Electrical Engineer II

Ultima Genomics•Fremont, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Ultima Genomics is seeking a highly motivated Electrical Engineer II to help develop and commercialize technologies that enable genomic sequencing at scale. This full-time, onsite role in Fremont, California, contributes to the design and production of next-generation automated sequencing instruments. The engineer will work across robotics, precision motion control, high-speed data acquisition, mixed-signal electronics, and test automation, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and vendors. The work spans concept development through production, including design, verification, troubleshooting, manufacturing readiness, and product lifecycle support.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
At least 2 years of relevant industry experience.
Hands-on experience designing custom PCBs and mixed-signal electronics with embedded microcontrollers.
Experience collaborating with firmware engineers on hardware–software integration and with mechanical and other engineering teams on design integration.
Strong understanding of signal and power integrity.
Proficiency with electronic design tools such as Altium Designer or KiCad for schematic capture and PCB layout creation and review.
Experience using circuit-simulation tools such as SPICE.
Experience designing industrial electrical systems, including power-supply sizing, component selection, wire-harness design, and electrical enclosure or panel layout.
Knowledge of EMI/EMC mitigation techniques, including grounding, shielding, filtering, and selection of appropriate harness and interconnect components.
Strong troubleshooting skills for board-level electronics and complex multidisciplinary systems, with hands-on proficiency using bench and portable measurement equipment.
Excellent organizational and communication skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Python for test automation and data analysis.
Experience designing automated test platforms and reliability test setups.

Responsibilities

Shape the technical direction of next-generation automated sequencing instruments and take electronic designs from concept through production across robotics, precision motion control, high-speed data acquisition, mixed-signal electronics, and test automation.
Translate system requirements into electrical specifications; participate in design reviews and risk assessments; and support applicable safety, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), and regulatory compliance activities.
Design custom printed circuit boards (PCBs) and wire harnesses for complex electromechanical systems, including component selection, schematic capture, layout collaboration, and design documentation.
Define and execute experiments to verify hardware and firmware functionality, characterize performance, and evaluate board-level failure modes.
Perform prototype testing, document findings and design improvements, and support new product integration, manufacturing readiness, and transition to volume production.
Design automated test and measurement systems to identify component-level failures; troubleshoot electrical issues; and collaborate with cross-functional teams and vendors to determine root causes and implement corrective actions.
Develop build, test, and training documentation; maintain electrical design records, bills of materials, and engineering changes; and manage component obsolescence and alternate-part qualification throughout the product lifecycle.
Perform other job duties as assigned.