Electrical Engineer III

AMETEK LMS is seeking a Electrical Engineer III to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and documenting circuits for embedded, real-time microprocessor-based instruments. Working closely with firmware and mechanical development teams, you will play a key role in advancing our commitment to continuous improvement and the development of innovative new products.

The Electrical Engineer III will:

• Design and implement electronics for embedded, real-time microprocessor-based instruments, meeting product requirements. This includes both new product development and enhancements or fixes to existing products.
• Analyze product requirements, research current technologies, and collaborate with firmware, electrical, and mechanical engineers to assess feasibility and develop optimized solutions for performance and cost.
• Document schematic and layout designs following established standards and procedures, including creating test plans. Collaborate with Test Engineering to enhance automated testing.
• Contribute to project planning by estimating effort and cost, prioritizing tasks, and managing responsibilities.
• Provide technical support for associates and customers, including mentoring junior engineers, assisting with the creation of product manuals, troubleshooting customer issues, and addressing sales inquiries.
• Identify and implement opportunities for product and process improvements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Senior Electrical Engineer Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.

• 6-8 years of experience in electronic circuit design and new product development, with specific expertise in:

• Analog circuit design (DC to 1 GHz)

• Digital circuit design

• Embedded controller hardware design

• Proficiency with design software such as schematic entry tools (e.g., OrCad, Eagle) and PCB layout tools (e.g., PADS/Mentor Graphics, Eagle). Familiarity with circuit analysis software (e.g., PSpice).

• Knowledge of EMC requirements, including PCB design and layout techniques to ensure EMC performance.

• Experience with common test equipment, including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, DVM/DMM, and ideally spectrum or network analyzers.

• Proficient in general computer software such as Excel, Word, and Project.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Experience with hazardous area design approvals (e.g., Intrinsic Safety, Explosion Proof) is a plus.

• Familiarity with industrial instrumentation (level, pressure, flow, temperature measurement) is preferred.

• Knowledge of industrial digital communication protocols (HART, Foundation Fieldbus, Profibus, Modbus) is preferred.

• Experience with embedded firmware development, including C programming, is a plus.

If you are an experienced Electrical Engineer looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Join AMETEK LMS and contribute to cutting-edge product innovations in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Salary Range and Benefits:

Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. In addition, AMETEK provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee assistance program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off.

Compensation

Employee Type: Salaried

Salary Minimum: $115,000

Salary Maximum: $125,000

Incentive: No

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

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AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers' most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500. Visit https://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 (866) 263-8359.

Nearest Major Market: Aurora

Nearest Secondary Market: Chicago