POSITION SUMMARY
The Design Engineer plans, designs, and creates hardware that meets the needs of our customer’s electronic and communication business needs. The Design Engineer is ultimately responsible for developing a product that meets the needs and expectations of the customer in a fashion that is efficient, on time and error free, and must work closely with the sales department and software engineering department to achieve this.
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| FLSA Status: | Non-Exempt | | Reports To: | Hardware Engineering Manager | | Position Supervises: | None |
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Create documentation for projects including block diagrams, state diagrams, product descriptions, and other required documents per ISO 9001 Standards, company policy and/or procedure. Participate in hardware design reviews to ensure that designs are on time, in budget, and in line with customers/sales expectations Debug prototypes of new boards, including documentation of test procedures, test specifications, test jigs, etc. Create Schematics and/or layouts for hardware projects, this includes the following: Schematic files with no DRC errors, Bill of Materials (BOM) in an appropriate format, Detailed instructions for layout, All necessary files for layout of board Provide technical assistance and resolution when electrical or engineering problems are encountered before, during, and after construction. Provide technical assistance and resolution when electrical or engineering problems are encountered before, during, and after construction. Must be able to perform feasibility studies, design and construct specialized test jigs/fixtures for testing developmental stage items, breadboard specialized circuitry for evaluation and review, and interface with suppliers as needed Will verify second source part compatibility via comprehensive testing, train technicians on technical aspects, and conduct reverse engineering of competitive products Responsible for the electrical design, development, testing, and debugging of circuitry for audio products and PCB design using schematic capture software Assemble electrical and electronic systems and prototypes according to engineering data and knowledge of electrical principles, using hand tools and measuring instruments Modify electrical prototypes, parts, assemblies, and systems to correct functional deviations Set up and operate test equipment to evaluate performance of developmental parts, assemblies, or systems under simulated operating conditions and record results Communicate with design and manufacturing engineers to bring new products from concept to production
ESSENTIAL TASKS Provides support for customer problems/complaints. This could be in-house, telephone, modem, on site, etc Collaborate with electrical engineers and other personnel to identify, define, and solve development problems Analyze and interpret test information to resolve design-related problems Prepare project cost and work-time estimates Draw or modify diagrams and write engineering specifications to clarify design details and functional criteria of experimental electronics units Plan, schedule and monitor work of support personnel to assist supervisor Review existing electrical engineering criteria to identify necessary revisions, deletions or amendments to outdated material Plan method and sequence of operations for developing and testing experimental electronic and electrical equipment Proficiency in the use of electronic test equipment, comprehensive understanding of electronic circuitry theory Comprehensive understanding of mechanical PCB design for audio and power circuitry
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Competency Statement(s) Accurate - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly then must have the ability to proof work for errors, problem, and accuracy within the allotted time frame Analytical Skills - Ability to take cost information, raw material data, and part information then process it into a form that is beneficial to IED. Attendance/Attitude - Partner is expected to exhibit a conscious effort to fill his/her responsibilities on an hour-by-hour, day-by-day basis. The partner understands the importance of attendance in his/her working relationships with team members. Communication, Oral/Written - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for inaccuracies; presents numerical data effectively; Able to speak, read, count, and interpret written information in the English language. Conceptual Thinking - Ability to think in terms of abstract ideas to develop new products, processes and/or innovations. Decision Making - Ability to make critical decisions while following IED or ISO 9000 procedures.Innovative - Ability to look beyond the standard solutions to create a product that is within budget, on time, and in demand.Presentation Skills - Ability to effectively present information publicly either in meeting or training presentations.Relationship Building - Ability to effectively build relationships with IED customers, suppliers, and partners within and outside of the US.Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
Education
Bachelor's Degree or higher in Electrical Engineering
Experience
No Experience Required
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Computer Skills
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, and Outlook)
• Proficiency with oscilloscopes, meters, and other basic lab equipment.
• Familiarity with CAD tools
• Sufficient knowledge of embedded systems, hardware, and firmware
• Sufficient knowledge of DSP algorithms and programming methods
Other Requirements
• Knowledge of audio concepts, circuits, embedded systems, PLD programming preferred
• Knowledge of Surface Mount Technology required
• Programming in assembly, C, and C++
• Ability to travel within the US or international
• One year ISO 9001 or QS 9000 work environment preferred.
• Ability to obtain/maintain company credit card
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
| N (Not Applicable) | Activity is Not Applicable to this occupation. | | O (Occasionally) | Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day) | | F (Frequently) | Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day) | | C (Constantly) | Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day) |
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Normal office setting, except when traveling
Mitek has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors, as deemed appropriate.
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MiTek Is An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
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