Electrical Engineer III

Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Santa Clara
Posted on: September 1, 2024

Job Description:

Roche fosters diversity, equity and inclusion, representing the communities we serve. When dealing with healthcare on a global scale, diversity is an essential ingredient to success. We believe that inclusion is key to understanding people's varied healthcare needs. Together, we embrace individuality and share a passion for exceptional care. Join Roche, where every voice matters.The PositionWe advance science so that we all have more time with the people we love.The OpportunityAt Roche, we are working to make next-generation sequencing simple and accessible enough for routine use. By accelerating clinical research, streamlining workflows, and expanding assay menus, we are broadening access to genomic data and lowering barriers to adoption. From robust sample isolation and preparation tools to novel sequencing technology and advanced bioinformatics, we are developing differentiated, highly integrated end-to-end solutions for next-generation sequencing, resulting in a sample in, result out workflow.The Electrical Engineer III, within the Roche Sequencing Solutions Division, will contribute to (and potentially lead) the design, development, and integration of electrical subsystems for next generation sequencing systems and custom equipment. These systems consist of fluidic, mechatronic, pneumatic, thermal, and optical subsystems and play a critical role in highly automated DNA sequencing pipelines and other diagnostic applications.

• You will define and refine requirements; generate system architecture; select and evaluate components; and design custom PCBAs and wiring harnesses.
• You will oversee system level assembly, testing and troubleshooting.
• You will develop firmware and/or working closely with firmware and software engineers on all bring-up and integration efforts.This position is based on-site in Santa Clara, CA.Relocation benefits are not offered for this role. Who you are:(Required)
  • You have a Bachelor's degree and/or an Advanced Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field along with 4+ years of relevant industry experience in electrical systems; you have experience with PCBA design for life sciences instrumentation and/or for automation equipment
  • You have a demonstrated understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals/concepts; you have knowledge of firmware architecture and how it ties into electrical system and control architecture
  • You have a demonstrated level of proficiency with OrCAD and Allegro, or similar; you have a demonstrated level of proficiency with all common electrical test and measurement equipment (DC Power Supply, Digital Multimeter, Oscilloscope, Power Analyzer)
  • You have demonstrated experience in PCBA design for power distribution/regulation, analog signal acquisition and processing, serial communication and control of at least two of the following: Motion (stepper and/or BLDC servo motors), thermal (TECs, PID, thermistors, thermocouples, RTDs, cartridge heaters, etc.), fluidic/pneumatic (pumps, valves, solenoids, regulators, sensors) and optical (LEDs, detectors, sensors) control applicationsPreferred:
    • You have experience with SPICE or a similar tool for simulations; experience with SolidWorks and/or similar mechanical CAD tool
    • You have experience with common communication protocols (CAN, RS232, RS485, I2C), their proper implementation, and associated challenges
    • You have experience with cable harness design tools and documentation (Arcadia, Lucidchart, RapidHarness, or similar). Experience with design control under ISO13485 and familiarity with IEC 60601/62304 standards
    • You have strong interpersonal skills: Outstanding interpersonal, verbal, and written communication and influencing skills: has built and cultivated important relationships both inside an organization and externally. Has proven abilities to influence internal partners and stakeholders, thought leaders, national advocacy organizations, national standard-setting bodies, and other relevant external parties; you are able to seamlessly collaborate with colleagues/other parts of an organization.Relocation benefits are not offered for this role. The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of Santa Clara, CA is $89,900 - $166,900. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.Who we areAt Roche, more than 100,000 people across 100 countries are pushing back the frontiers of healthcare. Working together, we've become one of the world's leading research-focused healthcare groups. Our success is built on innovation, curiosity and diversity.Roche is an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination based upon an individual's race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact us by completing this form .

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