Cytek Biosciences · 1 day ago
Principal Electrical Engineer
Fremont, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$192K/yr - $240K/yr
15+ years expCytek Biosciences is a recognized leader in high-parameter flow cytometry and laboratory automation, committed to accelerating scientific discovery. They are seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to develop new methods and enhance integration with existing and emerging platforms, focusing on instrumentation control and data performance.
BiotechnologyHealth CareManufacturingMedical Device
Responsibilities
Design, develop, debug, and optimize electrical hardware in alignment with project goals, including schematic capture, PCB layout, component selection, BOM generation, and functional implementation
Generate electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and comprehensive technical documentation
Conduct research and analysis to enhance existing electrical systems, components, and products
Collaborate with engineering teams on the development, debugging, and verification testing of electromechanical and embedded systems
Provide technical support through verification, production, and post-launch phases
Lead product testing to ensure compliance with applicable medical electrical standards (e.g., EMC/IEC)
Prepare detailed subsystem technical files, user manuals, and related documentation
Mentor and provide technical leadership to junior electrical engineers
Build deep technical expertise across all Cytek cytometer systems and develop the ability to analyze and troubleshoot electromechanical subsystems
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
Minimum of 15 years of industry experience
Proficiency with PCB design tools and multi-layer board layout (4+ layers), including signal integrity considerations
Strong skills in C programming, analog, and digital circuit design
Experience in electromechanical design for medical products with emphasis on material selection for performance and reliability
Ability to independently design, analyze, and verify circuits using electronic component datasheets
Familiarity with relevant industrial standards and hands-on experience with EMC/ESD debugging
Demonstrated leadership, analytical thinking, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical audiences
Preferred
medical device development experience strongly preferred
Experience working with complex, multi-subsystem equipment (electronic, optical, fluidic, software) is a plus
Company
Cytek Biosciences
Cytek Biosciences is a manufacturer and supplier of flow cytometry products and services.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$144.25MKey Investors
Easy Prosperity
2021-07-23IPO
2020-11-05Series D· $120M
2018-09-24Series C
Leadership Team
William McCombe
Chief Financial Officer
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Allen Poirson
SVP Marketing and Corporate Development
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