Sr. Electrical Engineer

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Summary

As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will design, simulate, and test mixed-signal electronic systems that support advanced motion-control sensors and encoders. You will collaborate closely with optical, firmware, mechanical, and cross-functional engineering teams to refine system requirements and ensure optimal product performance. Responsibilities include developing PCBs, conducting detailed troubleshooting, validating electronic subsystems, and performing data-driven system testing. You will maintain rigorous technical documentation, support system integration activities, manage supplier quality, and apply engineering principles to enhance product reliability and functionality.

Primary ResponsibilitiesElectronic System Design & Testing

• Design, simulate, and validate electronics for mixed-signal systems, motion-control sensors, and encoder technologies.

• Lead the design and development of optical encoder electronics and sensing systems for precision motion-control applications.

• Develop photodiode interface circuits, LED/VCSEL drive electronics, and analog front-end signal-conditioning circuits.

• Analyze and optimize encoder signal quality, including amplitude balance, phase error, harmonics, noise performance, and interpolation accuracy.

• Collaborate with optical, mechanical, firmware, and manufacturing teams to achieve system-level performance objectives.

• Develop and review PCB layouts to ensure electrical, mechanical, and project alignment.

• Conduct troubleshooting and diagnostic testing to ensure the performance and reliability of components and subsystems.

• Participate in system-level testing and deliver detailed written analysis reports.

System Integration & Collaboration

• Work with technical leads and cross-functional engineering teams to support system integration and product development activities.

• Document system designs, test results, and engineering processes to maintain robust technical records and promote knowledge sharing.