PCB Design Electrical Engineer (Windsor, WI)

Genus PLC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Genus PLC has an exciting opportunity. We are looking for a Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Design Electrical Engineer to implement design and circuit boards for use in flow cytometers used in the analysis and processing of animal cells. This position will work closely with fellow Electrical Engineers, Embedded Engineers, System Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Software to deliver next generation circuit boards to improve system performance. The PCB Design Engineer has primary accountability for maintaining ownership of the design in constraint development, schematic capture, design review, supplier layout, layout review, drawing development, prototype, testing, and release. The successful candidate will bring a curious, growth‑oriented mindset. They will communicate clearly, collaborate effectively across teams and disciplines, and consistently demonstrate honesty, integrity, and respect for others while delivering high‑quality results. The candidate will possess strong critical thinking skills and will be a forward-thinking individual to help us advance and modernize our technology. The position is an onsite role located in our Windsor, Wisconsin office with hybrid options available after satisfactory onboarding and introductory performance.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field OR equivalent technical experience in circuit board design with a technical degree
A minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience with electronic troubleshooting utilizing engineering test equipment such as oscilloscopes, DVMs, current probes, network analyzers, or arbitrary wave generators. This can include an internship
Ability to read, and understand electrical schematics and datasheets for digital and electrical devices
A minimum of 6 months of experience with professional level PCB design tools like Altium (preferred), Cadence Allegro, PADS, KiCAD or Cadence OrCAD
Familiarity and comfort using Windows and Linux based systems including terminal-based operation
A minimum of 1 year experience developing with scripting tools such as python or equivalent
Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or at any point in the future

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Electronic Engineering or Microelectronic Design programs that cover PCB design, fabrication, and integration
Experience in completing front to back circuit board designs including prototype, simulation, schematic capture, layout, and manufacturing
Product development experience including DFM, DFT, and EMC
Design experience against electrical standards of 61010-1 or similar (60601-1 etc.)
Analog design experience for ultra-low noise operation including transimpedance, gain, low pass stages, and ADC drivers
Experience with photoelectronic devices such as APD (Avalanche Photodiode), PMT, or others.
Digital design experience with USB2.0, USB3.0, HDMI, DisplayPort, RMII, RGMII, SGMII, DDR3, DDR4, DDR5, PCIE, JESD204B standards/protocols or similar
Experience using simulation software like LTSpice or TI TINA
Experience with advanced circuit board layout such as HDI (micro vias, via in pad, blind and buried vias), controlled impedance design principles, high speed routing practices
Experience in thermal PCB management through design
Familiarity with Verilog (preferred) or VHDL programming and experience with FPGA or SOC designs
Experience with complex microfluidic and optic systems
Experience with electrical harness design, documentation, and manufacturing support
Experience with designing in change control and QMS processes

Responsibilities

Support existing electrical design with manufacturing and sourcing support.
Read and understand system requirements and architecture drawings for pertinent circuit PCB requirements.
Link relevant PCB requirements to system requirements, identify circuit components required to achieve PCB and system requirements.
Model, simulate, and test early proof of concept on subcircuits as pertinent to larger PCB design efforts.
Perform schematic capture on power systems, digital electronics, and analog electronics in hierarchical and non-hierarchical workflows.
Select appropriate components while evaluating sourcing and electrical needs, drive alternative selection, and support the central symbol and footprint library.
Appropriately constrain layout for stack up, highspeed interconnect, high density interconnect, DFM, DFT, thermal management, panels, flying probe, ICT, EMC, and general best practices.
Host design reviews of cross disciplinary teams surrounding PCB design and requirements for both schematics and layouts.
Guide external and internal layout resources to achieve high quality, reliable, high performing PCBs.
Develop and maintain clear and concise drawings and PCB manufacturing packages including BOMs, Assembly Drawings, Fab drawings, Drill Drawings, manufacturing files, and others.
Own the development of rapid prototypes and testing of early circuit boards.
Work with manufacturing team to transition completed designs into full production workflows.
Follow defined architecture and engineering best practices.
Communicate progress, blockers, timeline, and priorities to stakeholders.
Uphold the Genus core values, mission and vision.
Position may require work responsibilities outside of normal business hours.
Performs other projects and responsibilities as assigned.