Full Time
Illinois
Posted 2 years ago

Electrical Engineer– Full-Time

Arlington Heights, IL 60004

We take pride in our collaborative and cross-disciplinary approach to projects, working with the speed of a startup and the wisdom of industry veterans. As a member of our growing team, you’ll help solve important challenges in medical, industrial, virtual reality, and consumer electronics markets.

Job Description

Optimal Design, one of Illinois’ Best Places to Work, is looking for the best, brightest, and most innovative Electrical Engineers to help us build the most amazing hardware in the world. Candidates at all experience levels will be considered but must be U.S. citizens or green card holders. Open positions are on-site in the Arlington Heights headquarters, located at 601 West Campus Drive, or the Chicago studio located at 566 West Adams St.

What You’ll Do

As an Electrical Engineer at Optimal Design, you will:

Imagine new devices and electronics applications
Build proof-of-concept prototypes
Design electronics from blank schematic sheet to production
Layout rigid and flexible printed circuit boards
Engage with clients to understand requirements and provide outstanding customer service
Troubleshoot challenging electronics problems
Collaborate with and advise mechanical, software, and radio frequency engineers and industrial designers

Who We’re Looking For

An ideal candidate has the following skills:

BS in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering
Strong understanding of electrical and electronics fundamentals, including: electromagnetics, passive and active components, and integrated circuits
Demonstrable capabilities in one or more key areas of electronics: Analog Hardware Design, Digital Hardware Design, RF Technologies, Embedded Circuit Design, Power Systems, Sensor and Control Circuits, Audio Electronics, or Optoelectronics
Meaningful experience demonstrating the ability to confront difficult electronics problems independently and in a team environment
Enthusiastic interest in a broad range of electronics applications
Ability to apply skills to resolve difficult problems and develop innovative solutions.
Excellent communication skills, self-managing initiative, and detail oriented workmanship
Experience with schematic capture, PCB layout, and flex circuit design
Experience prototyping circuits
Experience designing circuits with antennas
Experience with EMI, ESD, shielding, safety, and certification testing
Experience sourcing components and working with suppliers

Enhancing qualifications:

MS in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering
Ability to design and manage projects efficiently and effectively through all phases from concept to production
Experience estimating project costs and lead times
Experience working with enclosures and overcoming mechanical constraints
Experience with firmware and software design, particularly embedded microcontroller C/C++ programming

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