Senior Electrical Engineer - Motion Control & Encoder Systems

novanta; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 121,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Novanta in the United States is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to design, simulate, and test mixed-signal electronics for precision motion control sensors and encoders. You will collaborate across optical, firmware, mechanical, and manufacturing teams to refine requirements and ensure product performance.

Responsibilities include developing PCBs, performing detailed troubleshooting, validating subsystems, and generating rigorous documentation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in electrical engineering focused on mixed-signal circuit design, development, and testing.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related advanced field.
• Proficiency in analog and digital electronics design, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in laboratory skills, including setting up and running experiments.
• Proficiency in Altium PCB design tools and methodologies.
• Proficiency in LTspice or comparable simulation tools.
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as EtherCAT, BiSS‑C, SPI and SSI
• Excellent problem‑solving skills with a detail‑oriented mindset.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary engineering team

Responsibilities

• Design, simulate, and test mixed-signal electronics for motion-control sensors and encoder technologies.
• Develop PCB layouts and document results.
• Support system integration and supplier quality.
• Perform detailed troubleshooting and data-driven testing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet performance objectives.

Skills

Mixed-signal design

PCB design

LTspice

Altium

Testing

Signal integrity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

LTspice

Oscilloscopes

Job description

Novanta in the United States is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to design, simulate, and test mixed-signal electronics for precision motion control sensors and encoders. You will collaborate across optical, firmware, mechanical, and manufacturing teams to refine requirements and ensure product performance.

Responsibilities include developing PCBs, performing detailed troubleshooting, validating subsystems, and generating rigorous documentation.