Engineer II - Electrical
About The Position
Canon Virginia is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support new product development in a Product Development/R&D environment. The role researches and develops materials, components, assemblies, methods, and processes using engineering principles to meet user and stakeholder requirements and project objectives for quality, cost, and delivery. Responsibilities span electrical troubleshooting, hardware and software testing, test data analysis, prototype evaluation, test hardware and fixture design, PCB design and validation, concept development, design reviews, technical reporting, and training less experienced engineers. The role is full time and hybrid, with four days in the office and the option to work from home one day per week. Standard in-office days are Monday and Wednesday; divisional management determines the other two days, and schedules may change based on business needs. The stated pay range is $69,905–$90,876. The position is located in Newport News, Virginia.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
- 2–5 years of experience in research and development, medical, or a related field.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace.
- Ability to create and present presentations and/or technical papers to management within and outside Canon Virginia.
- Fluency with electronic CAD/CAM systems, including Altium, and simulation tools such as LTspice, schematic capture, and PCB layout.
- Working knowledge of embedded systems, including hardware and software development tools and standard interface protocols.
- Working knowledge of Python, C, and C++ in Microsoft Windows and Linux environments, including the ability to debug and trace common code problems.
- Ability to solder for assembly and rework of prototype circuit boards.
- Analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
Nice To Haves
- Test engineering experience is preferred.
- Experience with STM32 is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot electrical systems using test equipment such as oscilloscopes and multimeters; research issues, identify root causes, and determine appropriate fixes.
- Execute hardware testing to validate hardware and software functionality, including writing test plans, conducting tests, generating reports, sharing findings, and maintaining records of improvements and changes.
- Write technical reports documenting investigation procedures and results.
- Analyze test data and evaluate the efficiency and reliability of prototypes, using findings to inform board layouts, repairs, and other decisions.
- Design and develop test hardware and fixturing, including development kits, off-the-shelf and custom printed circuit boards, and component selections.
- Conduct design reviews, make necessary design changes, and test updates to verify functionality.
- Perform validation testing on PCBs before unit assembly.
- Generate new concepts and designs and develop proofs of concept.
- Review technical reports for accuracy and consistency.
- Train less experienced engineers on department processes or systems.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
