Position Description: Protingent has an exciting direct hire opportunity for an Electrical Engineer with our client in Milpitas, CA.
Job Responsibilities:
Design, develop, test, and validate cutting-edge electrical designs and solutions that meet our clients' needs.
Collaborate with technical experts, in-house engineers, and clients on designs from initial concept to full mass-production phases.
Conduct design reviews with clients and company resources.
Create, maintain, and review technical specifications, drawings, schematics, component BOM, and other documentation during the course of development.
Work to support engineering build activities, including overseas travel.
Perform electrical bring-up and lab activities conducive to a start-up-type environment.
Collaborate with manufacturing resources to develop and review production test plans.
Work to ensure all designs meet yield, quality, and safety standards.
Job Qualifications:
BS, MS, or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or related fields.
3+ years of experience in consumer electronics with a focus on hardware system design.
Track record of nurturing consumer electrical products into production, especially in offshore manufacturing-type environments.
Strong proficiency with PCB design and layout toolchains, especially Cadence OrCAD/ Allegro.
Strong EE fundamentals on analog circuits (DC/DC, audio, power, and signal integrity, SPICE simulations).
Strong EE fundamentals on battery-powered circuits and power optimization best practices.
Knowledgeable in digital communication protocols (I2C, SPI, USB).
Knowledgeable in RF communication systems and protocols (BLE, WiFi).
Knowledgeable in Embedded Systems design utilizing ARM and RISC-V processors.
Knowledgeable of certification requirements, including UL, FCC, CE, USB-IF.
Experience with component sourcing, selection, and cost-reduction activities.
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex electrical problems.
Ability to perform limited hands-on lab and other technical work.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Good interpersonal and people management skills, including fluency in written and spoken Mandarin Chinese, are preferred.
Job Details:
Job Type: Direct Hire
Salary Range: $150K-180K.
Location: Milpitas, CA.
About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.