Electronics Hardware Design Engineer

Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.

Job Title: Electronics Hardware Design Engineer

Location(s): Johnson City, TN

• Participates in the development of electronic hardware for embedded controllers and input / output devices used in industrial control products.
  
  
  
  • The engineer will analyze, test, verify, troubleshoot, and support implemented electronic hardware solutions. Review and create process documents, design documents, and fault insertion test designs for automation products, supporting both existing designs (updates and redesigns) and potential new designs.
  • The engineer works on a team that is responsible for the lifecycle of automation control equipment (PLC). Such activities include circuit design, circuit analysis, schematic entry, component selection, developing engineering specifications, PCB design, maintain manufacturability, and verification/validation through planning & testing.
  • The engineer will collaborate with international Research & Development teams on similar products and with international factory teams during development and production phases. The position reports to the Functional Safety Engineering Project Manager and works with the team in which work is assigned under the direction of the Hardware Technical Lead Engineer.
  
  
  
  
• Objectives of the position.
  
  
  
  • Participate in writing design documents, test procedures, fault analysis, and test reports.
  • Analysis and design of digital and analog electronic circuits (for example, microcontrollers, transistors, comparators, operational amplifiers, logic gates, linear regulators, switching regulators).
  • Participate in the aspects of EMI/EMC testing, analysis, and aspects of remediation techniques. Collaborate with Type testing for prompt resolution of problem reports.
  • Perform technical analysis.
  • Able to proficiently operate the typical electronic measurement and analysis lab equipment (for example, oscilloscope, meters, analyzers, power supplies).
  • Create and adhere to project schedules and requirements.
  
  
  
  

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering.
• 0-5 years of direct experience in designing electronic hardware with embedded controllers, input, and output devices.
• Familiarity in the use of CAD tools for schematic capture. Knowledgeable in the use of circuit simulation tools (SPICE).
• Good work-ethic and attention to detail. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Self-motivated and results-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong quality orientation with the ability to improve existing processes and approaches.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship.

• Demonstrates good interpersonal communication, and teamwork skills.
• Lead and train technicians as you grow in knowledge and expertise.
• Familiarity with Automation engineering system like TIA Portal - including Fundamental LAD and SCL language programming, is a plus.

Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.