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Draper · 3 weeks ago

Electronics Hardware Design Engineer 2

Cambridge, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$75K/yr - $150K/yr

3+ years exp

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. They are seeking an Electronics Hardware Design Engineer to join the Embedded Electronics group, where the candidate will develop next-generation processing, computing, and sensor/actuator hardware. The role involves designing and overseeing the manufacturing of PCBs, analog and digital circuits, and collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to provide innovative solutions for national security missions.

Defense & Space

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

Responsibilities

Translate project and system requirements into well-defined hardware architectures working with cross-functional teams

Design and/or complete instruments including microprocessors, power, and analog components

Innovatively solve issues, drive completion of the project to schedule, and collaboratively work with other technical contributors

Build and test prototypes, debug, and prepare documentation for manufacturing, and support

Research and enable innovative solutions for cutting-edge designs

Engage other engineers and partners to develop reliable, cost effective and solutions for products

Collaborate and communicate with management, internal, and development partners regarding design status, project progress, and issue resolution

Independently executes assignments with minimal oversight

Able to apply technical knowledge to solve problems

Contribute high quality content for technical reports and presentations with minimal guidance

Proactively identify needs and concerns associated with design decisions and communicate them to project leadership

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Electronic designMicroprocessor designEmbedded computingPCB designAnalog circuitsDigital circuitsMathematical skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsProblem-solving skillsTime management

Required

Bachelor's degree in Electronic or Electrical Engineering or related field

3-5 years experience in Electronic or Electrical Engineering or related

Proficiency in electronic design, microprocessor or embedded computing

Understanding of design and general computer architecture

Ability to write detailed design specifications

Computer programming and coding abilities

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent mathematical skills

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Excellent time management skills with the proven ability to meet deadlines

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to prioritize tasks

Thorough understanding of engineering theories and procedures

Onsite work is required for this position

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance

Preferred

Master's Degree preferred

Experience crafting sophisticated electronic systems using commercial off-the-shelf FGPAs, processors, or systems on a chip (SOCs)

Start quickly on sophisticated PCB designs including digital electronics, sensor interfaces, and power distribution design with limited oversight and learning curve

The ability to program FPGAs and microcontrollers is expected only at a level required to understand the design of the supporting hardware

Benefits

Workplace flexibility

Employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga

Health and finance workshops

Off site social events

Discounts to local museums and cultural activities

Company

Draper

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We Engineer Solutions for the Nation’s Toughest Problems As an independent nonprofit engineering innovation company, Draper provides engineering services directly to government, industry, and academia.

Founded in 1938

Cambridge, MA, US

1001-5000 employees