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Staff Electrical R&D Engineer

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Research & Development
    Engineering
  • Santa Clara

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree with 7+ years, Masters with 6+ years, or other equivalent experience in electrical engineering or a related field.
  • Proficient in Altium Designer (or similar) for schematic capture and PCB layout. Knowledgeable on design for power integrity, signal integrity, fault tolerance, and EMC.
  • Strong design experience with embedded systems, sensors, serial communication, and analog and digital electrical systems.
  • Experience designing power distribution systems, current limiting, power regulation, fusing, FET selection, PWM frequency trade-offs, gate slew rate trade-offs, etc.
  • Experience designing and bringing hardware to market, including undergoing compliance testing.
  • Background in working in Robotics and/or Medical Device industry.
  • Experience working on systems containing various rigid & flexible PCAs connected with dynamic cabling (e.g. clock spring cabling, flex boards & FFCs, slip rings, etc.).
  • Capable of architecting systems containing brushless DC motors.
  • Expertise in designing safety critical and fail-safe systems, including isolation diagrams.

Responsibilities

  • Own full lifecycle design of mixed power, embedded computing and interconnect PCAs. Test designs at the PCA and system level using relevant test tools. Engage with vendors productively. Clearly document analyses, architectural decisions, and test results.
  • Participate in and lead design reviews and analyses (safety, reliability, failure, etc.) to develop robust architectures driven by simulation, analysis, and testing. Provide detailed architecture, schematic, and layout review to peers.
  • Mentor and guide engineers with varying levels of experience. Effectively collaborate with peers beyond electrical engineering.
  • Influence system architecture and participate in testing for medical safety and compliance per IEC60601-1 and related standards.
  • Influence planning, timelines, and goals for projects including new technology and process development.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Staff Electrical R&D Engineer.

Where is this position located?

This position is located in Santa Clara, CA.

What does the Robotics and Digital Solutions group focus on?

The group focuses on robotic intervention that is targeted, minimally invasive, and personalized, particularly in the field of soft-tissue robotic care.

What engineering disciplines are part of the Strategic Robotics R&D team?

The team includes electrical, mechatronics, mechanical, robotic controls, software, and clinical engineers.

What is the required educational background for this role?

The required educational background is a Bachelor's degree with 7+ years of experience, a Master's degree with 6+ years of experience, or other equivalent experience in electrical engineering or a related field.

What software proficiency is required for this position?

Proficiency in Altium Designer (or similar software) for schematic capture and PCB layout is required.

What are some key responsibilities of this role?

Key responsibilities include owning the full lifecycle design of mixed power, embedded computing, and interconnect PCAs, participating in design reviews, mentoring engineers, and influencing system architecture for medical safety and compliance.

Are there opportunities for mentorship in this role?

Yes, there are opportunities to mentor and guide engineers with varying levels of experience.

What is the anticipated salary range for this position?

The anticipated base pay range is $141,000 to $227,700.

What kind of employee benefits are offered?

Employee benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, and various time-off benefits.

Is experience in the medical device industry preferred?

Yes, a background in working in Robotics and/or the Medical Device industry is preferred.

Will the interview process accommodate individuals with disabilities?

Yes, Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an inclusive interview process and accommodations can be requested.

When does this job posting close?

The job posting is anticipated to close on 3/17/25, but may be extended.

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