Principal Hardware Instrument Engineer

Draper; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 95,000 - 245,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Workplace flexibility

Employee clubs

Job summary

Draper in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Principal Hardware Instrumentation Engineer to design, test, and oversee manufacturing of electronics systems for state-of-the-art sensors and actuators. You’ll lead hardware architectures and guide electronics development with cross-disciplinary teams.

Requires a strong background in electrical engineering, 10+ years of experience, and the ability to obtain a US government security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field required.
• Advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in electrical engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Designs new products and develops technical specifications for their production.
• Analyzes hardware configuration and tests hardware conformance to specifications.
• Independently drives solutions to complex problems — develops requirements and adapts to changing customer needs.
• SME able to develop advanced architectures and designs for complex electronics.
• Supports business development activities including leading proposals with sponsors.
• Identifies program/system-level technical risks and develops mitigation strategies.
• Communicates status to project leadership and customers across multidisciplinary teams.
• Develops, documents, and teaches best practices to teammates; demonstrates organization and time management.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Schematic capture

PCB layout

Circuit simulation

System modeling

Prioritization

Analytical thinking

Organization

Time management

Communication

Learning agility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Spice

Job description

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a 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

A Principal Hardware Instrumentation Engineer designs, develops, tests, and oversees the manufacturing of electronics systems for state-of-the-art sensors and actuators used in a wide array of applications. The engineer will work closely with multi-disciplinary teams to help shape hardware architectures and lead electronics development activities by applying sound engineering and project management principles.

Job Description

Job Description

Duties/Responsibilities

• Designs new products and develops technical specifications for their production.
• Analyzes hardware configuration and processing solutions and tests hardware conformance to specifications.
• Independently drives solutions to complex problems - develops requirements, proposes ways forward when customer requirements are unclear or incomplete, and adapts appropriately to changes in requirements.
• Subject Matter Expert (SME) able to develop advanced architectures and designs for complex electronics.
• Supports business development activities including leading the development of proposals and engaging with sponsors.
• Identifies program/system-level technical risks and develops and executes mitigation strategies.
• Ability to manage multi-disciplinary tasks with cross functional teams and effectively communicates status to project leadership and customers.
• Develops, documents, and teaches best practices to less experienced teammates; Demonstrates strong organization, planning, and time management skills to achieve program goals.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills/Abilities

• Proficient with schematic capture and printed circuit board layout.
• Ability to perform circuit simulation using Spice or other simulation tools.
• System modeling and analysis experience using MATLAB, Simulink, or other comparable tools.
• Ability to prioritize tasks
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Eager to learn new technical skills and expand their depth/technical knowledge.

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field required. Advanced degree preferred.

Experience

10+ years of experience in electrical engineering or related field.

Additional Job Description

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a US governement security clearance.

Job Location - City

Cambridge

Job Location - State

Massachusetts

Job Location - Postal Code

02139-3563

The US base salary range for this full-time position is

$95,000.00 - $245,000.00

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement's approved rates by location and role. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or benefits.

Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including 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.

Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. 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, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact [e-mail].