R&D Electrical Engineering Technologist
About The Position
Waygate Technologies, a global leader in non-destructive testing (NDT), is seeking an R&D Electrical Engineering Technologist for its Skaneateles, NY facility, which specializes in Remote Visual Inspection (RVI) technologies. This role involves contributing to the design, development, and testing of advanced electronic circuits for high-performance video borescopes and next-generation portable RVI systems. The technologist will create prototypes, modify and troubleshoot PCB designs, and collaborate with Mechanical, Software, and Production teams to bring new technologies to market. Responsibilities include driving experimentation, validation, and technical documentation to ensure successful and timely program launches.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or Technology from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED).
- Experience in circuit board design and layout (preferably using the Altium ECAD toolset).
- Hands-on experience with circuit board testing and creation of automated test protocols.
- Proficiency in analyzing discrete and integrated analog circuits and digital logic design.
- Interest and capability to perform limited software development in C/C++ or Python to support experiments or microcontroller implementations.
- Working knowledge of SolidWorks.
- Familiarity with wireless communication protocols and hardware.
- Proficiency in using common laboratory equipment, including oscilloscopes and network analyzers.
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
- Comfortable working in collaborative team environments.
Responsibilities
- Designing and developing the next generation of portable, world-class video borescopes.
- Performing schematic capture and layout for new PCBs and modifying existing designs.
- Prototyping, assembling, and testing new board designs.
- Modifying and troubleshooting PCBs, including component replacement/removal, jumper installation, etc.
- Participating in project launch activities.
- Performing troubleshooting, validation, testing, experimentation, and test reporting.
- Creating and executing experiments to test new designs, often collaborating with Mechanical and Software teams to ensure on-time program launches.
- Documenting products and technical data in accordance with engineering policies and procedures.
- Working with production personnel to resolve hardware issues in real time.
Benefits
- Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
- Comprehensive private medical care options
- Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
- Tailored financial programs
- Additional elected or voluntary benefits
- Thrift Plan (401k)
- Choice of coverage options that best suit your needs
- Eligible for comprehensive and competitive benefits package
- Eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
