R&D Circuit Design Engineer

Description

About Us

LayerZero Power Systems Inc. is a globally recognized leader in providing state-of-the-art power distribution solutions for critical industries. With a strong focus on reliability, innovation, and customer satisfaction, we deliver advanced power systems products that ensure uninterrupted and dependable power supply in mission-critical environments. Our customer base is comprised of companies in the transaction processing, financial, computer service provision and semiconductor manufacturing sectors. LayerZero Power Systems is on a trajectory of sustained growth, with a loyal customer base of existing Fortune 100 customers and an expanding portfolio of new customers. 

Position Description: 

The successful candidate will participate directly in new product development projects, application and production engineering of existing products, and the processes that bring them to fruition. An R&D Engineer works with technical managers and other electrical, software and mechanical engineers, taking complete ownership of, and responsibility for well-defined tasks. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing their work product for design review, and for contributing to design review of other’s work. Agile development methods are used daily by the R&D Engineer to guide progress and provide focus. Planning and process monitoring throughout the product development cycle are integral to the position’s responsibilities, as are specification, design, coding, prototyping, testing and QA/QC of product.

Embedded real-time systems, signal conditioning and acquisition hardware, microcontroller and digital signal processor circuit design, programmable logic design, communications, embedded databases, PCB design and layout, power electronics, electromechanical systems, and human interfaces are all aspects of LayerZero’s core competency in engineering. The successful candidate will be able to contribute to this broad range of engineering disciplines.

Requirements

• Under the direction of senior Engineers, create product platforms consisting of analog and digital circuits, solid state power electronics, electromechanical and electrochemical systems, embedded real-time software, manufacturable product parts, and user interface software
• Design circuits to implement significant new features and bug fixes to existing product platforms
• Complete layout of complex, multi-layer (> 12 layer) PCBs
• Select components and compile bills of material for designs
• Create release packages of documents to enter new designs into production
• Design and code software for some embedded systems and digital signal processors
• Participate in design reviews both in person and via on-line tools
• Manage product lifecycle trajectory
• Provide product technical support

Experience & Skills:

• Success with analog and digital circuit design
• Experience with real time embedded circuits and systems
• Knowledge of FPGA logic design and SoC implementation
• Familiarity with digital signal processing theory and components
• Successful design of multi-layer PCBs
• Hands-on experience building, soldering and testing SMT PCBs
• Course work or working knowledge using embedded Linux or similar RTOS
• Working knowledge of TCP/IP networking
• Ability to follow coding rules and standards

Education: 

• Master of Science or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering  
• Engineer-in-Training or Licensed Professional Engineer status a plus 
• US Citizenship or C1 Permanent Resident Alien status 

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary 
• Performance-based incentives
• 100% company-paid benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off/Holiday pay
• A positive and collaborative work environment.

Why You Will Love Working with Us:

• Impact: Develop your skills and expertise in a rapidly growing industry, with your work directly influencing the success of mission-critical projects.
• Innovation: Immerse yourself in an environment that celebrates forward-thinking and continuous improvement.
• Collaborative spirit: Work closely with engineers, marketers, and other professionals to bring ideas to life.
• Grow with us: We are committed to your personal and professional development, offering endless opportunities to improve your skills and advance your career.

LayerZero will provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, ancestry, or status as a veteran, as defined and required by law. This policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable national, state, and local laws (i.e. Civil Rights Act, Human Rights Act, European Convention on Human Rights).