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Job Description
New York, New York Job Summary The Design Lead is responsible for overseeing the design team focused on UC and uP based design, setting design standards, and contributing to the overall design strategy. Hands‑on hardware ownership , not only analysis or oversight. Direct tester development (schematics, wiring, fixtures). Subsystem integration and bring‑up work. Real troubleshooting examples , not just theoretical design. Consistent execution in lab‑based roles over the last 5 years. Key Responsibilities Tester Development & Integration Design, build, and maintain subsystem characterization testers , including: Power distribution and protection Signal conditioning and measurement Control, interlocks, and safety circuits Develop custom test hardware including fixture schematics, wiring harnesses, and test jigs.
Integrate testers with:
Mechanical fixtures Sensors, actuators, power electronics, and embedded systems Lab and production environments Electrical Characterization & Debugging Perform electrical characterization of subsystems: Voltage/current measurements Signal integrity and timing analysis Noise, grounding Troubleshoot complex issues involving: Analog and digital electronics Power supplies, converters, and motor drives Communication interfaces (I²C, SPI, UART, CAN, Ethernet, USB) Hands‑On Lab Execution Own test execution in the lab, including: Bring‑up of new testers and subsystems Debug under schedule pressure Support for design verification and troubleshooting activities Use lab equipment extensively, including: Oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, DMMs, power analyzers Environmental and stress testing setups (as applicable) Collaboration Work closely with: Design engineers (EE, ME, firmware, systems) Manufacturing Skill Requirements Required Qualifications B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering or related field 5-8 years of hands‑on electrical engineering experience , with the majority focused on: Test system or tester development Subsystem‑level electrical integration and characterization Demonstrated experience designing, circuit analysis and debugging: Analog and digital circuits Power electronics and low‑voltage/high‑current systems Demonstrated experience in complex electrical system design and integration Strong analytical skill in circuit analysis, failure diagnostics Strong in logical reasoning and ability in root cause analysis and proactive corrective actions. Strong practical troubleshooting skills using lab instrumentation Experience taking test systems from concept build bring‑up sustained support Ability to work directly in the lab and drive issues to closure Ability to clearly document designs, test results, and design changes Understanding of design considerations for EMI/EMC, thermal management, and reliability Experience in manufacturing support and DFM/DFT Experience across the product development lifecycle is a plus Strong interpersonal and communication skills Other Requirements Strongly Preferred Experience Digital, analog and mixed circuit Embedded subsystems Motion control systems Sensor and transducer technologies Power distribution subsystems Proficiency with communication protocols such as CAN, Ethernet, RS-232, and RS485. Work Style & Mindset Practical, "get‑it‑working" engineering mindset Comfortable operating in ambiguous, early‑development environments Strong ownership of problems from discovery to resolution Collaborative, but able to work independently in the lab Maximum Salary (US): 108000 Minimum Salary (US): 71000 #body.unify div.unify-button-container .
