Electrical Engineer
Lightspeed Technologies | Tualatin, OR
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Posted Date
6/20/2025
Description
Lightspeed Technologies is looking for an Electrical Engineer to join our team!
Who We Are and What We Do:
Lightspeed Technologies is on a mission to help every student hear every word. Our instructional audio systems create access to improved listening and learning between teachers and students by delivering optimum speech intelligibility, overcoming classroom noise, and providing crystal clear sound throughout the classroom. We are headquartered near Portland, Oregon, and serve schools across the United States and beyond.
Lightspeed is a mission-driven employee-owned company that lives by our Core Values of: Integrity, Respect, Innovation, Stewardship, and Humility. These pillars of our company are demonstrated throughout both the employee and customer experience.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Electrical Engineer to collaborate with our Engineering Team on the design, development, and implementation of electronic systems and components. This role requires a strong background in hardware development, PCB design, and system integration, along with proven experience managing relationships with contract manufacturers (CMs). The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technically proficient, and capable of driving projects from concept through production.
Primary Responsibilities:
Designs, develops, and tests electrical equipment, components, circuits, or systems.
Applies mathematical and engineering principles and methods to designs.
Performs extensive testing and validation of designs to ensure reliability, performance, and safety standards are achieved.
Conducts research and studies new technologies to innovate and design solutions or products.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software and product teams, to ensure integrated system development.
Select and qualify electrical components to meet performance, cost, and lead-time requirements.
Generate and maintain detailed engineering documentation, including BOMs, assembly drawings, test procedures, and design specifications.
Work closely with contract manufacturers on:
DFM (Design for Manufacturability) and DFA (Design for Assembly) reviews.
Technical support during production ramp-up and ongoing builds.
Resolving build and test issues during NPI (New Product Introduction) and sustaining production.
Reviewing and approving PCBA and final product test results and quality reports.
Support supply chain and procurement teams in sourcing decisions and cost reduction initiatives.
Contribute to product lifecycle activities, including ECOs (Engineering Change Orders) and sustaining engineering.
Position Must-Haves:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
5+ years of industry experience in hardware development, preferably in consumer electronics, medical devices, automotive, or industrial sectors.
Proficiency with CAD tools such as Altium, OrCAD, or KiCad for schematic and layout.
Experience with EMC/EMI compliance, safety certifications, and reliability testing.
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and testing standards.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to interface effectively with internal teams and external partners, including CMs.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
What We Are Offering:
Profit-sharing bonus
Employee ownership (ESOP)
Medical, dental, and flex-spending programs
Employer-paid life and disability insurance
PTO accrual that begins immediately upon hire
Up to 12 paid holidays a year
401 (k) with employer match
Opportunities for matched charitable giving
Lightspeed Technologies embraces diversity and is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. Lightspeed participates in E-Verify.
Salary
111,000.00 Annual
Location
Hybrid
Position Type
Full Time
Experience
5-10 years
Job Category
Arts, Audio/Video Technology & Communications | Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics
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Address
11509 SW Herman Rd
Tualatin, OR 97062
Lightspeed Technologies | Tualatin, OR
Applying to this job will open a new window on the employer's web site to apply there.
Posted Date
6/20/2025
Description
Lightspeed Technologies is looking for an Electrical Engineer to join our team!
Who We Are and What We Do:
Lightspeed Technologies is on a mission to help every student hear every word. Our instructional audio systems create access to improved listening and learning between teachers and students by delivering optimum speech intelligibility, overcoming classroom noise, and providing crystal clear sound throughout the classroom. We are headquartered near Portland, Oregon, and serve schools across the United States and beyond.
Lightspeed is a mission-driven employee-owned company that lives by our Core Values of: Integrity, Respect, Innovation, Stewardship, and Humility. These pillars of our company are demonstrated throughout both the employee and customer experience.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Electrical Engineer to collaborate with our Engineering Team on the design, development, and implementation of electronic systems and components. This role requires a strong background in hardware development, PCB design, and system integration, along with proven experience managing relationships with contract manufacturers (CMs). The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technically proficient, and capable of driving projects from concept through production.
Primary Responsibilities:
Designs, develops, and tests electrical equipment, components, circuits, or systems.
Applies mathematical and engineering principles and methods to designs.
Performs extensive testing and validation of designs to ensure reliability, performance, and safety standards are achieved.
Conducts research and studies new technologies to innovate and design solutions or products.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software and product teams, to ensure integrated system development.
Select and qualify electrical components to meet performance, cost, and lead-time requirements.
Generate and maintain detailed engineering documentation, including BOMs, assembly drawings, test procedures, and design specifications.
Work closely with contract manufacturers on:
DFM (Design for Manufacturability) and DFA (Design for Assembly) reviews.
Technical support during production ramp-up and ongoing builds.
Resolving build and test issues during NPI (New Product Introduction) and sustaining production.
Reviewing and approving PCBA and final product test results and quality reports.
Support supply chain and procurement teams in sourcing decisions and cost reduction initiatives.
Contribute to product lifecycle activities, including ECOs (Engineering Change Orders) and sustaining engineering.
Position Must-Haves:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
5+ years of industry experience in hardware development, preferably in consumer electronics, medical devices, automotive, or industrial sectors.
Proficiency with CAD tools such as Altium, OrCAD, or KiCad for schematic and layout.
Experience with EMC/EMI compliance, safety certifications, and reliability testing.
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and testing standards.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to interface effectively with internal teams and external partners, including CMs.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
What We Are Offering:
Profit-sharing bonus
Employee ownership (ESOP)
Medical, dental, and flex-spending programs
Employer-paid life and disability insurance
PTO accrual that begins immediately upon hire
Up to 12 paid holidays a year
401 (k) with employer match
Opportunities for matched charitable giving
Lightspeed Technologies embraces diversity and is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. Lightspeed participates in E-Verify.
Salary
111,000.00 Annual
Location
Hybrid
Position Type
Full Time
Experience
5-10 years
Job Category
Arts, Audio/Video Technology & Communications | Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics
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Address
11509 SW Herman Rd
Tualatin, OR 97062
Job ID: 482400147
Originally Posted on: 6/23/2025
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