Electrical Engineer

Company Description

INFICON is a leading provider of innovative instrumentation, critical sensor technologies, and Smart Manufacturing/Industry 4.0 software solutions that enhance productivity and quality of tools, processes, and complete factories. These analysis, measurement and control products are essential for gas leak detection in air conditioning/refrigeration and automotive manufacturing. They are vital to equipment manufacturers and end-users in the complex fabrication of semiconductors and thin film coatings for optics, flat panel displays, solar cells and industrial vacuum coating applications. Other users of our vacuum-based processes include the life sciences, research, aerospace, packaging, heat treatment, laser cutting and many other industrial processes. We also leverage our expertise in vacuum technology to provide unique, toxic chemical analysis products for emergency response, security, and environmental health and safety.

Job Description

As an  Electrical Engineer  for INFICON Service Tools you will be responsible for design, development, upgrading, supporting, and testing of Service Tools devices and equipment.  This position is located in E. Syracuse, NY and is allocated as a hybrid work opportunity with the expectation the successful candidates are within a reasonable drive distance to be in the office when required  whether it is weekly or daily.

Qualifications

Broad Function:

As a member of the technical staff, an Electrical Engineer is responsible for the design and support of new electronic products up to and including full production.  This includes specification reviews, development program timelines and reports, design reviews, documentation packages, pre-production builds and transfers to production.  This position will also be responsible for technical support of mature products currently in production.

Major Responsibilities:

• Participates in the product design efforts including defining product specifications, performing detailed electrical and electromechanical designs, evaluating and selecting components, and constructing and evaluating the performance of engineering prototypes
• Defines test procedures and performs tests of components and systems to insure that they meet performance goals.
• Generates documentation necessary for the design, assembly and testing of products
• Uses computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering duties.
• Supports manufacturing with all engineering and testing related matters
• Works effectively in Product Teams and Product Development Teams as a responsible member.  Utilizes team skills and problem solving skills as appropriate
• Supports existing products by investigating and finding solutions to problems, developing product improvements, and finding cost savings
• Writes engineering change notices
• Provides technical support to Sales and Marketing
• Assists in the development, improvement, and documentation of engineering best practices

Recommended Minimum Qualifications:             

• B.S.  in Electrical Engineering with 2+ years  experience in electronic design and will consider candidates with 1 of the years as an internship. 
•  Understanding of Circuit Theory and its application is a plus!
• Experience with CAD design as an electrical engineering
• Understanding design principles and methodologies
• Electrical Engineering  Software experience: Cadence schematic capture, PCB layout , etc... 
• Ability to use a variety measurement equipment such as oscilloscope, logic analyzer, function generator, spectrum analyzer, multimeter, current sources, etc.
• Ability to design, develop, and build test fixtures to support production
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Additional Information

For New York, the expected salary range for this position is between $75,000 and $110,000 per year. In addition, INFICON employees are eligible for a profit sharing bonus with a target of 10%.  The actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law

INFICON provides a dynamic work environment that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our employees experience ongoing green initiatives, flexible work hours, and a variety of health and wellness programs.

INFICON’s forward-thinking approach offers countless opportunities to design, support, and manufacture a diverse product portfolio that expands globally. Our Lean and Agile work environment offers competitive compensation, relocation assistance, a discretionary bonus, and generous employee benefits; major medical, dental, health, vision, 401K, vacation and sick time, tuition reimbu