Electrical Engineer (Radio Communication Products)

Description:

• The successful candidate will test and evaluate sub-circuit-level designs on base radio communication products, working collaboratively with a multi-discipline team including software, mechanical, and manufacturing engineers.

• Evaluate and certify digital subcircuit-level designs to ensure functionality and adherence to specifications

• Read schematics and conduct PCB layout reviews

• Operate test instruments such as bench power supplies and oscilloscopes to validate designs

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze product requirements and translate them into design specifications

• Provide technical contributions as part of a project team lasting approximately 6 to 12 months

• Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders to ensure clarity and alignment on project objectives

• Work with the design team to complete certification test plans on various products

• Investigate and resolve design issues when encountered

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

• 1 to 3 years of experience in electrical engineering, specifically in testing and evaluating radio communication products

• Strong understanding of digital circuits and sub-circuit components

• Experience operating bench power supplies, oscilloscopes, and other test instruments to validate designs

• Digital subcircuit-level design experience required

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

• Ability to work efficiently in a team environment and adapt to diverse technical challenges

• Python experience required

• Proficient at reading and following schematics

• Proficient at navigating Printed Circuit Board layout

• Proficient at in-circuit measurements

• Proficient at using lab bench equipment such as power supply, multimeters, and oscilloscope

• Strong knowledge of fundamental electrical circuits and digital board design

• Comfortable with soldering

• Software Python & C

• Occasional lifting of base radio equipment might be needed: 20 lbs

• Past experience with circuit-level measurement and testing on digital interfaces is preferred

• Minor surface mount soldering - even though we have lab tech support, having the skill can help speed up the process

• Work Schedule:Full time, 8AM - 4:30PM, Monday-Friday

Benefits:

Healthcare Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.

Dental Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.

Vision Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.

401(k) Plan: The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first of the month following at least 1 calendar year after employment begins.

Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.

Synectics is a leading staffing and workforce solutions company dedicated to connecting exceptional talent with top organizations. We specialize in IT, engineering, finance, healthcare, and professional services recruitment, offering both contract and permanent staffing solutions. With a people-first approach, we focus on understanding the unique needs of our clients and candidates to create long-term, successful matches. Our mission is to empower businesses with the right talent while helping professionals achieve rewarding career opportunities