Principal Electrical Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Electrical & Firmware Architect to lead the design and development of next-generation semiconductor metrology platforms. This role requires deep expertise in system-level architecture, high-voltage electronics, precision analog/mixed-signal design, and embedded firmware development. You will translate complex system requirements into robust, manufacturable, and testable solutions while collaborating across hardware, firmware, software, and system engineering teams.

Pay Range: $170,000- $190,000 Annually (DOE)

• Architect the electrical systems for next-generation semiconductor metrology platforms, with a focus on high-voltage power systems, integrating analog, mixed-signal, and digital circuit design.
• Lead and oversee the complete PCBA development lifecycle, including requirements, architectural concept, design, simulation, prototyping, validation, and release to manufacturing.
• Define and enforce design standards, noise budgets estimation, and validation protocols, ensuring robust performance, documentation and traceability.
• Serve as a technical authority, mentoring engineers and guiding cross-functional teams through complex design challenges.
• Collaborate with senior technical leads, scientists, and stakeholders to align product development with strategic goals and ensure timely, high-quality delivery.

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or a related field
• 10+ years of industry experience in electrical hardware design and development

• Strong background in Analog and mixed-signal circuit design;
  Digital systems and FPGA design;
  Microcontroller-based system design
• Deep understanding of PCBA design, layout, DFM, and DFT;
  High-voltage and low-noise design techniques;
  Control systems and system stability
• Proficiency with Altium Designer (schematic & layout);
  Circuit simulation tools (PSpice or equivalent);
  Lab instrumentation (oscilloscope, signal generator, etc.)

• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills (FMEA preferred)
• Experience with verification, validation, and test strategy development
• Familiarity with automated test development (Python, C#)

• Embedded C programming and firmware architecture design
• Experience designing microcontroller-based systems using ARM Cortex devices, including peripheral architecture and integration (GPIO, SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, ADC, DAC, comparators, PWM, timers, DMA)
• Knowledge of firmware testing methodologies, field firmware update mechanisms (e.g., bootloaders, IAP, OTA), and revision control practices

• Strong problem-solving mindset and attention to detail
• Ownership mentality with growth mindset
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Proven ability to work in cross-functional and vendor-facing environments

• Experience in semiconductor equipment or metrology systems