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Thorlabs Thorlabs is pleased to play a role in advancing science through the components, instruments, and systems we design and manufacture. We believe that science and innovation have great potential to improve the world around us and are committed to advancing photonics (i.e., light-based) technologies that positively impact our customers, employees, and communities. Purpose of the Position
The Electrical Engineering Manager is a mission critical role within our development team, working across many of our key product lines to design, develop, and release electronics hardware and firmware for innovative products in the fields of quantum photonics, low noise electronics, and complex integrated systems. Key responsibilities include new product ideation, electrical system architecture design, managing electrical and firmware engineering team, prototyping and development, performance validation and testing, and production release. This position requires occasional travel less than 15%. Must be a US person - working on ITAR products. Essential Job Functions
Contributes individually to electrical and firmware engineering efforts, supporting product development, sustaining engineering, and system integration. Develops ideas for new products and product families based on requirements for advanced photonics applications. Manages a team of Electrical and Firmware Engineers to design electronic hardware and firmware. Develops, maintains, and communicates project schedules and conducts periodic meetings both with the leadership team and with the product design team. Acts as a lead architect during electronic system design, overseeing chip selection and system engineering. Acts as a lead architect for firmware design, including FPGA and CPLD programming. Acts as product manager for electronic lab instruments, collaboratively identifying product requirements, retail price constraints, and engineering resource demands. Accountable for sustaining support, testing, and quality control of electronics subsystems and firmware for Colorado Laser Division products. Oversees PCBA procurement and vendor relationships. Requirements and Qualifications
Minimum 2 years of engineering management experience or similar leadership role in the industry. Minimum 5 years of demonstrated experience designing analog and digital circuits for electronic products. Demonstrated track record of delivering new electronics hardware and architecting complex systems. Experience with electrical design tools, Altium Designer preferred. Experience in calculating and simulating circuits. Experience with FPGAs, CPLDs, and embedded microcontrollers. Hands-on experience with electronic circuit board testing, including commonly-used test equipment, debugging methods, and rework. Experience with the procurement process for PCBs, including the creation of manufacturing drawings and bill of materials. Education and Specialized Knowledge
BS or MS Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills. Good planning, prioritizing, and organization and multiple priority management skills. Demonstrated experience with low noise and high-speed electronics. Strong knowledge of programmable logic devices such as FPGAs. VHDL preferred. Experience with C and C++. Strong knowledge of SCM tools. Git preferred. Strong drive and initiative to make improvements in a variety of areas with a minimum of supervision. Strong commitment to personal development and growth. Salary Range and Benefits
The salary range for this position is $119,000-$186,550 D.O.E. Thorlabs offers a complete benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid life insurance, a generous PTO package, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement. Equal Employment Opportunity
Thorlabs values its diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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Electrical Engineering Manager
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Thorlabs Thorlabs is pleased to play a role in advancing science through the components, instruments, and systems we design and manufacture. We believe that science and innovation have great potential to improve the world around us and are committed to advancing photonics (i.e., light-based) technologies that positively impact our customers, employees, and communities. Purpose of the Position
The Electrical Engineering Manager is a mission critical role within our development team, working across many of our key product lines to design, develop, and release electronics hardware and firmware for innovative products in the fields of quantum photonics, low noise electronics, and complex integrated systems. Key responsibilities include new product ideation, electrical system architecture design, managing electrical and firmware engineering team, prototyping and development, performance validation and testing, and production release. This position requires occasional travel less than 15%. Must be a US person - working on ITAR products. Essential Job Functions
Contributes individually to electrical and firmware engineering efforts, supporting product development, sustaining engineering, and system integration. Develops ideas for new products and product families based on requirements for advanced photonics applications. Manages a team of Electrical and Firmware Engineers to design electronic hardware and firmware. Develops, maintains, and communicates project schedules and conducts periodic meetings both with the leadership team and with the product design team. Acts as a lead architect during electronic system design, overseeing chip selection and system engineering. Acts as a lead architect for firmware design, including FPGA and CPLD programming. Acts as product manager for electronic lab instruments, collaboratively identifying product requirements, retail price constraints, and engineering resource demands. Accountable for sustaining support, testing, and quality control of electronics subsystems and firmware for Colorado Laser Division products. Oversees PCBA procurement and vendor relationships. Requirements and Qualifications
Minimum 2 years of engineering management experience or similar leadership role in the industry. Minimum 5 years of demonstrated experience designing analog and digital circuits for electronic products. Demonstrated track record of delivering new electronics hardware and architecting complex systems. Experience with electrical design tools, Altium Designer preferred. Experience in calculating and simulating circuits. Experience with FPGAs, CPLDs, and embedded microcontrollers. Hands-on experience with electronic circuit board testing, including commonly-used test equipment, debugging methods, and rework. Experience with the procurement process for PCBs, including the creation of manufacturing drawings and bill of materials. Education and Specialized Knowledge
BS or MS Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills. Good planning, prioritizing, and organization and multiple priority management skills. Demonstrated experience with low noise and high-speed electronics. Strong knowledge of programmable logic devices such as FPGAs. VHDL preferred. Experience with C and C++. Strong knowledge of SCM tools. Git preferred. Strong drive and initiative to make improvements in a variety of areas with a minimum of supervision. Strong commitment to personal development and growth. Salary Range and Benefits
The salary range for this position is $119,000-$186,550 D.O.E. Thorlabs offers a complete benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid life insurance, a generous PTO package, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement. Equal Employment Opportunity
Thorlabs values its diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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