Senior R & D Engineer

Career Servant; Eufaula (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Eufaula, Alabama, is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to lead innovative product design from concept to production. Candidates must have at least 5 years of R&D experience in consumer products. Key skills include fixed point arithmetic programming, DSP, and a strong background in product development lifecycle. The role requires excellent collaboration skills and proficiency in key programming languages. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in R&D electrical design engineering within the consumer product space.
• Proficient in developing commercial Phased Array Multibeam Sonar systems.
• Experience managing complex projects from concept to production.

Responsibilities

• Lead innovative electrical design and development for new products.
• Ensure successful completion of designs and testing.
• Manage project timelines and budgets effectively.

Skills

Fixed point arithmetic programming

Phased Array and Beamforming Algorithms

Digital Signal Processing (DSP)

C/C++ programming

MATLAB programming

Troubleshooting embedded systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering

Tools

Verilog

VHDL

Job description

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Taking charge of the innovative, complex electrical and/or electronic design and development for new products from their initial concept to production release while also focusing on design enhancements for existing products.
• Ensuring the successful completion of designs, testing, specifications, documentation, and qualification of products throughout the project lifecycle.
• Setting and achieving project goals, including timelines, budget, and quality standards.
• Lead the creation of groundbreaking new product designs from concept to early production stages, utilizing a comprehensive understanding of company strategy, needs, and advanced design skills.
• Developing and managing product timelines, incorporating necessary external resources, and devising improvements for current products.
• Advising on manufacturing and design processes that adhere to industry best practices, diagnosing design challenges, and offering cost-efficient solutions.
• Undertaking prototype design experimentation and fabrication, assessing designs for performance and reliability.
• Drafting product specifications, ensuring products meet these through comprehensive documentation, and sharing test results.
• Conducting thorough technical evaluations to validate designs, including feasibility studies, field tests, and competitive analysis. Providing cost estimations for development, production, and tooling.
• Addressing and resolving complex electrical/electronic design issues during and post-development, in collaboration with internal teams, to support the creation of quality products that meet consumer and company needs.
• Producing comprehensive project documentation, maintaining communication with suppliers, and managing Engineering Change Orders (ECO's).
• Supporting operations and suppliers during the new product development phases with tooling, processes, assembly plans, and capacity forecasting.
• Supervising a range of projects from concept to completion, focusing on timelines, budget management, and quality objectives.
• Fulfilling additional responsibilities as needed.

Educational Background:

A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE), Electronics Engineering (BSET), or an equivalent field.

Experience Required:

A minimum of 5 years of experience in R&D electrical design engineering within the consumer product space is essential.

Specific Expertise in:

• Fixed point arithmetic programming, Phased Array and Beamforming Algorithms, acoustic or sonar instrumentation and applications, and translating functional requirements into detailed system design specifications.
• Experience in developing comercial Phased Array Multibeam Sonar systems.
• Comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience with Digital Signal Processing (DSP) principles and algorithms.
• Experience in programming DSP algorithms in FPGAs using Verilog or VHDL.
• Proficient in CIC++ programming.
• Skilled in MATLAB programming.
• Expertise in designing, programming, and troubleshooting embedded systems interfacing with analog sensors.
• Profound knowledge in designing, evaluating, and testing electronic and/or electrical circuits and components.
• Experience in the complete product development lifecycle from concept to production, including financial modeling (EVA) and project management.
• A track record of translating innovative concepts into manufacturable designs.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects from start to finish.
• Creativity combined with strong analytical and technical skills.
• Excellent communication abilities for effective collaboration with internal teams and external partners.
• Advanced proficiency in computer-based analysis, simulation, and design tools.