Sr. Electrical Engineer

Gentex Corp•Manchester, NH

35d•Onsite

About The Position

The position is responsible for detailed electrical design and support of noise-attenuating headsets, microphones, earplugs, and communication systems in the Situational Awareness Value Stream (SAVS) division. New product implementation, and continuing product improvement efforts are primary responsibilities of this position. The right person will also serve as a technical resource in the department with the expectation that they will mentor and guide other engineers.

Requirements

B.S. Electrical Engineering or equivalent related experience
5+ years' experience with electrical design in a new product and/or support in a manufacturing environment required
3+ years with MSEE
Strong understanding of electrical engineering principals; must have knowledge of analog, digital, embedded, and power electronic systems
Experience in digital design with embedded controllers and/or digital signal processors
Experience in analog and/or audio design, such as microphone amplifiers, audio filters
Experience in designing with linear and switch mode regulators
Experience with EMI measurement and mitigation techniques
Experience developing systems which include DSP, ARM, microcontroller, and other modern processors
Problem-solving skills with practical understanding of root cause analysis tools and methods
Ability to read electrical component datasheet; familiarity with major component manufacturers
Ability to effectively communicate to all levels within the organization, both verbally and in writing
J-STD experience

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of ISO9000/ AS9100 regulations
Knowledge of acoustic measurement systems
Experience with embedded software languages
Experience using electrical schematic capture and PCB layout toolsets; Cadence/Allegro preferred; Mentor Graphic
Experience in manufacturing of electro-mechanical assemblies; Knowledge of electro-acoustic components
Knowledge of military qualification standards including MIL-STD-810 and MIL-STD-461
Understanding of qualification test plan and report development as well as execution

Responsibilities

Responsible for the detailed design, schematic capture and layout of electronic circuits (power, digital, embedded, and analog)
Responsible for the creation and engineering release of electronic assembly data packages for manufacturing of printed circuit boards and system assemblies
Create detailed system block diagrams and schematics for the use in documenting support equipment used in manufacturing processes
Create test plans, coordinate testing/validation and generate engineering/qualification reports
Support appropriate testing processes and equipment used in the production of components and assemblies
Maintaining electrical component database with regards to adding components for new designs
Support supply chain and manufacturing to aid in transitioning new products to production
Record, analyze and interpret test data using appropriate mathematical and/or statistical techniques
Prepare and present technical reports, recommendations and presentations related to development and manufacturing process and product studies
Assist and coordinate with other engineers, designers, and technicians in the execution of electrical engineering tasks related to new product development activities
Assist with the transition of products from design to manufacturing providing assurance and logistic support functions to ensure product designs that are producible and maintainable.
Report regularly on project status and progress, especially noting variance from baseline projections.
Review designs to improve reliability, testability, and ease of manufacture
Occasionally support product field failure analysis; address potential quality concerns or product alterations
Participate in technical aspects of cost estimation and cost control/reduction for new project planning