Associate Electrical Engineer

About the role

MRIGlobal solves challenging problems through science, engineering, and program management. We are an independent scientific research organization dedicated to benefiting society and fostering a safe, healthy, and sustainable environment. This full-time opportunity is for an Associate Electrical Engineer in Kansas City, MO.

Responsibilities

• Work on the end-to-end design of mixed-signal, digital, and power electronics systems from customer requirements.
• Design electrical systems in a wide range of fields including biotechnology and defense.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation.
• Perform duties on multidisciplinary teams to meet project requirements.
• Troubleshoot complex electrical issues.
• Manage own workload and independently complete assigned tasks.

Success Factors

• Provide technical guidance to less experienced engineers or technical staff as assigned.
• Communicate project development and progress with team leads, project managers, and may participate in coordination with federal clients and contractors.
• Create electrical circuit drawings that accurately reflect each project’s requirements and quality standards.
• Provide timely technical guidance and feedback to internal clients, external clients, and suppliers to ensure project requirements are met.
• Exposure to embedded circuit design and software integration.
• Hands-on debugging of digital, analog, RF, or mixed-signal CCAs or electro-mechanical systems.
• Proficient oral and written communication skills.
• Flexible and positive under pressure; able to adapt quickly in a fluid, fast-moving environment while maintaining harmony with the team.
• Able to take direction and constructive feedback while also advocating for sound technical decisions to become a better contributor.
• Proficient with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum/network analyzers, etc.).
• Familiarity with NFPA 70 and other electrical standards.
• Willingness to travel up to 4-12 weeks per year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or higher in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Experience with electrical design and PCB layout tools such as Altium Designer, KiCad, or Eagle (Altium preferred).
• Able to interpret schematics, PCB layouts, BoMs, and technical datasheets.
• Ability to obtain government security clearance.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range is $75,500 - $94,000. MRIGlobal also provides a comprehensive benefits package, including health and life insurance, disability coverage, gym reimbursement, mental health support, paid holidays, and PTO. MRIGlobal also offers a tuition reimbursement option to pay for higher education, award-winning employer retirement matches, and wellness benefits like virtual coaching, no-cost counseling, onsite health screenings, and gym reimbursement. MRIGlobal has received multiple wellness recognitions, including being named “Healthiest Employer” by Kansas City’s Business Journal in 2024.