Sr. Electrical Engineer

Abbott; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 224,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer to contribute to innovative medical device solutions. This role focuses on the design and validation of low-power embedded systems, ensuring compliance with rigorous industry standards. With a commitment to employee growth, the company offers a supportive environment where your expertise will directly impact the lives of individuals managing diabetes. Join a team that values diversity, innovation, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in healthcare.

Benefits

Free Medical Coverage

Tuition Reimbursement

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Career Development Programs

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Electrical Engineering with a focus on medical devices.
• Expertise in low-power analog design and battery-powered systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and validate low-power embedded systems for medical devices.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Electrical Engineering Principles

Complex Engineering Calculations

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium

Agile PLM

Python

Job description

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals, and branded medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
• Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
• An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution.
• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

At Abbott, we believe people with diabetes should be empowered to enjoy healthy and happy lives. That’s why we’re focused on helping people with diabetes manage their health more effectively and comfortably. This individual will perform the layout, construction, and evaluation of a variety of prototype Printed Circuit Boards, fixtures, and tools. Applying advanced engineering and scientific principles to the evaluation and solution of technical problems. Initiating the planning, organizing, performing, coordinating, and/or directing of engineering work, and may conduct performance evaluations. Performing technical studies. Remaining abreast of and consulting on technical advancements. Identifying and routinely using the most effective, cost-efficient, and best practices to execute processes.

What You'll Do

• Ensure that electrical design and test equipment meet applicable industry and medical device standards.
• Specify, design, verify, and validate, sustain very low-power analog front-end design and battery-powered embedded systems per applicable regulatory standards for medical devices.
• Provide expertise in testing electrical equipment with automation tools.
• Proficient in PCB schematic and layout using design tools like Altium.
• Develop and execute V&V test protocols.
• Work with project teams on risk files and labeling for compliance to regulatory standards.
• Communicate effectively to and participate in cross-functional development teams.
• Write and submit Engineering Change Orders in Agile (a product lifecycle management tool).
• Address parts obsolescence and investigate complaints.
• Act as an independent reviewer on programs not directly involved.
• Comply with all applicable Corporate and Divisional Policies and perform other duties as assigned by the Management Team.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience.
• Mastery of fundamental Electrical Engineering principles.
• Experience in performing complex engineering calculations and/or data analysis and relating results to design verification tests.
• Working knowledge in writing process, product requirements, and design specifications.
• Understanding of processes used in the design and manufacturing of medical devices, particularly those for high volume, very low-current, battery-powered handheld, wearable, and body-worn devices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Solid knowledge of regulations and industry standards for medical device development and in vitro diagnostic device (IVD), including ISO 13485, ISO 14971, and FDA Guidance.
• Experience with IEC standards, EU Radio Equipment Directive, EN standards, FCC regulations, DO-160.
• Preferred Skills/Technologies: PCB layout using Altium, EMC design and testing, RF experience, microprocessor design, DFM, DFT, ultra-low power analog design, Agile PLM, system design and test tools like SysML, Python.

What We Offer

At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:

• Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance.
• Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives, and retirement plans.
• Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness, and occupational health programs.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match.
• The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and community involvement.

Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully: www.abbottbenefits.com

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides growth and strength. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott, and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.

The base pay for this position is

$112,000.00 – $224,000.00

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY: Engineering DIVISION: ADC Diabetes Care LOCATION: United States > Alameda : 1360-1380 South Loop Road ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: United States > Milpitas : 1820 McCarthy Blvd WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Yes, 10 % of the Time MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8-hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday). Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. EEO is the Law links provided.