Electrical Engineer

GIA (Gemological Institute of America) • Secaucus, NJ

34d • $95,000 - $135,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our Instrument Development team. You will play a key role in designing, testing, and supporting high-precision electronic systems used in advanced gemological instruments. This role involves working closely with engineers from different disciplines to bring innovative, high-quality instrumentation from concept to production.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Computer Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in electronics design, development, and testing.
• Proficient in embedded system fundamentals, including microcontrollers and hardware interfaces.
• Experience with schematic capture tools (e.g., Altium Designer or similar).
• Strong hands-on skills with electronic prototyping and debugging.
• Familiar with industry-standard communication protocols: UART, SPI, I2C, etc.
• Good understanding of motors, sensors, relays, and industrial automation components.
• Ability to assemble, test, and troubleshoot electronic systems.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and reliability.
• Excellent communication skills—written and verbal.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Team player who collaborates well with others while working independently when needed.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with lasers, optics, or spectroscopy systems.
• Knowledge of safety systems and standards (e.g., UL, ANSI, IEC).
• Familiarity with Ethernet, CAN, or Modbus communication.
• Exposure to embedded firmware (C/C++) is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and assembly diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electronics for automated instruments, including schematic capture, PCB layout review, and component selection.
• Create and maintain documentation such as schematics, BOMs, wiring diagrams, and test procedures.
• Build, test, and troubleshoot prototypes and production systems using lab equipment (oscilloscopes, DMMs, power supplies, etc.).
• Support the full product lifecycle, helping transition designs from R&D to production and assisting with sustaining engineering.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (mechanical, software, optical) to integrate systems and meet project requirements.
• Interface with vendors for sourcing and validating electronic components.
• Ensure designs meet performance, quality, cost, and safety requirements.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts, including root cause analysis and process optimization.

Benefits

• competitive medical, dental, vision and matching 401-K plans (no vesting required)
• Paid vacation, sick and holidays, tuition assistance, commuter benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level