Embedded Design Engineer

Shannon
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Position: Embedded Design Engineer

Location: Shannon, Clare

Permanent

The Role:

Our client is a pioneering company dedicated to advancing healthcare technology through innovative solutions. Specializing in the development of cutting-edge medical devices, they are at the forefront of enhancing diagnostics and patient care globally. As an Embedded Design Engineer, you will lead and participate in electronic design feasibility, requirement specification, architecture design, iterative prototype design, system integration and design verification testing.

Responsibilities:

  • Draft electronic schematics, PCB layout using eCAD (Altium preferred).

  • Prepare PCB fabrication specifications.

  • Liaise with in-house PCBA manufacturing engineering during transfer to manufacture of PCB assembly.

  • Development of firmware within an IEC 62304 compliant process.

  • Work with our internal cross functional teams such as mechanical design, manufacturing (PCB assembly) and quality engineers to contribute to project deliverables.

  • Evaluate and implement design to ensure that all agency requirements (FCC, RED FDA, CE, etc.) are being met throughout the process.

  • Apply failure analysis skills to determine and document root cause of product, system, or component failure.

  • Generate test protocols and test reports, and update product specifications.

  • Participate in technical design reviews to ensure design integrity and safety are achieved.

    Qualifications/Requirements:

  • 3-5 years of experience in electronic design and firmware development, with a preference for experience in medical devices.

  • Proficiency in C/C++ programming languages.

  • Strong understanding of fundamental electronic principles and circuit design.

  • Exceptional problem-solving skills, capable of logical troubleshooting steps for electronic and software issues.

  • Proficient in bench testing and fault finding.

  • Familiarity with PCB schematic and layout tools, preferably Altium.

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

  • Effective communication skills for developing requirements and design documents.

  • Experience developing firmware to meet IEC 62304 standards.

  • Ability to design flex-rigid and flexible PCBs.

  • Proficiency in source code control using version control tools like GIT or Bitbucket.

  • Familiarity with communication protocols such as Bluetooth, WLAN, TCP/IP, RS232, RS485, etc.

  • Experience with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) like FreeRTOS, ThreadX, etc.

  • Knowledge of good design practices for EMC/EMI and electrical safety testing.

  • Familiarity with standards like (phone number removed) and (phone number removed)-2 (EMC) testing.

  • Customer-facing experience beneficial, as the role may involve direct interaction with customers and partners.

  • Understanding of international standards and regulations in the electronic industry (preferred but not essential).

  • Adaptability to provide support across departments when needed.

    By applying to this job post you agree that Sterling Engineering may process your personal data for recruitment purposes.

    For more information and a confidential chat please contact Karl Lippett on (phone number removed)

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