Electrical Engineer
Mesh Optical Technologies · Gardena, CA · 5 mo ago
On-siteInformation Technology$120k–$150k/yrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Design and support multilayer PCB assemblies for high-speed optical hardware, including power delivery, signal routing, and connector/interface selection
- Assist with schematic capture and PCB layout under senior engineering guidance, applying controlled impedance routing and signal integrity best practices
- Support board bring-up, electrical validation, and lab debugging for prototype and production hardware
- Perform signal integrity validation using lab instrumentation (oscilloscopes, VNAs, TDR, logic analyzers) and correlate measurements to design intent
- Support development of evaluation platforms for new silicon, interconnect, and photonic components
- Contribute to end-of-line test infrastructure, including test fixture design, firmware flashing workflows, and automated validation sequences
- Work cross-functionally with firmware, mechanical, optical, and manufacturing engineering teams to ensure electrical designs support system integration and production scalability
- Support electrical documentation, including schematics, BOMs, assembly drawings, and test procedures
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical engineering or a related discipline
- 2+ years of experience designing or validating hardware systems (internships or substantive project experience considered)
- Experience with schematic capture and PCB layout tools (Altium or equivalent)
- Foundational understanding of signal integrity, controlled impedance routing, and high-speed PCB design principles
- Hands-on experience with lab instrumentation (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, power supplies, spectrum analyzers)
- Strong debugging and problem-solving skills
- Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as needed
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
- Experience with high-speed digital interfaces (e.g., SerDes, PCIe, Ethernet, LVDS, or MIPI)
- Familiarity with firmware flashing and debug workflows (JTAG, SWD, ISP)
- Exposure to automated test or manufacturing environments, including test fixture development or production test integration
- Scripting or data analysis experience (e.g., Python, MATLAB) for test automation or measurement post-processing
- Experience with power integrity analysis, PDN design, or power supply selection and validation
- Familiarity with EMC/EMI design practices and regulatory compliance considerations
- Experience with rigid-flex or high-density interconnect (HDI) PCB design
- Familiarity with configuration management and revision control for electrical designs
Compensation and Benefits
Pay range: Electrical Engineer: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00/per year
Title and base salary are determined on a case by case basis commensurate with experience and merit.
In addition to base salary, compensation for this role includes:
- Eligibility for long-term incentives including company stock options and discretionary bonuses awarded for exceptional achievements.
- Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance with significant cost covered by the company for yourself and dependents.
- Paid parental leave and flexible PTO (3 weeks accrued vacation and 10 company holidays per year).
- 401(k) retirement plan access.
- Relocation assistance to sunny Los Angeles.