Hardware Electronics Engineer 2

Draper Labs; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Workplace flexibility

Employee clubs

Health and finance workshops

Off-site social events

Job summary

Draper Labs is seeking an experienced Electronics/Electrical Engineer in Cambridge, MA, who will be responsible for designing and overseeing the manufacturing of electronics and a variety of engineering activities. The ideal candidate must have at least 3-5 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field.

The position promises a collaborative work environment, significantly contributing to various critical projects from military defense to biomedical engineering. Comprehensive benefits, including workplace flexibility and a focus on work-life balance, are included.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in electrical engineering or a related field.
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Translate project requirements into hardware architectures.
• Innovatively solve issues and drive project completion.
• Build, debug, and test prototypes and deliverables.
• Prepare manufacturing documentation and provide support.
• Research and enable innovative solutions for designs.

Skills

Electronic design proficiency

Detailed design specifications writing

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Master’s degree

Job description

Overview

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with the promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross‑fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.

Job Description Summary

An Electronics/Electrical Engineer designs, develops, tests, and oversees the manufacturing of electrical printed circuit boards (PCBs), analog and digital circuits, electronic equipment, sensors, motors, radar and navigation systems. The engineer develops the architecture, designs circuits, performs simulations, performs physical layout, verifies and tests designs, and carries out a variety of engineering activities throughout the life‑cycle to support planning, design, test, deployment, and sustainment.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Translates project and system requirements into well‑defined hardware architectures working with cross‑functional teams.
• Innovatively solves issues, drives completion of the project to schedule, and collaborates with other technical contributors.
• Builds, debugs, and tests prototypes and deliverable hardware.
• Prepares documentation for manufacturing and provides continuous support.
• Researches and enables innovative solutions for cutting‑edge designs.
• Engages other engineers and partners to develop reliable, cost‑effective end solutions for products.
• Collaborates and communicates with management, internal, and development partners regarding design status, project progress, and issue resolution.
• Independently executes assignments with minimal oversight.
• Able to apply technical knowledge to solve problems.
• Contributes high quality content for technical reports and presentations with minimal guidance.
• Proactively identifies needs and concerns associated with design decisions and communicates them to project leadership.

Skills/Abilities

• Proficiency in electronic design.
• Ability to write detailed design specifications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Thorough understanding of engineering theories and procedures.

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.

Experience

3-5 years of experience in electrical engineering or a related field.

Additional Job Description

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance.

Job Location

• City: Cambridge
• State: Massachusetts
• Postal Code: 02139‑3563

Salary

The U.S. base salary range for this full‑time position is $75,000.00 – $156,000.00.

Benefits

Draper supports work‑life balance through workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off‑site social events, and discounts to local museums and cultural activities.

EEO Statement

Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, services, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact [e-mail].