Senior Engineer - Hardware

Working at Watlow

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a great living and be part of a thriving cross functional community? Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to thrive. We are making a positive impact every day as our solutions enrich the lives of people everywhere. We have been providing breakthrough thermal solutions for nearly a century. Our corporate values guide us uncompromisingly to always do the right thing, continually learn and improve, respect everyone and lead with service and humility.

As a Senior Hardware Development Engineer at Watlow, you will play a vital role in the development and redesign of hardware solutions for our diverse clientele spanning semiconductor, medical, food, energy, and environmental technologies. This dynamic role is not just about engineering; it's about building relationships, identifying opportunities for product redesigns and upgrades, designing, and simulating circuits, ensuring product functionality, and coordinating with other functions to meet our customers' challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

• Product Opportunity Discovery: Collaborate with teams to identify product improvement opportunities.
• Circuit Design and Simulation: Utilize your electrical engineering expertise to design and simulate circuits that meet the technical specifications and performance criteria.
• PCB Design: Work closely with the layout team to design printed circuit boards (PCBs) that are optimized for manufacturability and functionality.
• Embedded System Design: Have an understanding between hardware and firmware/software in a microcontroller/microprocessor electrical system.
• DFMEA: Utilizing systematic methods for the detection and/or prevention of potential design and/or process issues.
• Manufacturing Coordination: Partner with our manufacturing teams to ensure that the final product can be built to the highest quality standards and delivered on time.
• Product Test Plans: Develop and perform product test plans to validate hardware designs.
• Technical Documentation: Generate comprehensive technical documentation, including schematics, BOMs, and design specifications.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay at the forefront of technology by actively researching and incorporating the latest advancements in hardware development.
• Relationship Building: Develop and nurture strong relationships with key customers both internal and external.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and a minimum of six years of experience related to electronics design.
• Knowledge in electrical circuit design and simulation.
• Experience in one or more of the following fields: embedded, analog, power supply or power electronics design.
• Understanding of design for EMI/ EMC.
• Knowledge in understanding PCB component level schematics.
• Experience in use of standard test equipment such as multimeters and oscilloscopes to logically troubleshoot PCBs to the component level.
• Understanding of application and critical characteristics of typical electronics components including resistors, capacitors, diodes, inductors, digital logic microcontrollers and processors, linear and switching regulators, ADCs, etc.
• Experience with PCB design tools and software.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Fluent in English.
• Ability to exhibit these required qualifications and guide junior engineers.
• Experience in Customer-facing roles.

Desired Qualifications:

• Knowledge of ARM-based embedded programming.
• Experience in Python to automate and streamline product development.
• Knowledge of UL and IEC standards and regulations.
• Knowledge of CAN and J1939 networks along with other Communication networks.

Additional Information:

• Watlow is committed to providing a supportive and innovative work environment that encourages professional growth and development.

The base pay range for this role is between $111,100 - $120,000 annually. You are also eligible for employee benefits and annual performance bonuses. Applicable pay within the posted range may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, geographical location, job function of the position, education, and experience of the successful candidate.

Benefits: The Watlow Total Compensation Plan

The health, well-being and financial stability of you and your family is a high priority to us. The Watlow Total Rewards Plan includes competitive compensation and a full range of life and career enhancing benefits:

• Annual Achievement Award
• 401(k) plan that includes a company match on your contribution and an annual company contribution that is tied to company performance
• Onsite wellness clinic
• Wellness incentives
• Employee Personal Assistance Program
• Dental, medical, vision and short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Paid holidays, personal time, and vacation
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement

Diversity & Inclusion

We proactively embrace diversity in all its dimensions across our company and cultivate a culture of inclusion and forward thinking that respects and reflects each team member's individual strengths, views, and experiences. Watlow takes pride in being an inclusive equal opportunity employer and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Please let us know confidentially if you need or require any special accommodations to participate in our recruiting process by emailing us at accommodations@Watlow.com.