POSITION SUMMARY
The Electrical Engineer II applies technical knowledge to design, develop and transfer to manufacturing electronic modules embedded in MSD’s instruments and supports other engineering projects.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop analog designs for power supplies, analog/digital sensors, low light-level sensors and human-machine interfaces, motion, fluidics and temperature controls.
- Develop digital designs for microcontrollers and USB high speed hubs.
- Develop schematics, BOMs and theory of operations.
- Guide PCB layout as required.
- Work with mechanical, systems engineers and scientists on holistic solutions to instrument cabling, PCB form factors, internal instrument environment control and EMC compliance.
- Participate in design reviews. Analyze and test electrical designs to ensure the design meets requirements for performance, manufacturability and serviceability
- Develop test procedures, software and fixtures as required
- Assist in the testing and verification of COTS components
- Support instrument level performance, reliability, verification and validation testing
- Participate in instrument Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and safety tests to ensure instruments are working properly.
- Support transfer to instrument designs to the manufacturing team.
- Specific duties may vary depending upon departmental requirements.
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent work experience.
- Minimum 2 years of experience.
- Experience with the development of in vitro diagnostic or scientific instrumentation in an ISO or cGMP environment preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Solid knowledge of electronics circuit design fundamentals.
- Knowledge of Atmel ARM based microcontrollers preferred.
- Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills, as well as the ability to handle complex situations and demonstrate sound judgment and problem solving.
- Ability to optimize and validate with guidance from senior engineers.
- Excellent oral, written communication and interpersonal skills are required
- Effectively communicate issues/problems and results that impact timelines, accuracy and reliability of project status
- Excellent documentation skills, technical writing and presentation skills required.
- Proficiency in MS Office suite and engineering computing software is required (graphics editing, statistics, etc.).
- Knowledge of Python preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the individual is frequently required to sit and stand for long periods. The individual is occasionally required to walk; use hands and fingers to operate, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms. This position requires the ability to communicate and exchange information, utilize equipment necessary to perform the job, and move about the office.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This position is performed in an electrical engineering/laboratory environment.
COMPENSATION SUMMARY
The annual base salary for this position ranges from $78,100 to $116,200. This salary range represents a general guideline as MSD considers other factors when presenting an offer of employment, such as scope and responsibilities of the position, external market factors, and the candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, education and experience. Employees may qualify for a discretionary or non-discretionary bonus in addition to their base salary. These annual bonuses are intended to recognize individual performance and enable employees to benefit from the Company's overall success.
BENEFITS SUMMARY
At MSD, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and financial security. In addition to competitive salaries, our benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with prescription benefits. We provide a 401(k) plan with company matching, flexible spending accounts, and company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance as well as group life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance. Our offerings also encompass paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, and paid parental leave, along with an employee assistance program. Additional voluntary perks include a fitness club membership contribution, pet insurance, identity theft protection, home and auto insurance discounts, and optional supplemental life insurance.
EEO/AA STATEMENT
MSD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, age, protected veteran status, pregnancy, disability status, or any other protected characteristic. For our full EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit here. Meso Scale Diagnostics uses E-Verify to validate the work eligibility of candidates.
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What We Do
Founded in 1995, Meso Scale Discovery (MSD) is a global leader in the development, manufacture, and commercialization of innovative assays and instruments for the measurement of molecules in biological samples.
MSD’s proprietary MULTI ARRAY technology enhances medical research and drug development by enabling researchers to profile many biomarkers simultaneously in a single sample without compromising assay performance.
MSD’s technology has been widely adopted by researchers in pharmaceutical companies, government institutions, universities, and clinical laboratories worldwide for its high sensitivity, excellent reproducibility, and wide dynamic range.
Throughout its history, MSD has continued to evolve its technology platform to enable researchers to solve complex biological questions and, as the Company looks toward the future, it is expanding into clinical applications and the emerging fields of personalized medicine and companion diagnostics.
