Employment Opportunities

Senior Electriconics Engineer

This is a senior level position focused on the design of motion controllers and associated electronics for piezo-actuated nano-positioners being developed by nPoint. This is a great opportunity for a seasoned engineer to join a highly motivated, cooperative team and assume design ownership of product electronics. We are looking for a self-starting team player that thrives on driving and owning designs from concept through production support.

Responsibilities will cover a range of engineering work including specification assessment, hardware and firmware design, verification testing and generation of all required documentation. Specific design work will include development of mixed-signal control systems using high-performance ADCs and DACs as well as DSPs, FPGAs and low-noise analog front ends. Working closely and collaboratively with software, control and mechanical engineers as well as production personnel in various aspects of product development will be critical to success.

Occasional travel to customer sites may be required.

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering is preferred; Other relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a BSEE
• 5+ years demonstrated experience in both analog and digital electronics design with emphases on high-resolution, high-accuracy, low-noise data acquisition and control is required
• Successful electronics development track record in a cross-functional team environment, including all phases of development and product support is required
• Ability to work productively with minimal supervision is essential
• Ability to multitask and manage one’s personal priorities is essential
• Appreciation of the value of collaboration and personal growth opportunities in cross-functional team development is essential
• Proficiency in schematic capture is required; OrCAD experience is preferred
• Familiarity with PCB design tools such as PADS is preferred
• Circuit simulation proficiency using tools such as Pspice is desired
• Ability to manage a project, including scheduling, cost estimates, and tracking project details is desired
• Familiarity with DSP hardware and firmware design is a plus
• Experience designing control systems and drives with modern topologies is preferred
• Experience with EMC compliance including design and qualification testing is preferred
• Experience with Matlab and Simulink is a plus

Pay is commensurate with experience, including good benefits and stock options. To apply, send your resume and cover letter to: hr@npoint.com