Principal Hardware Engineer

ETS-Lindgren GmbH; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 137,000 - 172,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Principal Hardware Design Engineer to innovate and develop cutting-edge instruments for the electric power sector. This role involves engaging in the design and development of hardware, requiring expertise in analog circuit design, FPGA development, and signal processing. You will lead design verification, run simulations, and collaborate with software engineers to create effective interfaces. Join a dynamic team that values creativity and technical excellence, where your contributions will directly impact the future of power generation and distribution technology. If you have a passion for engineering and a drive for innovation, this opportunity is tailored for you.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in analog circuit design with a focus on instrumentation.
• Strong knowledge in FPGA development and signal processing techniques.

Responsibilities

• Participate in system design and prototyping of concepts.
• Run simulations and supervise board layouts for new designs.

Skills

Analog Circuit Design

Microprocessor Designs

FPGA Development (Verilog)

Signal Filtering

Small Signal Measurement

Digital Signal Processing

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SPICE

PSIM

ModelSim

Xilinx FPGA Development Tools

Altera FPGA Development Tools

Schematic Capture Tool

MATLAB

Job description

We are seeking a Principal Hardware Design Engineer who will be responsible for participating in the research, design, and development of instruments for testing in the electric power generation, transmission, and distribution industry. The products being developed will require the Engineer to employ a broad array of skills covering many areas of hardware design. As such, this person should have some familiarity in the following areas: Microprocessor designs, FPGA development (Verilog), analog measurement, analog filtering, digital filtering, A/D implementations, current and voltage amplifiers. We are looking for someone who has significant design strengths in small signal measurement, signal filtering topologies, and instrumentation. The Engineer is responsible for running simulations, where appropriate, to evaluate designs. The Engineer is responsible for all part selections, schematic capture, and supervising the board layout. Responsibilities will include participating in the system design, experimentation, and prototyping of concepts for evaluation. The Engineer must be able to participate in a team environment while managing their own assigned responsibilities. This role will be based in our Marlborough, MA office reporting to the Director of Engineering.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• May have architectural oversight on product development.
• Help bring new technologies into product architectures as solutions to the implementation of the product.
• Innovate new product features based on the ability to transform technical possibilities into practical realities.
• Develop design specifications for hardware design and enhancements.
• Run simulations, where appropriate, to evaluate designs.
• Supervision of board layouts.
• Effectively develop timelines for assigned work.
• Debug and bring-up of new boards.
• Work with software engineers to refine interfaces between different assemblies.
• System integration and development in a team environment.
• Lead design verification and testing of the completed design.
• Participate in project team meetings.
• This employee will be a member of design teams that will review all decisions as a whole.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in analog circuit design with a focus on instrumentation.
• Familiarity with Microprocessor designs, FPGA development (Verilog), analog measurement, analog filtering, digital filtering, A/D implementations.
• Design experience with power amplifiers and switch mode power electronics (DC/DC, DC/AC).
• Familiarity with various simulation tools (SPICE, PSIM, ModelSim).
• Ability to provide constructive feedback and insights on others’ designs.
• Ability to express ideas clearly in both written and oral communications.
• Ability to independently plan and organize one’s own activities.
• Significant experience with small signal measurements and digital signal processing techniques.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE (Not Required):

• Experience with power amplifiers.
• Familiarity with Xilinx or Altera FPGA development tools (ISE Vivado/Quartus).
• Familiarity with a schematic capture tool and layout tool.
• Basic knowledge of Linux and firmware development (C/C++).
• Basic experience with PC software and tool development.
• Familiarity with MATLAB and one of the SPICE equivalents.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to stand, sit, use computers, read, write, type, use copy machines, file paperwork, use telephones, and utilize written and oral communication to interact with clients, co-workers, and customers. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job. Must be capable of lifting 30 pounds. Must use assistance when lifting 50 or more pounds.

Actual base salary offered to the hired applicant will be determined based on their work location, level, qualifications, job-related skills, as well as relevant education or training experience.
Salary Pay Range Minimum $137,042.07 - Midpoint $171,302.58

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law, are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) prohibits discrimination by employers, in compensation and employment opportunities, against qualified individuals with disabilities who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the “essential functions” of a job. A function may be essential for any of several reasons, including: the job exists to perform that function, the employee holding the job was hired for his/her expertise in performing the function, or only a limited number of employees are available to perform that function.