Electronics Engineer IV

KARL STORZ • Goleta, CA

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About The Position

KARL STORZ is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer – Imaging Systems to lead the design, development, and analysis of complex, high-speed electronic circuits for advanced medical imaging and camera systems. The role involves technologies including Systems-on-Chip (SoCs), FPGAs, video transceivers, image sensors, high-speed serial interfaces, and mixed-signal electronics.

The engineer provides technical leadership across the product development lifecycle, from research and system modeling through prototype validation, manufacturing support, and production release. The role also includes circuit design and analysis, system simulation, signal-integrity work, test development, regulatory-compliance support, sustaining engineering, technical reviews, documentation, and mentorship.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, preferably emphasizing mixed-signal design, or a related field with 9 or more years of experience in analog/digital system design and analysis; alternatively, a Master's degree in Engineering or a related field with 7 or more years of relevant experience is preferred.
• Extensive experience designing and analyzing complex analog, digital, and mixed-signal electronic circuits.
• Strong knowledge of high-speed analog and digital electronics, low-noise sensor interfaces, signal integrity, and high-speed serial data transmission across printed circuit boards and cables.
• Proficiency with schematic design tools such as Altium Designer or equivalent.
• Experience using electronic circuit simulation and signal-integrity tools such as SPICE, HyperLynx, or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of mathematical analysis, circuit modeling, electronic simulation, and advanced testing methodologies.
• Experience developing analytical models, evaluating worst-case tolerances, and validating electronic system performance.
• Ability to operate advanced electronic test and measurement equipment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presenting complex technical information and collaborating across engineering disciplines.

Nice To Haves

• Experience designing electronic systems incorporating FPGAs, SoCs, and advanced image sensors.
• Knowledge of color and monochrome imaging technologies, single-chip and three-chip camera systems, and interlaced and progressive scan architectures.
• Experience with complex video systems, digital imaging, and high-speed video transmission.
• Familiarity with medical-device quality systems and regulatory standards, including FDA 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13485, ISO 9001, UL, CSA, and EU MDR.
• Experience with medical endoscopy systems or other advanced medical imaging technologies.
• Familiarity with Agile product development methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of complex, high-speed analog, digital, and mixed-signal electronic circuits incorporating SoCs, FPGAs, video transceivers, image sensors, power architectures, and high-speed data interfaces.
• Perform system modeling, circuit analysis, and simulation of imaging system components, including amplifiers, A/D converters, timing generation, cables, and digital signal processing systems.
• Evaluate worst-case component tolerances, signal integrity, thermal performance, and system reliability to support product performance and manufacturing yields.
• Research and develop circuit designs, electronic components, high-density packaging technologies, and analytical techniques for future medical imaging products.
• Collaborate with Electrical, Mechanical, Thermal, PWB Design, Manufacturing, and Quality Engineering teams to optimize circuit layouts, product performance, manufacturability, and reliability.
• Design and implement test fixtures, validation procedures, and analytical testing methodologies for imaging system performance and prototype development.
• Provide technical leadership in EMC, electrical safety, circuit design, system analysis, and compliance with applicable medical-device regulatory requirements.
• Investigate and resolve field and manufacturing issues, develop corrective solutions, and implement improved testing methods as part of sustaining engineering.
• Lead technical design reviews, develop engineering documentation, and support product release activities, including knowledge transfer to Manufacturing and Quality teams.
• Mentor engineering colleagues, recommend technical best practices, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Professional growth through technical leadership opportunities, mentorship, and continuous learning
• Employee development at an independent, family-owned company

What This Job Offers

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