Sr. Electrical Engineer Med device​/Motion ctrl; Reno, NV

Senior Electrical Engineer – Pharmaceutical Sciences

Job Type: Full Time

Start Date:

ASAP

Sponsorship is not available

Relocation assistance is available

Senior Electrical Engineer – Pharmaceutical Sciences Description

Our client, a leader in the development of advanced medical and scientific instrumentation, is looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to join their Research & Development team in Reno, NV. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, development, testing, and implementation of electrical and electronic systems for innovative new products. You will lead key portions of product development projects from concept through commercialization while collaborating closely with engineering, manufacturing, and cross‑functional teams.

The ideal candidate will have experience designing analog and digital circuits, motor control systems, embedded electronics, and power electronics within a product development environment. Experience with FPGAs, microcontrollers, EMC compliance, and board‑level troubleshooting is highly desired. This is an excellent opportunity to join an industry‑leading organization known for innovation, cutting‑edge technology, and long‑term career growth.

• Design and develop electrical and electronic systems for new product development projects
• Lead electrical engineering efforts from concept through production release
• Create analog and digital circuit designs, motor controls, and power electronics solutions
• Develop and integrate FPGA, CPLD, microcontroller, and embedded system technologies
• Perform testing, validation, and troubleshooting of prototypes and production systems
• Ensure designs meet FCC Class B EMC requirements and engineering standards
• Collaborate with PCB layout designers, manufacturing, and cross‑functional engineering teams
• Create and maintain technical documentation, specifications, and test reports
• Present designs and recommendations during engineering reviews
• Provide technical support, mentorship, and troubleshooting assistance across the organization

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering field required
• 5+ years of electrical engineering experience in product development or R&D environments required
• Experience with analog/digital circuit design, motor controls, and motor drives required
• Experience with LTSpice, OrCAD, FPGAs, CPLDs, and microcontrollers required
• Experience with EMC testing and FCC Class B compliance required

Reno offers an exceptional quality of life with access to world‑class outdoor recreation, a growing technology and manufacturing community, and a lower cost of living than many major West Coast markets.

• Lower housing costs compared to California tech hubs
• Over 300 days of sunshine annually
• Easy access to Lake Tahoe, skiing, hiking, mountain biking, fishing, and boating
• Hundreds of parks, trails, and outdoor recreation areas
• A vibrant downtown with restaurants, breweries, entertainment, and cultural events
• Convenient travel with Reno‑Tahoe International Airport
• A family‑friendly community with short commute times and a strong work‑life balance

Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast, raising a family, or simply looking for a better quality of life, Reno offers a unique combination of career opportunities and lifestyle that is difficult to match.