Sr. Electrical Engineer (Andover, MA)

Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.   

Smith+Nephew’s Arthroscopic Enabling Technologies division is working on the development of the next generation of medical devices to enable surgeons to perform minimally invasive surgery. As we grow, we are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer, who will be a solid contributor to the development of medical device hardware, encompassing digital image acquisition and processing, computer vision, and video streaming.

This is an exciting career opportunity for a high potential engineer interested in advancing their career through the design and development of sophisticated, high-speed digital electronics for medical applications.

What will you be doing?

• Design, prototype, and develop digital electronics design within Smith+Nephew medical products:

  • Perform tasks related to high speed, multilayer, board design.

    • Create and review schematics.

    • Own components selection based on given requirements.

    • Incorporate interoperability between boards based on electrical system architecture

    • Support electrical component library management

  • Collaboration:

    • Work with FPGA and SW designers to support FPGA and on-board Processor connectivity and functionality.

    • Conduct technical design reviews as needed.

  • Test/debug:

    • Bring-up of prototype circuit boards.

    • Develop of test protocols and fixtures.

    • Document results of testing and failure analysis

• Participate in technical support to other groups as required to bring a product successfully through commercialization. Help maintain existing products and support Smith+Nephew vendor technical questions.

• Coordinate and support electrical safety (IEC/UL 60601-1, IEC 60601-2-2, IEC 60601-2-18) and EMC (IEC60601-1-2) certification testing.

• Perform design control functions to ensure compliance with FDA, ISO, and other regulatory bodies.

• Participate in ownership of Design History Files, writing specifications and test documents (protocols/report) as needed.

What will you need to be successful?

• Education:

  • Minimum BSc in Electrical or Computer Engineering

• Experience:

  • 5+ years of experience in high-speed board design, leveraging good analytical and problem-solving skills. This includes experience in taking at least two products from inception to launch.

  • Experience working in a cross-functional team of electrical, software, systems, and mechanical engineers

  • Proven experience in hands on trouble shooting, problem solving and critical thinking (making logical decisions based on data collected).

  • Proven experience in using lab equipment and debugging tools such as oscilloscope, logic analyzer and multimeters.

  • Experience with design controls, preferably in the medical device industry.

  • Experience in IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IC 60601-2-18, and IEC 60601-2-2 is preferred

  • Experience with Analog circuits and microcontroller hardware and software is preferred

  • Experience in a work environment with rapid growth and quick scope changes is desired.

• Travel Requirements: Less than 10%

You. Unlimited

We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve. 

Inclusion, Diversity and Equity- We are committed to welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Diversity, Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (https://www.smith-nephew.com/ ).

Other reasons why you will love it here!

• Your Future:  401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Options, Tuition Reimbursement  
  Work/Life Balance:   PTO, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day  

• Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program

• Flexibility: Hybrid Work Model (For mos