Electrical Engineer

1 day ago


Menlo Park, California, United States PacBio Full time
PacBio Job Description

PacBio is seeking an experienced electrical engineer to lead the design and implementation of electronic subsystems for our next-generation SMRT sequencing instruments. This individual will work closely with systems engineers to understand and refine requirements, document and champion hardware architecture options, drive interdisciplinary design reviews, and implement solutions from an optimal blend of off-the-shelf and custom components.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design, prototype, build, and test complex mixed analog and digital custom circuit boards, including programmable logic.
  • Improve existing designs to be more reliable, manufacturable, and serviceable.
  • Transition deliverables to mass production in collaboration with manufacturing NPI.
  • Collaborate with manufacturing on product-sustaining activities.
  • Work closely with turnkey PCBA manufacturer and assembly house to build prototypes.
  • Collaborate with Product Management, Systems Engineering, Optical, Mechanical, and System Integration teams to refine hardware requirements.
  • Work with stakeholders across the company to understand product needs and implement customer-focused solutions that meet business goals for quality, schedule, and cost.
  • Present and champion compelling solutions to both business and technical audiences.
  • Explore technology trends and their applicability to PacBio next-generation products.
Requirements:
  • Typically requires a minimum of 11-14 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 9-12 years with a Master's degree; or 8-11 years with a PhD.
  • A degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
  • Possess an analytical mindset and extensive experience with electronic and FPGA design.
  • Demonstrated troubleshooting skills and structured problem-solving approach (e.g., Lean Six-Sigma methodology).
  • Experience architecting and implementing complex high-performance embedded systems.
  • Demonstrated competency in electronics and computer architecture and transitioning products to manufacturing.
  • Proficient at schematic capture and PCB layout using Altium, OrCAD, and Cadence Allegro CAD/EDA design tools.
  • Experienced in signal integrity and EMI/EMC design techniques for PCBA design.
  • Ability to drive DFx design activities through hardware development cycles to meet or exceed product performance targets.
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, a strong team player, able to take initiative, detail-oriented, and able to work effectively as part of a strong hardware team.
  • Thrives in a fast-paced environment, interacting with scientists and engineers from a variety of disciplines.
Preferred Experience:
  • Familiarity with High-Performance Compute (HPC) architectures.
  • Experience with semiconductor capital equipment, laboratory instruments, or similar products.

PacBio is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please contact us at [email address] or [phone number] for assistance.


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