Medical Device PCBA & Embedded Engineer — FPGA & Python

Real; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision benefits

401K enrollment options

9 holidays + 13 days PTO

Job summary

Real in North San Jose, CA is seeking an Electrical Engineer focused on PCBA design, embedded systems, and FPGA integration to ensure production readiness, cost-effectiveness, and robust hardware for medical device manufacturing.

The role requires hands-on PCBA work, FPGA experience, and strong Python scripting for test automation, with a 12-month initial contract and potential extension. Interviews available via virtual format this week.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience in PCBA and PCB design.
• Knowledge of FPGA development or integration (preferred: hands‑on design background).
• Solid understanding of embedded systems, including low-level hardware/software interaction.
• Python proficiency for embedded test automation and system validation (required).
• Degree in Electrical Engineering (preferred) or Mechatronics.
• Familiarity with electronics manufacturing, component sourcing, and supplier technical engagement.
• Experience within medical devices or other regulated, high‑quality hardware industries (strong plus).

Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight of PCBA and PCB designs as they move from R&D into manufacturing and supplier environments.
• Support DFM/DFT reviews, ensuring designs are optimized for scalable, reliable production.
• Evaluate and guide suppliers on FPGA, embedded, and PCBA manufacturing capabilities.
• Collaborate with sourcing, manufacturing engineering, and quality to qualify new suppliers and processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electronics manufacturing issues, including component failures, test yield problems, or firmware/hardware interaction issues.
• Provide embedded-level support and verification; Python proficiency is required for scripting, automation, and testing across hardware systems.
• Ensure all electronics-related supply chain activities meet medical‑device compliance and documentation standards.

Skills

Mixed-signal design

Schematic capture and PCB layout

Python programming

Embedded programming

Altium design

Education

Electrical Engineering

Mechatronics

Job description

Real in North San Jose, CA is seeking an Electrical Engineer focused on PCBA design, embedded systems, and FPGA integration to ensure production readiness, cost-effectiveness, and robust hardware for medical device manufacturing.

The role requires hands-on PCBA work, FPGA experience, and strong Python scripting for test automation, with a 12-month initial contract and potential extension. Interviews available via virtual format this week.