Embedded Electronics Design Engineer - Hybrid; Columbus

Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Summary

Battelle’s Defense and Material Solutions Business Unit is currently seeking a Electronics Engineer . This position is located at Columbus, OH .

The person selected for this position will be responsible for the design, development, test, and production of complex electronic and electromechanical systems with some technical oversight. The ability to troubleshoot and debug existing systems is also required. The person filling this position will be expected to function as part of a technical team which may be composed of engineers, technicians, and support staff.

This person will perform assignments such as designing electrical schematics, writing embedded firmware, compiling and evaluating design and test data, and preparing technical specifications. The person will be capable of finding solutions and answers beyond the area of experience.

Analyzes possible solutions using standard procedures. Assignments may involve research for device and technology development; the design, build and integration of hardware and software components for computing systems and networks; and development of specifications for assigned system components.

Responsibilities

• Performs assignments of moderate complexity by compiling and evaluating design and test data, preparing technical specifications, analyzing technical data to determine appropriate limits and variables for computing systems, components, equipment, and networks.

• Interprets, compiles and analyzes data collected and writes various technical reports.

• Design, fabricate, and integrate electronic systems as part of an integrated technical team

• Test and troubleshoot electronic systems

• Generate and interpret electrical schematics

• Reverse-engineer electronic systems

• Generate and debug firmware code for microprocessors used in embedded systems

• Generate appropriate documentation including technical manuals and procedures

• Interpret, compile and analyze data collected and write various technical reports

• Complete assigned project work within schedule and budget constraints

• Build relationships with internal clients

• Contribute to Independent Research and Development (IR&D) studies

• Contribute to technical presentations for internal and external clients

• Capable of working with minimal technical oversight

• Assists with proposal efforts as needed.

• Presents to clients.

• Supports business development efforts led by others.

• May oversee lower-level staff in extracting and preparing data for analysis.

• Understand practical design concepts, best practices, and industry standard approaches when selecting hardware components and software solutions

• Assist with proposal efforts as needed

• Support business development efforts led by others

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an ABET accredited electrical/computer engineering program with 2-5 years of experience or master’s degree in related field with 1-4 years of experience

• Sole US Citizenship and willing and able to obtain and maintain a government TS/SCI clearance with CI Poly

• Physically fit to accomplish required tasks including working from ladders and in confined spaces

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Positive attitude, good character, and eagerness to take on technical challenges

• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills

• Problem solving ability and commitment to quality results under schedule deadlines

• Solid grasp of basic electrical engineering concepts and ability to learn

• Experience with standard lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, function generators, etc.

• Experience with computer languages/programs such as C, MATLAB, Word, Excel, etc.

• Experience working in a lab environment, including preparing, conducting, and documenting tests, soldering, and wiring

• Familiarity…