Electronics and Electrical System Design Engineer- Mid-Level

Battelle•Columbus, OH

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply. We are currently seeking an Electronics and Electrical System Design Engineer. This position is a full-time opportunity located in Columbus, OH. The selected candidate will join a team responsible for the design of complex, advanced-technology electronic and electromechanical systems for government and industry customers. The ideal candidate brings a strong motivation to learn on the job, the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and an enthusiasm for working across a diverse set of projects. Onsite work is required for the first 6–9 months, with the potential for a hybrid arrangement in the future, dependent on customer contract requirements. Professional growth will extend beyond technical acumen to include contributing to proposal efforts, building relationships with internal clients, participating in IR&D studies, and supporting business development efforts.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering from an ABET-accredited ECE program with a minimum of 5 years of demonstrated experience (relevant research, internship, and co-op experience counts toward total); or a bachelor's degree in a related field with 8 years of experience; or a master's degree in a related field with 5 years of experience; or a PhD in a related field with 2 years of experience
Demonstrated mastery of electrical engineering fundamentals with a strong analytical approach to problem solving and a self-motivated drive to learn on the job
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Visio, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
Must be a US citizen and must be willing to obtain and maintain a government TS/SCI security clearance

Nice To Haves

Experience with embedded systems design, programming, and troubleshooting
Hands-on mechanical and electrical experience with standard tools and methods (soldering, crimping, hand tools, and debugging in lab or field environments)
Ability to collaborate with others to solve challenging problems across technical disciplines

Responsibilities

Design complex electronic and electromechanical systems, generating block diagrams, concept designs, circuit board schematics, and wiring diagrams and wire harness drawings
Generate and debug firmware code for microprocessors used in embedded systems
Perform reverse engineering of electronic systems
Perform calculations and simulations to predict system performance and conduct trade studies for component identification and selection
Review PCB layouts and generate CCA documentation
Perform testing, debug and resolve errors using standard electrical laboratory equipment
Write test plan documents and support technicians with test setup construction
Interpret, research, and understand design requirements to inform engineering decisions
Create summary presentations, reports, and appropriate technical documentation including manuals and procedures
Provide expertise and support for designs post-delivery
Contribute to proposal efforts, IR&D studies, and business development activities as needed