Electrical Engineer / PCB / FPGA

Motion Recruitment Partners LLC; Canton (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Motion Recruitment Partners LLC in the Boston area seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer to design and bring to production high-performance motor drives and motion electronics for robotics and automation. This role focuses on hands-on PCB design, debugging, testing, and delivering robust hardware from concept through production.

The position involves working with analog, digital, FPGA, and power-conversion domains, plus collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure reliability and

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering required.
• 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.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead PCB-level electrical design from concept to production.
• Hands-on troubleshooting, testing, and lab validation.
• Collaborate on product development and engineering documentation.
• Support compliance and reliability testing.

Skills

PCB design

FPGA-based mixed-signal systems

Analog/digital circuitry

System troubleshooting

Lab instrumentation

Written & verbal communication

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

Advanced degree (desirable)

Tools

OrCAD Capture

PADS

Allegro

Job description

A leading medical technology and advanced motion control company in the great Boston area islooking 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 reports
• Advanced 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