Sr. Electrical Engineer

Socket.dev; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k)

9/80 work week

Job summary

Gentex Corporation in Manchester, NH is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to design and support noise-attenuating headsets, microphones, earplugs, and communications systems. You will lead detailed circuit design, create PCB data packages, and mentor other engineers in the SAVS division.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, test planning, and transition of new products to production, with benefits including medical coverage, 401k, and a 9/80 work week.

Qualifications

• B.S. E.E. or equivalent with 5+ years of electrical design experience
• 3+ years with MSEE
• Experience in reducing cost and improving manufacturability

Responsibilities

• Design, schematic capture and layout of electronic circuits (power, digital, embedded, analog)
• Create engineering release data packages for PCB and system assemblies
• Develop system block diagrams and schematics for documentation
• Create test plans and validate engineering reports
• Support testing processes and equipment in production
• Collaborate with engineers, designers and technicians on new product development
• Assist with transition from design to manufacturing and provide logistics support
• Report project status and deviations from baseline
• Review designs to improve reliability and testability
• Participate in cost estimation and cost control for new projects

Skills

Electrical design

Embedded systems

DSP/ARM

EMI mitigation

Audio design

Power electronics

J-STD

Root cause analysis

Education

B.S. Electrical Engineering or equivalent

MSEE

Tools

Cadence/Allegro

Mentor Graphics

PCB layout tools

Job description

Description

GENTEX AT A GLANCE

At Gentex Corporation, we’ve created an environment where great ideas and great people can thrive. Leveraging a history that spans over 130 years, Gentex is a global leader in personal protection and situational awareness solutions for defense forces, emergency responders, and industrial personnel operating in high-performance environments. Join our multinational team of exceptional and dedicated employees around the world and work on challenging and rewarding projects, grow your skills, and advance your career all while making a positive difference in the lives of our customers. Together, you and Gentex can build a career that’s uniquely yours.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• B.S. Electrical Engineering or equivalent related experience
• 5+ years' experience with electrical design in a new product and/or support in a manufacturing environment required
• 3+ years with MSEE

ABOUT THE JOB

The position is responsible for detailed electrical design and support of noise-attenuating headsets, microphones, earplugs, and communication systems in the Situational Awareness Value Stream (SAVS) division. New product implementation, and continuing product improvement efforts are primary responsibilities of this position. The right person will also serve as a technical resource in the department with the expectation that they will mentor and guide other engineers.

Gentex offers a robust benefit package- including, but not limited to, medical coverages, 401k, paid time off and excellent work schedules including a 9/80 work week.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for the detailed design, schematic capture and layout of electronic circuits (power, digital, embedded, and analog)
• Responsible for the creation and engineering release of electronic assembly data packages for manufacturing of printed circuit boards and system assemblies
• Create detailed system block diagrams and schematics for the use in documenting support equipment used in manufacturing processes
• Create test plans, coordinate testing/validation and generate engineering/qualification reports
• Support appropriate testing processes and equipment used in the production of components and assemblies
• Maintaining electrical component database with regards to adding components for new designs
• Support supply chain and manufacturing to aid in transitioning new products to production
• Record, analyze and interpret test data using appropriate mathematical and/or statistical techniques
• Prepare and present technical reports, recommendations and presentations related to development and manufacturing process and product studies
• Assist and coordinate with other engineers, designers, and technicians in the execution of electrical engineering tasks related to new product development activities
• Assist with the transition of products from design to manufacturing providing assurance and logistic support functions to ensure product designs that are producible and maintainable.
• Report regularly on project status and progress, especially noting variance from baseline projections.
• Review designs to improve reliability, testability, and ease of manufacture
• Occasionally support product field failure analysis; address potential quality concerns or product alterations
• Participate in technical aspects of cost estimation and cost control/reduction for new project planning

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong understanding of electrical engineering principals; must have knowledge of analog, digital, embedded, and power electronic systems
• Experience in digital design with embedded controllers and/or digital signal processors
• Experience in analog and/or audio design, such as microphone amplifiers, audio filters
• Experience in designing with linear and switch mode regulators
• Experience with EMI measurement and mitigation techniques
• Experience developing systems which include DSP, ARM, microcontroller, and other modern processors
• Problem-solving skills with practical understanding of root cause analysis tools and methods
• Ability to read electrical component datasheet; familiarity with major component manufacturers
• Ability to effectively communicate to all levels within the organization, both verbally and in writing
• J-STD experience

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of ISO9000/ AS9100 regulations
• Knowledge of acoustic measurement systems
• Experience with embedded software languages
• Experience using electrical schematic capture and PCB layout toolsets; Cadence/Allegro preferred; Mentor Graphic
• Experience in manufacturing of electro-mechanical assemblies; Knowledge of electro-acoustic components
• Knowledge of military qualification standards including MIL-STD-810 and MIL-STD-461
• Understanding of qualification test plan and report development as well as execution

LOCATION

Gentex’s Manchester facility is located in southern New Hampshire. Manchester is the largest convention, sports, entertainment, and arts & cultural destination in New Hampshire. There is so much to do, see and experience in Manchester including major concerts and ECHL Hockey, AA minor league baseball, live performances at the historic Palace Theatre or exhibits at our renowned museums. Located in the heart of New England, Manchester is also conveniently located within an hour’s drive of Boston, an hour from the Atlantic Ocean and less than two hours from New Hampshire’s scenic White Mountains, Lake Winnipesaukee and the many other well-known vacation destinations in Maine, Vermont and Massachusetts.

Gentex Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for any applicable state or federal protected class. Gentex is an E-Verify Participant. Pre-employment drug/alcohol/background screening is required.