Electronics Engineer

AMETEK Inc.; Kent (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK Inc. is seeking an Electronics Engineer in Ohio to design and validate electronics for motors and related systems. You will develop firmware, design hardware, and collaborate with teams to meet cost, reliability, and performance goals.

The role involves hands-on work, lab testing, and occasional travel up to 10%. Candidates should have a degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering and experience with motor control electronics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
• Experience with firmware for motor control or similar applications.
• Strong Python and testing skills.
• Familiar with lab equipment and debugging tools.
• Willing to travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain firmware in C/C++ and Python for motor drives, control interfaces, and communication protocols.
• Assist in developing hardware for motor drives and build test fixtures.
• Analyze customer specs and propose cost-effective, feasible solutions.
• Plan and execute experimental testing to validate product performance.
• Support manufacturing teams and customers with troubleshooting and product launches.
• Use engineering software and lab equipment to design, simulate, and test electronics.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Sales, Marketing, and Applications Engineering.
• Ensure projects meet timelines and budget targets.

Skills

Firmware development

Python

Electronics design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Tools

STM32

dsPIC33

Altium

PADS

KiCAD

LabVIEW

CAN

RS232

I2C

SPI

UART

Job description

Join the Bison team as an Electronics Engineer and help shape the future of motion control technology. We’re looking for a hands-on engineer who thrives in collaborative environments and is passionate about designing smart, reliable electronics for pumps, gearmotors, and blowers used across industries. These products are built to exceed expectations for durability, reliability and customization, meeting the high standards of our global customer base.

What you will do:

• Design and maintain firmware in C/C++ and Python for motor drives, control interfaces, and communication protocols.
• Assist in developing hardware for motor drives and build test fixtures.
• Analyze customer specs and propose cost-effective, feasible solutions.
• Plan and execute experimental testing to validate product performance.
• Support manufacturing teams and customers with troubleshooting and product launches.
• Use engineering software and lab equipment to design, simulate, and test electronics.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Sales, Marketing, and Applications Engineering.
• Ensure projects meet timelines and budget targets.

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering (or equivalent); 0-5 years of Engineering experience
• Solid understanding of digital and analog circuit design and microcontroller interfaces.
• Experience writing and modifying firmware for motor control applications.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with Python and engineering tools such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, and multimeters.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-marking, work quality, and to reduce costs. The successful candidate must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs.
• Lab-based role with occasional lifting of motors up to 35 lbs.
• Domestic and international travel up to 10%.
• Experience with STM32, dsPIC33, or similar processors.
• Knowledge of motor control algorithms (PI, PID, FIR/IIR filters).
• PCB design experience using Altium, PADS, or KiCAD.
• GUI development in Python (e.g., Tkinter), and LabView familiarity.
• Hands‑on skills in SMT soldering, board-level modifications, and basic machining.
• Understanding of CAN, RS232, I2C, SPI, USART, ADC, DAC interfaces.
• Exposure to UL standards, EMC, EMI, RF, and embedded systems.
• Experience with 3D printing and CAD tools.

Compensation

Employee Type: Salaried

Currency: USD

Salary Minimum: 70,000

Salary Maximum: 95,000

Incentive: No

Disclaimer:Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000colleagues, in 35countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK isacomponent of the S&P 500. Visit https://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 [phone].