Senior Electrical Engineer | Design Work | PCB

Michael Page; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Unlimited PTO Policy

401k

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an Electrical Engineer in Boston. The role involves resolving electrical issues and improving designs for consumer or medical devices, with an emphasis on reliability and cost reduction. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, design tasks, and integrating components. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, 5+ years of experience, and strong problem-solving skills. This position offers a salary range of $120,000 to $200,000 along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electronic systems development.
• Ability to approach challenges creatively and with strong problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in debugging electrical designs.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to new product development and enhance existing designs.
• Diagnose and resolve production issues.
• Perform electrical design tasks like schematic creation and PCB layout.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical capabilities

Communication skills

Hands-on electronics assembly

PCB design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

KiCad

Altium

Job description

Description

The role focuses on resolving electrical issues found in development, manufacturing, and the field, while contributing to design improvements, cost reduction efforts, and preparation for entry into the EU market. You will work closely with hardware, firmware, manufacturing, and supplier teams in the US and Asia to improve system reliability and performance.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of new products and the enhancement of existing designs, including efforts focused on improving reliability and reducing cost.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve issues encountered in production and in the field.
• Perform electrical design tasks such as schematic creation, PCB layout, and bill‑of‑materials management.
• Travel to manufacturing partners in Asia as required to support development and production activities.
• Assist with EMC and safety certification processes to meet regulatory standards in the US and EU.

Profile

The role focuses on resolving electrical issues found in development, manufacturing, and the field, while contributing to design improvements, cost reduction efforts, and preparation for entry into the EU market. You will work closely with hardware, firmware, manufacturing, and supplier teams in the US and Asia to improve system reliability and performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor\'s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience developing electronic systems in consumer or medical device industries.
• Proven ability to approach challenges with creativity and strong problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent analytical and organizational capabilities, with strong communication skills for both technical and non‑technical audiences, along with consistent, thorough documentation habits.
• Ability to operate effectively both independently and within a small team, take ownership of technical issues, and contribute across functions to keep projects moving forward.
• Hands-on experience with electronics assembly, rework, and repair.
• Proficient in bringing up and debugging electrical designs using standard laboratory tools and instrumentation.
• Experience integrating electronic components into complex mechanical assemblies.
• Skilled in PCB design, including schematic capture and layout, using tools such as KiCad or Altium.
• Familiarity with certification and compliance testing processes.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with BLDC motor drive systems and eddy current braking technologies.
• Background working with a range of sensor technologies (e.g., encoders, load cells, thermocouples).
• Knowledge of high-voltage system design (up to 400 VDC) and safety‑isolation practices.
• Experience developing firmware prototypes in C and using scripting languages (e.g., Python, MATLAB) for data processing and analysis.
• Understanding of thermal management techniques for electronic systems.

Job Offer

• Annual Base Salary: $120,000 - $200,000
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Premiums 100% Paid For
• Unlimited PTO Policy
• 401k

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual\'s status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.