Sr. Electrical Engineer

Onto Innovation; Budd Lake (NJ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A semiconductor manufacturing leader in Budd Lake is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design and development of electrical systems for high-precision metrology tools. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience, expertise in circuit design, and strong leadership skills. This full-time role offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment focusing on innovation and product excellence.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in electrical design, preferably in semiconductor capital equipment.
• Proven track record in analog and digital circuit design.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of electrical subsystems for semiconductor tools.
• Oversee PCB design and layout, ensuring compliance with standards.
• Mentor junior engineers and lead design reviews.

Skills

Analog circuit design

Digital circuit design

Electrical systems development

Leadership

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

OrCAD

SPICE

MATLAB

Job description

Principal Talent Acquisition Specialist at Onto Innovation

About the Company

We are seeking an experienced and technically proficient Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design and development of complex electrical systems for high-precision metrology and inspection equipment. This role requires deep expertise in analog and digital circuit design, system integration, and cross-functional collaboration to drive innovation and ensure product excellence.

About the Role

This role involves leading the design, development, and validation of electrical subsystems for semiconductor metrology tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and validation of electrical subsystems for semiconductor metrology tools.
• Architect and implement analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuits with a focus on precision, reliability, and manufacturability.
• Oversee PCB design, layout, and bring-up, ensuring compliance with signal integrity, EMI/EMC, and safety standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical, software, optics, and systems engineering to deliver integrated solutions.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership in design reviews and project planning.
• Drive root cause analysis and resolution of complex electrical issues in both development and production environments.
• Ensure designs meet regulatory and industry standards (e.g., SEMI, CE, UL).
• Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering processes and documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in electrical design, preferably in semiconductor capital equipment or precision instrumentation.
• Proven track record in analog and digital circuit design, including power systems, signal conditioning, and high-speed interfaces.
• Proficiency with design and simulation tools (e.g., Altium Designer, OrCAD, SPICE, MATLAB).
• Strong understanding of system-level design, grounding, shielding, and thermal consideration.
• Experience with embedded systems, FPGAs, or microcontrollers is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with vacuum systems, cleanroom environments, and motion control is a plus.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with low-noise analog circuit design.
• Knowledge of semiconductor process flows and metrology techniques.
• Familiarity with automation, robotics, and real-time control systems.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Manufacturing

Industries

• Semiconductor Manufacturing