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Staff Electrical Engineer

Actalent
Santa Barbara, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/20/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/18/2025

Job Title : Staff Electrical Engineer

Job Description

Design, develop, and test PCBAs and system-level electronic components, including cable assemblies, in accordance with medical device regulatory standards. Contribute to product development activities by owning hardware and firmware design, defining and performing engineering studies, test and assembly fixture design and automation, while working closely with cross-functional teams. Engage in R&D activities, conduct proofs of concept for electronics, robotics, and computer vision-driven systems, and write technical documentation including product requirements, design specifications, and test protocols. Provide engineering guidance and mentorship to junior staff, and implement best practices in engineering design. Perform verification testing for all electromechanical systems, including EMC electrical safety testing, and contribute to design improvements of production-released products. Maintain relationships and provide engineering support to key vendors and product stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and test PCBAs and system-level electronic components, including cable assemblies in accordance with medical device regulatory standards.
  • Contribute to product development activities, including hardware and firmware design, defining and performing engineering studies, and test and assembly fixture design and automation.
  • Engage in R&D activities, conduct proofs of concept for electronics, robotics, and computer vision-driven systems.
  • Write technical documentation including product requirements, design specifications, and test protocols.
  • Provide engineering guidance and mentorship to junior staff, and implement best practices in engineering design.
  • Perform verification testing for all electromechanical systems, including EMC electrical safety testing.
  • Contribute to design improvements of production-released products.
  • Maintain relationships and provide engineering support to key vendors and product stakeholders.

Essential Skills

  • Experience with PCB schematic and layout design (Altium preferred).
  • Experience with medical device development, manufacturing, and regulatory compliance (IEC standards).
  • Proficiency in writing technical documentation including product requirements, design specifications, and test protocols.
  • Experience performing verification testing for electromechanical systems, including EMC electrical safety testing.
  • Strong background in hardware NPI, including design controls and phased product development from prototype to manufacturing transfer.
  • Understanding of hardware engineering concepts (electrical, firmware, robotics).
  • Proven track record of developing commercialized products, preferably medical devices.
  • Experience with C code and firmware development environments.
  • Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience using Arena PLM, Jira, Bitbucket, and other design control tools.
  • Experience performing EMC testing, with medical compliance testing preferred.
  • Familiarity with high-speed digital and video design concepts.
  • FPGA experience preferred.
  • Understanding of medical device regulatory compliance (ISO, FDA CFR821).
  • Work Environment

    This role is set in a start-up environment where collaboration and innovation are key. The work involves close cooperation with cross-functional teams and requires a proactive approach to product development and R&D activities.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $110000.00 - $170000.00 / yr.

    We value our employees' time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by our competitive compensation and an extensive benefits package including paid time off, medical, dental and vision benefits and future growth opportunities within the company. Plus, we work to maintain the best possible environment

    Workplace Type

    This is a fully onsite position in Goleta,CA.

    Application Deadline

    This position is anticipated to close on Feb 26, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

    Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

    At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through :

  • Hiring diverse talent
  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
  • The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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