Electronics Engineer / Freelance

RKS Design; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Paid Holidays

401(k)

Vacation

Job summary

A leading design firm in Los Angeles is seeking a highly skilled freelance Electronics Engineer with over 5 years of hands-on experience to join their interdisciplinary team. The role involves designing electronic systems for various product categories, collaborating closely with mechanical and software teams, and developing prototypes. Strong proficiency with electronic design tools and excellent problem-solving skills are essential. Join us to drive innovation in product design and development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience designing electronics for commercial or industrial products.
• Experience with embedded systems and basic firmware development is preferred.
• Knowledge of safety, EMI/EMC, and regulatory standards (FCC, CE, etc.) is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design electronic systems for consumer, medical, and industrial products.
• Create schematics and develop PCB layouts.
• Build and program proof-of-concept electronics prototypes.
• Build and program proof‑of‑concept electronics prototypes (e.g., Arduino, Raspberry Pi, custom boards).
• Work with mechanical engineers to ensure seamless integration of electronics into the physical product design.
• Collaborate with firmware and software developers to ensure hardware compatibility and performance.
• Perform troubleshooting, testing, and debugging of hardware systems throughout the development lifecycle.
• Contribute to documentation for design intent, testing procedures, compliance, and production hand‑off.
• Provide insight into design‑for‑manufacturing (DFM), regulatory compliance, and BOM cost optimization.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions, technical reviews, and product refinement workshops.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and component innovations relevant to product development.

Skills

Hands-on experience designing electronics

Proficiency with design tools (Altium, Eagle)

Problem-solving skills

Strong communication

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Altium Designer

Eagle

KiCad

Job description

Los Angeles, United States | Posted on 09/24/2025

RKS has been at the forefront of Industrial Design in the United States for the last 40 years. We have built a reputation for delivering full-spectrum product design and development services—creating meaningful innovation across industries, from medical devices and consumer electronics to wearables and home goods. Our cross‑functional approach integrates design, engineering, and human‑centered thinking to produce award‑winning products that drive emotional connection and market success.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Electronics Engineer to consult on a freelance basis with our interdisciplinary team. This role requires a hands‑on, systems‑level thinker who can architect and implement electronic subsystems within a variety of product categories. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with mechanical, software, and industrial design teams to develop elegant, functional, and manufacturable products from concept through prototyping.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop electronic systems for consumer, medical, and industrial products.
• Create schematics, select components, and develop PCB layouts using tools such as Altium or Eagle.
• Develop, debug, and test analog and digital circuits including micro‑controllers, power supplies, sensors, and wireless modules.
• Build and program proof‑of‑concept electronics prototypes (e.g., Arduino, Raspberry Pi, custom boards).
• Work with mechanical engineers to ensure seamless integration of electronics into the physical product design.
• Collaborate with firmware and software developers to ensure hardware compatibility and performance.
• Perform troubleshooting, testing, and debugging of hardware systems throughout the development lifecycle.
• Contribute to documentation for design intent, testing procedures, compliance, and production hand‑off.
• Provide insight into design‑for‑manufacturing (DFM), regulatory compliance, and BOM cost optimization.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions, technical reviews, and product refinement workshops.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and component innovations relevant to product development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related discipline; Master’s degree is a plus.
• 5+ years of hands‑on experience designing electronics for commercial or industrial products.
• Proficiency with electronic design tools (Altium Designer, Eagle, KiCad, or similar).
• Strong understanding of micro‑controller systems, low‑power design, sensor integration, and communication protocols (I2C, SPI, UART, BLE).
• Experience with embedded systems and basic firmware development is preferred.
• Ability to rapidly prototype and iterate on electronic subsystems.
• Excellent problem‑solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of safety, EMI/EMC, and regulatory standards (FCC, CE, IEC, ISO 60601, etc.) is a strong advantage.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in client‑facing or cross‑disciplinary team environments.
• Prior consulting or agency‑based product development experience.
• Familiarity with medical device development cycles and documentation practices is a plus.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) as defined in the employee handbook
• Vacation

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