Electrical Engineer

JOB OVERVIEW We are seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our Instrument Development team. You will play a key role in designing, testing, and supporting high-precision electronic systems used in advanced gemological instruments. This role involves working closely with engineers from different disciplines to bring innovative, high-quality instrumentation from concept to production. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Design and develop electronics for automated instruments, including schematic capture, PCB layout review, and component selection. Create and maintain documentation such as schematics, BOMs, wiring diagrams, and test procedures. Build, test, and troubleshoot prototypes and production systems using lab equipment (oscilloscopes, DMMs, power supplies, etc.). Support the full product lifecyclehelping transition designs from R D to production and assisting with sustaining engineering. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (mechanical, software, optical) to integrate systems and meet project requirements. Interface with vendors for sourcing and validating electronic components. Ensure designs meet performance, quality, cost, and safety requirements. Participate in continuous improvement efforts, including root cause analysis and process optimization. TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities) To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Proficient in embedded system fundamentals, including microcontrollers and hardware interfaces. Experience with schematic capture tools (e.g., Altium Designer or similar). Strong hands-on skills with electronic prototyping and debugging. Familiar with industry-standard communication protocols: UART, SPI, I2C, etc. Good understanding of motors, sensors, relays, and industrial automation components. Ability to assemble, test, and troubleshoot electronic systems. Experience working with lasers, optics, or spectroscopy systems. Knowledge of safety systems and standards (e.g., UL, ANSI, IEC). Familiarity with Ethernet, CAN, or Modbus communication. Exposure to embedded firmware (C/C++) is a plus. Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and assembly diagrams. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and reliability. Excellent communication skillswritten and verbal. Able to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment. Team player who collaborates well with others while working independently when needed. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Computer Engineering. Minimum of 5 years' experience in electronics design, development, and testing. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT (if applicable) Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Employee may be required, from time to time, to work overtime. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request, to enable them to perform the essential functions of their job, as required by law. GIA provides employees with a safe work environment through the provision of internal safety policies and procedures, safety awareness and training, and appropriate safety equipment as recommended and/or prescribed by governing regulatory agencies. Employee is required to comply with all safety policies, procedures, directives, and/or warnings. Pay range: $92-147K An Equal Opportunity Employer All employment decisions are made without regard to unlawful considerations of race, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. Disclaimer: This job description indicates in general terms, the type and level of work performed as well as the typical responsibilities of employees in this classification and it may be changed by management at any time. Other duties may also apply. Nothing in this job description changes the at-will employment relationship existing between the Company and its employees. Working at GIA With a reach that spans the globe GIA is a nonprofit institute dedicated to ensuring the public trust in gems and jewelry through cutting edge gemological research and rigorous education programs. We have shaped the gem industry, protected millions of consumers and taught generations of jewelers and gemologists all over the world since 1931. Comprising over 3,000 employees in 13 countries, GIA is a place of diversity, innovation, creativity and engagement. Whether you are passionate about science, history, design, education, IT or a corporate career, GIA has a place for you. Join one of the world's most colorful and brilliant industries with an organization that serves the public good by bringing knowledge and objectivity to gems and jewelry. What GIA Does Research that deepens the world's understanding of gems and jewelry manufacturing and shares these findings with academia, the industry, and the gem-buying public Education that builds careers and enhances the knowledge and integrity of the gem and jewelry industry Standard setting that protects those who buy gems by ensuring the qualities of gems and jewelry are objectively and consistently described Laboratory services that provide an unbiased and scientific assessment of gem quality Employee Benefits GIA offers competitive salaries and exceptional benefits as well as training opportunities to employees all over the globe. 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