Electrical Engineer, Advanced - Zebra Technologies Corporation
San Jose, CA 95101
About the Job
Remote Work: NoOverview: At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working to make everyday life better
United by curiosity and care, we develop dynamic solutions that anticipate our customer’s and partner’s needs and solve their challenges.
Being a part of Zebra Nation means being seen, heard, valued, and respected
Drawing from our diverse perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose
Here you are a part of a team pushing boundaries to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve.
You have opportunities to learn and lead at a forward-thinking company, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes that you care about – locally and globally
We’ve only begun reimaging the future – for our people, our customers, and the world
Let’s create tomorrow together.The Senior Electrical Engineer will join a small and nimble Hardware Engineering team that will be focused on all electrical engineering aspects of the Zebra/ Fetch AMR products
The successful candidate will collaborate with and assist other team members to develop electronic, mechanical, and system designs
This includes designing and debugging printed circuit boards, engineering robust system designs, and prototyping all aspects of the hardware system
The candidate will evaluate new technologies and develop new features for the current and future Zebra/ Fetch products
The candidate will be responsible for collaborating cross-functionally with electrical, mechanical, firmware, software/firmware driver, and system software teams in order to define, develop and test the hardware and migrate that hardware system to a production release state and facilitate a successful hand off to Zebra/ Fetch Production organization.Responsibilities:Establishes requirements for highly complex electrical design projects Architects and designs highly complex electrical projects
Completes all phases of the projects
Follows through on all in-process and final inspection activitiesDevelops and applies technical and quality improvementsCreates new programs, technologies and solutions based on novel or unique ideas
Ensures new ideas and methodologies are documented for use by hardware teamsUses status as a knowledge leader in hardware design and functional knowledge across multiple engineering disciplines and program management to provide technical leadership to a given programDefines requirements for and may design complex new tools to aid in the analysis and solving of complex problemsInitiates cross-company collaboration and develops positive relationships with other engineering disciplinesExercises judgment (within broadly defined policies and practices) in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining resultsMay coordinate the activities of other personnelNetworks with key contacts outside own area of expertise
Interacts with management and senior customer personnel on matters requiring coordination across organizational lines
Represent the organization as the principal customer contact and often performs project leadershipThe candidate will be designing and debugging printed circuit boards, engineering robust system designs, and prototyping all aspects of the hardware system.The candidate will evaluate new technologies and develop new features for the current and future Zebra/ Fetch products.The candidate will be responsible for defining, developing and testing the hardware and migrate that hardware system to a production release state and facilitate a successful hand off to Zebra/ Fetch Production organization.Completes documentation and procedures for installation and maintenanceMay interact with users to define system requirements and/or necessary modificationsAnalyze designs to designate necessary equipment to collect dataEvaluate and synthesize experimental tests and their resultsRead and design plans to build electrical systems on a variety of products and machineryFocus on manipulation and usage of electricity within a function of an engineered processExercises judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutionsQualifications:Minimum Qualifications:BS in Electrical, Robotics or Computer Engineering, or equivalent with 5+ years of experience OR Masers Degree in Robotics or Computer Engineering or equivalent with 4+ years of experience.Key Skills and Competencies:Ability to read and interpret engineering drawingsDesigning DC-DC power distribution systems that involve batteries and charging systemsFamiliarity with EMC noise emissions and immunity using IEC EN 61000 test standardsFamiliarity with insulation and hi-pot testing per IEC 61204-7 standards to obtain TUV marks or similar
Ability to prepare for TUV factory inspections.Familiarity with regulatory reporting requirements for UL, CE, etc.Build proof-of-concept and initial prototype hardwareCable assembly and cable harness design experienceSensors and transducers system integrationDesign digital and analog electrical circuits and systems, and create schematicsLead and review PCB layoutsExtensive work with microcontrollers, microprocessors (ARM), SOCsProcessor peripheral interfaces (PCIe, USB, I2C, SPI, storage, high speed serial)Assist in design of production test fixtures and writing automation softwareWorking with 3rd-party vendors and partners on vetting and validation of parts and other sourcesPropose, negotiate, design and test electrical solutions to achieve functional and performance objectivesExperience with ECAD software, Eagle, Altium, or equivalentExperience in taking designs from concept through manufacturingAbility to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manualsAble to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general publicRequires working knowledge of Signal Integrity and Power IntegrityStrong working knowledge of best practices for PCB layout and constructionExperience throughout the development life cycle (writing specifications, selecting parts, prototyping, engaging with vendors, design validation, and scale production)Experience in hardware prototype bring-up, debug, fault detection, and failure analysisWorking knowledge of Linux command lineExperience designing with embedded systems, from flashing to debuggingExcitement about robots and working on products that are being shipped into a fast-growing marketZebra is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability and protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in applying for a position, please contact us at
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.Know Your Rights:Conozca sus Derechos:We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment
Please contact us to request accommodation.Zebra is a federal contractor and is committed to an alcohol and drug free workplace
As a result, all U.S
based employees are subject to the Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace Policy and Procedure.Zebra Total Rewards includes more than just pay and is structured to meet the needs of our changing global business and evolving talent
We are committed to providing our employees with a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive – including healthcare, wellness, inclusion networks, and continued learning and development offerings
We offer community service days, in addition to the traditional insurances, compensation, parental leave, employee assistance program and paid time off offerings depending on the country where you work.Salary: USD 135400.00 - USD 203000.00 YearlySalary offered will vary depending on your location, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience.Additionally, all Zebra roles are eligible for cash incentive programs
For example, sales roles have additional opportunity to earn substantial variable compensation tied to quota achievement
In most other roles, the Zebra annual cash incentive program links Company and individual performance together
Some roles may also be eligible for long-term incentive equity awards.To protect candidates from falling victim to online fraudulent activity involving fake job postings and employment offers, please be aware our recruiters will always connect with you via @zebra.com email accounts
Applications are only accepted through our applicant tracking system and only accept personal identifying information through that system
Our Talent Acquisition team will not ask for you to provide personal identifying information via e-mail or outside of the system
If you are a victim of identity theft contact your local police department.Department:Engineering
United by curiosity and care, we develop dynamic solutions that anticipate our customer’s and partner’s needs and solve their challenges.
Being a part of Zebra Nation means being seen, heard, valued, and respected
Drawing from our diverse perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose
Here you are a part of a team pushing boundaries to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve.
You have opportunities to learn and lead at a forward-thinking company, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes that you care about – locally and globally
We’ve only begun reimaging the future – for our people, our customers, and the world
Let’s create tomorrow together.The Senior Electrical Engineer will join a small and nimble Hardware Engineering team that will be focused on all electrical engineering aspects of the Zebra/ Fetch AMR products
The successful candidate will collaborate with and assist other team members to develop electronic, mechanical, and system designs
This includes designing and debugging printed circuit boards, engineering robust system designs, and prototyping all aspects of the hardware system
The candidate will evaluate new technologies and develop new features for the current and future Zebra/ Fetch products
The candidate will be responsible for collaborating cross-functionally with electrical, mechanical, firmware, software/firmware driver, and system software teams in order to define, develop and test the hardware and migrate that hardware system to a production release state and facilitate a successful hand off to Zebra/ Fetch Production organization.Responsibilities:Establishes requirements for highly complex electrical design projects Architects and designs highly complex electrical projects
Completes all phases of the projects
Follows through on all in-process and final inspection activitiesDevelops and applies technical and quality improvementsCreates new programs, technologies and solutions based on novel or unique ideas
Ensures new ideas and methodologies are documented for use by hardware teamsUses status as a knowledge leader in hardware design and functional knowledge across multiple engineering disciplines and program management to provide technical leadership to a given programDefines requirements for and may design complex new tools to aid in the analysis and solving of complex problemsInitiates cross-company collaboration and develops positive relationships with other engineering disciplinesExercises judgment (within broadly defined policies and practices) in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining resultsMay coordinate the activities of other personnelNetworks with key contacts outside own area of expertise
Interacts with management and senior customer personnel on matters requiring coordination across organizational lines
Represent the organization as the principal customer contact and often performs project leadershipThe candidate will be designing and debugging printed circuit boards, engineering robust system designs, and prototyping all aspects of the hardware system.The candidate will evaluate new technologies and develop new features for the current and future Zebra/ Fetch products.The candidate will be responsible for defining, developing and testing the hardware and migrate that hardware system to a production release state and facilitate a successful hand off to Zebra/ Fetch Production organization.Completes documentation and procedures for installation and maintenanceMay interact with users to define system requirements and/or necessary modificationsAnalyze designs to designate necessary equipment to collect dataEvaluate and synthesize experimental tests and their resultsRead and design plans to build electrical systems on a variety of products and machineryFocus on manipulation and usage of electricity within a function of an engineered processExercises judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutionsQualifications:Minimum Qualifications:BS in Electrical, Robotics or Computer Engineering, or equivalent with 5+ years of experience OR Masers Degree in Robotics or Computer Engineering or equivalent with 4+ years of experience.Key Skills and Competencies:Ability to read and interpret engineering drawingsDesigning DC-DC power distribution systems that involve batteries and charging systemsFamiliarity with EMC noise emissions and immunity using IEC EN 61000 test standardsFamiliarity with insulation and hi-pot testing per IEC 61204-7 standards to obtain TUV marks or similar
Ability to prepare for TUV factory inspections.Familiarity with regulatory reporting requirements for UL, CE, etc.Build proof-of-concept and initial prototype hardwareCable assembly and cable harness design experienceSensors and transducers system integrationDesign digital and analog electrical circuits and systems, and create schematicsLead and review PCB layoutsExtensive work with microcontrollers, microprocessors (ARM), SOCsProcessor peripheral interfaces (PCIe, USB, I2C, SPI, storage, high speed serial)Assist in design of production test fixtures and writing automation softwareWorking with 3rd-party vendors and partners on vetting and validation of parts and other sourcesPropose, negotiate, design and test electrical solutions to achieve functional and performance objectivesExperience with ECAD software, Eagle, Altium, or equivalentExperience in taking designs from concept through manufacturingAbility to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manualsAble to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general publicRequires working knowledge of Signal Integrity and Power IntegrityStrong working knowledge of best practices for PCB layout and constructionExperience throughout the development life cycle (writing specifications, selecting parts, prototyping, engaging with vendors, design validation, and scale production)Experience in hardware prototype bring-up, debug, fault detection, and failure analysisWorking knowledge of Linux command lineExperience designing with embedded systems, from flashing to debuggingExcitement about robots and working on products that are being shipped into a fast-growing marketZebra is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability and protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in applying for a position, please contact us at
workplace.accommodations@zebra.com
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.Know Your Rights:Conozca sus Derechos:We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment
Please contact us to request accommodation.Zebra is a federal contractor and is committed to an alcohol and drug free workplace
As a result, all U.S
based employees are subject to the Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace Policy and Procedure.Zebra Total Rewards includes more than just pay and is structured to meet the needs of our changing global business and evolving talent
We are committed to providing our employees with a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive – including healthcare, wellness, inclusion networks, and continued learning and development offerings
We offer community service days, in addition to the traditional insurances, compensation, parental leave, employee assistance program and paid time off offerings depending on the country where you work.Salary: USD 135400.00 - USD 203000.00 YearlySalary offered will vary depending on your location, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience.Additionally, all Zebra roles are eligible for cash incentive programs
For example, sales roles have additional opportunity to earn substantial variable compensation tied to quota achievement
In most other roles, the Zebra annual cash incentive program links Company and individual performance together
Some roles may also be eligible for long-term incentive equity awards.To protect candidates from falling victim to online fraudulent activity involving fake job postings and employment offers, please be aware our recruiters will always connect with you via @zebra.com email accounts
Applications are only accepted through our applicant tracking system and only accept personal identifying information through that system
Our Talent Acquisition team will not ask for you to provide personal identifying information via e-mail or outside of the system
If you are a victim of identity theft contact your local police department.Department:Engineering
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