Electronics Engineer ​/ Freelance

Freelance Electronics Engineer

RKS has been a leader in Industrial Design for over 40 years, delivering innovation that transforms everyday life across industries—from medical devices and consumer electronics to mobility solutions and lifestyle products. Our multidisciplinary team combines creativity, engineering, and human-centered thinking to produce emotionally resonant, market-winning designs.

We are looking for a highly experienced Freelance Electronics Engineer to consult with our product development team on a project-by-project basis. This role is ideal for a senior-level engineer with 10+ years of experience who can independently lead the design and integration of electronic systems across a range of complex product categories. You will collaborate with mechanical, firmware, and industrial designers to create fully integrated, production-ready solutions.

• Lead the design, development, and testing of electronic hardware for consumer, medical, and industrial products.
• Develop circuit schematics, select components, and design PCB layouts using tools like Altium, Eagle, or KiCad.
• Build and program hardware prototypes using micro-controller platforms such as Arduino, STM
  32, or Raspberry Pi.
• Collaborate with mechanical and firmware teams to ensure tight system integration and reliable operation.
• Define electrical architecture, power budgets, and communication protocols (e.g., I2C, SPI, BLE, USB).
• Troubleshoot and debug circuits across development stages—from bread-boarding to final PCBA.
• Evaluate and specify off-the-shelf components, sensors, and modules to meet performance, cost, and compliance targets.
• Prepare documentation including BOMs, test reports, and production handoff materials.
• Advise on design for manufacturability (DFM), regulatory compliance, and lifecycle risk.
• Contribute to design reviews and help drive technical decision-making across projects.

• Bachelor's degree in Electromechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field; a Master's degree is a plus.
• Proven experience in designing and integrating electronics into mechanical systems.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., Solid Works, AutoCAD) and electronic design automation (EDA) tools (e.g., Altium SW, Eagle).
• Strong understanding of circuit design, micro-controllers, sensors, and actuators.
• Experience with embedded systems and firmware development is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with regulatory standards and certification processes for consumer, medical, and industrial products.

• Client-facing, project management experience is highly preferred.
• Consulting / Agency experience is highly preferred.
• Experience with medical product development a plus.

Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Paid holidays, 401 K as defined in the employee handbook, Sick leave, Vacation