 25% Troubleshooting & Production Support
• 20% Product Development & Engineering Documentation
• 10% Compliance / Reliability Testing
• 10% Team Collaboration & Customer Technical Support

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP's Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.