Senior Electrical Engineer

Smith & Nephew; Andover (MA); Hybrid; USD 97,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Hybrid Work Model

Paid Holidays

Wellbeing Benefits

Dental

Vision

Flexible PTO

Volunteer Time Off

Job summary

Smith+ Nephew in Andover, MA is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to advance medical device hardware, including high-speed digital electronics, image acquisition, and video streaming. You will own board design, schematics, and component selection in a cross-functional team with FPGA and software engineers.

The role requires a minimum BSc in Electrical or Computer Engineering and 5+ years of high-speed board design, with a proven track record taking products from concept to launch.

Qualifications

• BSc in Electrical or Computer Engineering required.
• 5+ years in high-speed board design.
• Experience taking at least two products from concept to launch.
• Experience in cross-functional teams with electrical, software, systems and mechanical engineers.
• Hands-on troubleshooting with lab equipment (scope, analyzer, meters).
• Experience with medical device design controls and regulatory standards (FDA/ISO).

Responsibilities

• Design, prototype, and develop digital electronics for medical products, including high-speed board design.
• Create and review schematics; own component selection based on requirements.
• Collaborate with FPGA and software teams for connectivity and functionality.
• Conduct design reviews; develop test protocols and fixtures; document results.
• Support regulatory testing and ensure compliance with FDA/ISO standards.
• Maintain existing products and assist with vendor technical questions.

Skills

High-speed board design

Cross-functional teamwork

Troubleshooting

Digital/analog electronics

Medical device experience

FPGA/Embedded

Education

BSc in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscope

Logic analyzer

Multimeters

ECAD tools

Job description

Senior Electrical Engineer (Andover, MA/Hybrid) Life Unlimited

At Smith+ Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. Smith+ Nephew’s Arthroscopic Enabling Technologies division is working on the development of the next generation of medical devices to enable surgeons to perform minimally invasive surgery. As we grow, we are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer, who will be a solid contributor to the development of medical device hardware, encompassing digital image acquisition and processing, computer vision, and video streaming. This is an exciting career opportunity for a high potential engineer interested in advancing their career through the design and development of sophisticated, high-speed digital electronics for medical applications.

What will you be doing?

• Design, prototype, and develop digital electronics design within Smith+ Nephew medical products: Perform tasks related to high speed, multilayer, board design.
• Create and review schematics.
• Own components selection based on given requirements.
• Incorporate interoperability between boards based on electrical system architecture.
• Support electrical component library management.
• Collaboration: Work with FPGA and SW designers to support FPGA and on-board Processor connectivity and functionality.
• Conduct technical design reviews as needed.
• Test/debug: Bring-up of prototype circuit boards.
• Develop of test protocols and fixtures.
• Document results of testing and failure analysis.
• Participate in technical support to other groups as required to bring a product successfully through commercialization.
• Help maintain existing products and support Smith+ Nephew vendor technical questions.
• Coordinate and support electrical safety (IEC/UL 60601-1, IEC 60601-2-2, IEC 60601-2-18) and EMC (IEC60601-1-2) certification testing.
• Perform design control functions to ensure compliance with FDA, ISO, and other regulatory bodies.
• Participate in ownership of Design History Files, writing specifications and test documents (protocols/report) as needed.

What will you need to be successful?

• Minimum BSc in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in high-speed board design, leveraging good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• This includes experience in taking at least two products from inception to launch.
• Experience working in a cross-functional team of electrical, software, systems, and mechanical engineers.
• Proven experience in hands on trouble shooting, problem solving and critical thinking (making logical decisions based on data collected).
• Proven experience in using lab equipment and debugging tools such as oscilloscope, logic analyzer and multimeters.
• Experience with design controls, preferably in the medical device industry.
• Experience in IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IC 60601-2-18, and IEC 60601-2-2 is preferred.
• Experience with Analog circuits and microcontroller hardware and software is preferred.
• Experience in a work environment with rapid growth and quick scope changes is desired.

Travel Requirements: Less than 10% You.

You. Unlimited We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve. Inclusion and Belonging- Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Inclusion and Belonging, Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (https://www.smith-nephew.com/).

Benefits

• 401k Matching Program
• 401k Plus Program
• Discounted Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Flex Holidays
• Paid Community Service Day
• Your Wellbeing: Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Parental Leave
• Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program
• Flexibility: Hybrid Work Model (For most professional roles)
• Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship
• Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!

The anticipated base compensation range for this position is $96,500- $167,500 USD annually. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role at Smith + Nephew. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. In addition to base pay, we provide competitive bonus and benefits, which include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k, tuition reimbursement, medical leave programs, parental leave, and generous PTO, paid company holidays annually and 8 hours of Volunteer time and a variety of wellness offerings such as EAP.

Smith+ Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

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Smith+ Nephew is a global medical technology company. We design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. We support healthcare professionals to return their patients to health and mobility, helping them to perform at their fullest potential. From our first employee and founder, T.J. Smith, to our team today, it’s our people who make Smith+ Nephew a unique place. Yes, we love to innovate and develop exciting technologies, and we offer competitive salaries and progressive benefits. But it’s our culture - of Care, Collaboration and Courage - that really sets us apart. Through a spirit of ownership and can-do attitude we work together to win. We’re a company of people who care about each other, about our customers and their patients, and about our communities. Together, we fulfill our shared purpose of Life Unlimited.