Mid-Level Electronics and Electrical System Design Engineer

Battelle•Columbus, OH

2d•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. Job Summary 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 designing complex, advanced technology electronic and electromechanical systems for government and industry customers. The ideal candidate brings self-motivation to learn on the job, the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, strong time management skills, and an enthusiasm for working across a diverse set of projects. Onsite work is required for the first 6–9 months, with the potential to transition to a hybrid schedule dependent on customer contract requirements. Professional growth will extend beyond technical work to include contributing to proposal efforts, building relationships with internal clients, participating in IR&D studies, and supporting business development efforts.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering from an ABET-accredited ECE program with a minimum of 5 years of demonstrated experience; 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 (relevant research, internship, and co-op experience counts toward total)
Demonstrated mastery of electrical engineering fundamentals with a self-motivated, analytical approach to problem solving
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft applications including Visio, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
Must be a sole U.S. citizen and able 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 across technical disciplines to solve challenging, multifaceted problems
Experience with high voltage systems
Experience with microelectronics circuit design, fabrication, and RF system design and modeling

Responsibilities

Lead a team toward a common goal, fostering collaboration and technical excellence
Generate block diagrams and concept designs that address complex system design requirements
Deliver high-quality results on time and within budget, applying strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to quality throughout all project phases
Create circuit board schematics, review PCB layouts, and generate CCA documentation
Generate and debug firmware code for microprocessors used in embedded systems
Perform calculations and simulations to predict system performance
Perform trade studies for component identification and selection
Create wiring diagrams and wire harness drawings
Interpret, research, and understand design requirements
Perform testing, debug, and resolve errors using standard electrical laboratory equipment
Write test plan documents and support technicians with test setup construction
Reverse engineer electronic systems to support analysis and redesign efforts
Provide technical expertise and support for designs post-delivery
Create summary presentations, reports, technical manuals, and procedures