Sr. Electrical Engineer

Photon Kinetics is the world’s trusted standard in optical fiber testing and measurement solutions. For more than 40 years, our instruments have helped fiber and cable manufacturers deliver the performance that enables high-speed communication networks around the globe. 95% of the world’s optical fiber has been tested using our equipment.

As the world moves deeper into AI-driven computing and hyperscale data centers, the demand for precise measurement and reliable optical infrastructure continues to grow. Photon Kinetics is applying its expertise in measurement science, automation, and precision systems to help build the connectivity backbone that powers the next generation of data and AI technologies.

The Senior Electrical Engineer is a core member of the Product Development Engineering team, responsible for designing, developing, and improving the analog, mixed-signal, and data-acquisition electronics at the heart of Photon Kinetics’ test and measurement instruments.

You will work across the full design lifecycle—from initial concept and SPICE simulation through PCB layout, prototyping, and production release. Your circuits will handle signals from DC to 2 GHz, including ultra-low-noise photodiode front ends, small-signal amplifier chains, and precision power supplies. You will also contribute to microcontroller firmware for bare-metal and embedded systems.

This role requires a hands‑on engineer who thrives on solving difficult measurement problems and who values the kind of precision and reliability that define Photon Kinetics’ reputation in the industry.

1. Deliver Production-Ready Circuit Designs
Complete at least one major analog or mixed-signal design from concept through validated prototype, meeting performance specifications and ready for manufacturing release.

2. Strengthen Product Development Engineering Capability
Establish yourself as a go‑to resource for analog and mixed-signal design within the team. Contribute to design reviews, mentor junior engineers where appropriate, and help build repeatable design practices for low-noise signal chains and data‑acquisition systems.

3. Support Manufacturing and Customer Success
Work with Manufacturing Engineering to develop test procedures and resolve production issues for new and existing products. Provide technical support to Customer Service when field problems require deep electrical expertise.

• Design and maintain analog and mixed-signal circuits from DC to 2 GHz, including small-signal amplifier chains, precision data‑acquisition systems, and DC‑DC power supplies
• Design ultra‑low‑noise photodiode front ends and signal conditioning circuits for high-performance optical measurement instruments
• Perform detailed analytical and experimental analysis of electrical circuits using SPICE simulation and bench testing; document results clearly and thoroughly
• Manage designs from initial concept through schematic capture, PCB layout optimization (component placement and signal routing), prototyping, and production release

• Contribute to microcontroller firmware development for bare‑metal and embedded systems used in PK instruments
• Participate in programming, debugging, and testing of microcontroller-based subsystems

• Assist Manufacturing in developing test procedures and diagnosing problems during production startup of new products
• Define testing and acceptance criteria for finished products
• Provide technical support for Customer Service and Marketing when field issues require electrical engineering expertise
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to cross‑functional project teams
• Monitor trends and innovations in components, technologies, and techniques relevant to Photon Kinetics’ product lines
• Continuously improve the performance, reliability, and manufacturability of PK products
• Develop an understanding of Photon Kinetics’ products, key markets, and customer applications

• May manage or lead projects of broad scope and complexity to develop and introduce new or significantly enhanced products into manufacturing
• May train or mentor less…