Role: Electrical Engineer
Location: Kharadi, Pune
Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew, we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.
Join our dynamic ENT R&D team where cutting-edge technology meets rigorous validation. As an Electrical Engineer you will be contributing to electrical engineering activities for New Product Development (NPD) of advanced medical devices, with an emphasis on electrical systems for Electrosurgical and ENT (Ear, Nose, and Throat) devices. This role requires technical proficiency in electrical design, embedded systems, and compliance with medical device standards (e.g., IEC 62304, IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-2-2, IEC 60601-1-2, ISO 13485, ISO 14971). You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to support product development in regulated environments for electrosurgical and handheld electronic systems.
What will you be doing?
- Electrical Design Support: Assist in the design, prototyping, and testing of embedded systems, including analog, digital, mixed-signal, and high-frequency electronic circuits for electrosurgical and handheld devices.
- Requirements and Integration Assistance: Contribute to the development of electrical requirements and specifications. Support system integration activities, including electrical circuit design, power management, signal processing, RF design, stepper motor control, and hardware-software interfaces.
- Testing and Verification: Participate in verification and validation activities to ensure functional, electrical, and safety requirements are met. Define and execute test methods using lab equipment and debugging tools such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multimeters. Assist in regression analysis and risk mitigation for electrical components.
- Certification Support: Support coordination of electrical safety (IEC 60601-1), safety of HF Surgical Equipment (IEC 60601-2-2), and EMC (IEC 60601-1-2) certification testing. Help ensure compliance with medical device regulations (ISO, GMP, FDA, CE, MDR) and design controls.
- Risk and Evaluation Assistance: Assist in analyzing product and project risks, with focus on electrical safety. Support pre-clinical and clinical evaluations to verify electrical reliability and performance.
- Troubleshooting and Support: Provide support for production issues, field failures, and component supply strategies, including evaluating alternate parts due to obsolescence. Collaborate with contract manufacturers and suppliers to meet electrical specifications and implement basic improvements.
- Innovation Contribution: Participate in investigating new technologies in electrical systems, such as low-power and battery-operated devices, to support the innovation pipeline for medical devices.
- Reporting and Documentation: Use electrical design and simulation tools (e.g., for circuit simulation, LabVIEW) to generate reports on electrical performance and contribute to documentation for stakeholders.
What will you need to be successful?
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field. Preferred: Master’s degree in electrical engineering or a relevant discipline.
- Work Mode – 5 days working from office, Kharadi, Pune in UK Shift (12:30 PM to 9:30 PM IST)
- Experience: Minimum 2+ years with a BS degree or 1 year with an MS degree in Electrical Engineering with strong hands-on experience, preferably in medical device development or other regulated industries.
- Experience with embedded systems (RTOS or bare-metal) and basic project involvement in R&D for electrical components is a plus.
- Proficiency in electronics design (embedded systems, mixed-signal, analog, digital, RF, high-frequency layout), simulation, and testing.
- Knowledge of C/C++ for embedded firmware; familiarity with electrical design tools, LabVIEW, and debugging equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters).
- Understanding of medical device standards (e.g., IEC 62304, IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-2-2, IEC 60601-1-2, ISO 13485, ISO 14971, FDA/MDR guidance).
- Experience with electrical systems in electrosurgical or other medical devices, PCBA manufacturing, and basic embedded environments. Awareness of mechanical and software engineering principles.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills for electrical challenges. Good communication skills to work in cross-functional teams. Motivated and able to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
You Unlimited.
We believe in crafting the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.
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Other reasons why you will love it here!
- Your Future: Major medical coverage + policy exclusions and insurance non-medical limit. Educational Assistance.
- Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Privilege Leave, Floater Leave.
- Your Wellbeing: Parents/Parents-in-Law’s Insurance (Employee Contribution of 8,000/- annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave.
- Flexibility: Hybrid Work Model (For most professional roles)
- Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship
- Extra Perks: Free Cab Transport Facility for all employees; One-Time Meal provided to all employees as per shift. Night shift allowances.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related field
- Minimum 2+ years experience with a BS degree (or 1 year with MS) in Electrical Engineering
- Proficiency in electronics design (embedded systems, mixed-signal, analog, digital, RF, high-frequency layout)
- Knowledge of C/C++ for embedded firmware
- Experience with embedded systems (RTOS or bare-metal) and basic embedded R&D
- Familiarity with LabVIEW and use of debugging equipment (oscilloscope, logic analyzer, multimeter)
- Understanding of medical device standards and regulations (IEC 62304, IEC 60601 series, ISO 13485, ISO 14971, FDA/MDR)
- Experience with electrical systems in electrosurgical or other medical devices, and PCBA manufacturing awareness
- Ability to define and execute electrical test methods, perform verification/validation, and participate in certification support
- Strong problem-solving, analytical skills, and good communication for cross-functional collaboration
- Work onsite 5 days/week at Kharadi, Pune, UK shift (12:30 PM to 9:30 PM IST)
- Master's degree in Electrical Engineering (preferred)
Smith & Nephew Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision plans are paired with a global mental‑health program for employees and families, indicating a robust core health package.
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Retirement Support — U.S. employees have access to a 401(k) with company contributions, and share plans complement long‑term savings.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Generous holiday, paid volunteering leave, and flexible work models point to broad time‑off options.
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What We Do
Smith+Nephew is a global medical technology company. We design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. We support healthcare professionals to return their patients to health and mobility, helping them to perform at their fullest potential. From our first employee and founder, T.J. Smith, to our team today, it’s our people who make Smith+Nephew a unique place. Yes, we love to innovate and develop exciting technologies, and we offer competitive salaries and progressive benefits. But it’s our culture - of Care, Collaboration and Courage - that really sets us apart. Through a spirit of ownership and can-do attitude, we work together to win.. We’re a company of people who care about each other, about our customers and their patients, and about our communities. Together, we fulfill our shared purpose of Life Unlimited. Please note: not all products referred to may be approved for use or available in all markets.
