The Electrical Design Engineer is a self-starter who balances multiple projects on defined timelines and engage with inter-company teams to refine the product requirements. Job duties include:
- Combine individual circuit modules and subsystems into cohesive instrument designs, ensuring interoperability, performance, and compliance with CE, UL, and CSA standards.
- Develop and optimize multi-layer PCBs in Zuken for simple, reliable electronics, balancing compactness with signal integrity and EMC/EMI compliance.
- Create clear, modular schematics reflecting modern design patterns and select components focused on simplicity, availability, and cost-effectiveness.
- Model and document cable assemblies with CAD cable models and detailed drawings, specifying routing, standardized connectors, and comprehensive BOMs.
- Interface temperature, pressure, optical, and limit switch sensors, ensuring accurate signal acquisition and seamless subsystem communication.
- Implement and troubleshoot digital communication protocols (Ethernet, USB, CAN, I2C, RS485, RS232) to enable reliable data exchange across instrument subsystems.
- Implement shielding, board-level filtering, and ground-plane architectures to meet CISPR/IEC standards.
- Manage power path design, budgeting, grounding, shielding, and cabling to maintain signal integrity and system safety.
- Build and test NSP instrument prototypes using bench-top instruments (oscilloscopes, multimeters, etc.), verifying functionality of integrated modules and refining designs for product readiness.
- Develop and execute validation plans to confirm overall instrument performance under real-world conditions.
- Seek and apply modern solutions—such as modular design, standardized interfaces, and automation on test benches—to streamline design cycles, accelerate development, and reduce BOM complexity.
- May be required to travel domestically or internationally (< 5%).
- All other duties as assigned.
The Electrical Design Engineer typically needs a combination of education, training, certifications and skills. This role requires the following:
- Bachelor of Science (B.S) in Electrical Engineering
- Minimum of 3 years of professional electrical design experience for analytical or scientific instrumentation productization
- Hands-on expertise with multi-layer PCB schematic capture and layout in Zuken or equivalent
- Deep understanding of analog front-end design (low-noise amplifiers, ADC/DAC integration, sensor signal conditioning)
- Demonstrated skill in digital interfaces and communication protocols (SPI, I²C, UART, CAN)
- Experience specifying and validating components for reliability, environmental ruggedness, and regulatory compliance (CE/UL/CSA)
- Expertise in EMC/EMI mitigation techniques (shielding, board-level filtering, ground-plane strategies) to ensure regulatory compliance and reliable operation in noisy or regulated environments.
- Strong proficiency in writing and reviewing design documentation: schematics, BOMs, test plans, and compliance reports
- History of collaborating with systems, mechanical, software, firmware, and test teams
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a diverse team
Preferred skills include:
- MS in Electrical Engineering
- Minimum of 5 years of professional electrical design experience for analytical or scientific instrumentation productization
- Proven track record in productizing lab-grade or functional prototypes—driving DFM/DFT reviews, robustness hardening, and transfer from R&D into NPI.
- Track record of component cost-optimization, alternate-sourcing strategies, and collaborating with procurement to manage long-lead items.
- Hands-on experience performing DFMEA and failure-mode analysis to identify, document, and mitigate potential design and process risks before production release.
- Basic understanding of thermal management (heat sinking, airflow) and enclosure design trade-offs affecting EMI and environmental ruggedness.
- Knowledge of MEMS sensors and devices
- Experience with high vacuum technology and systems
Supervision Exercised
This role is an independent contributor who is a member of multiple teams, and does not have any direct supervision of staff.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, observe, communicate and handle items such as computers, machinery and other equipment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
Position requires the ability to obtain a Passport for international travel.
In regards to organizational issues, the employee will comply with the regulations set forward in the Anton Paar Employee Handbook, except if otherwise stated.
Anton Paar QuantaTec Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities at Anton Paar QuantaTec Inc. are based upon one's qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job. All employment opportunities are provided without regard to: age, race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, sickle cell trait, marital status, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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